Now that it is about to get cooler (any minute!), let’s
take a look at a popular outdoor activity: Wine Walk!
Every fourth Saturday, in the seaside town of New Smyrna
Beach, there is a progressive wine tasting on the famous Flagler Avenue.The next one is this coming Saturday on August 27.
For $25 you get 20 tickets, which are good for 2 oz. wine
samples at all participating venues. There are several outdoor kiosks that sell
the tickets: Exit Realty (Flagler & Peninsula), at the tent at Flagler
Avenue and Cooper Street, or at the corner of Peninsula Drive and Flagler
Avenue.
The wines range from 1-4 tickets, depending on quality,
price, etc. But theoretically, you can get 20 samples for your 20 tickets. In
addition, you receive a keepsake glass without which you cannot get your wine!
Keep that glass and bring it next time – you will save $5.
The progressive wine tasting starts at 1pm and runs till
7pm. Participating venues include Clancy’s Cantina, Om Bar and Chill Lounge
with live music, Peanuts Bar, Flagler Tavern, and many more. A Wine Walk flag
indicates the venues, and you also received a so-called passport, listing all
the stops along with their offerings and how many tickets they cost.
Not surprisingly, you must consume your wine at the
location where you got it – so no strolling up and down Flagler Avenue with a
full wine glass.
Needless to say, you can eat at many of the establishments.
A personal recommendation is That’s Amore – around the corner from Flagler on
Pine Street. They also offer Wine Walk wines (all one ticket and all very good).
Plus, you can enjoy delectable Italian dishes while sitting in a lively
environment. Flagler Tavern serves up bar fare, but also has a fine dining
restaurant on the premises. Some wine stops will have cheese and crackers for
their patrons.
When you go – be sure to hydrate between wine stops. Wear
comfortable shoes and sun protection. And prepare to have a fantastic time in a
great party atmosphere on Flagler Avenue!
Lastly, Wine Walk is always paired with Art Walk (1-5PM),
which is also on Flagler Avenue and takes you through some of the beautiful
galleries along the way. Wine and Art – you can’t go wrong!
