Anchor Bay Tastefest Seeks Food Vendors

Delicious dishes--and food vendors who serve them--are sought for this summer's Anchor Bay Tastefest in downtown New Baltimore.

Eight restaurants are needed to bring the total vendor amount to 15. There's no charge for vendors to join the family-friendly event overlooking Lake St. Clair, but participants must provide their own food. And, they're encouraged to put their best dishes forward, said Lisa Edwards, president of the .

The chamber and Anchor Bay Community Foundation host the annual event that brought . It will be held from 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, June 19 at the same location this year.

Restaurants do not need to be chamber members to be vendors. However, they must contact Tastefest organizers by March 29 to reserve a spot. Businesses that cook up fresh food for attendees are eligible for awards, such as Best Presentation, Best Taste, Best Caterer and more.

, , and are among the local eateries already on board.

"Overall, it’s a lot of fun," said Edwards, adding it's an affordable outing for families.

Tickets are free for kids 5 and under, $5 for kids 6-16 and $25 for adults. Admission includes unlimited eating, beer, wine and punch. A deejay will also provide entertainment.

For more information, call 586-725-5148.