Free Food, Beverage Samples From 40+ Restaurants Offered At Second Annual Taste Of Tysons

MCLEAN, VA — Shoppers and foodies will have something to smack their lips about this Saturday, as more than 40 restaurants will be offering free food and beverage samples as part of the Second Annual Taste of Tysons.

With free admission, visitors will experience a variety of activities, including cooking demonstrations, chef appearances, giveaways, live music and entertainment, as well as the Barrel & Bushel beer bar.

VIP tickets can be purchased that will provide access to an exclusive VIP lounge on the Plaza, which includes complimentary pairings from some of Tyson Corner Center's top restaurants. Proceeds from VIP ticket sales will benefit Food for Others.

Registration is not required, but it is appreciated. General Admission and VIP Tickets can be reserved online.

The following is the schedule for Saturday's Taste of Tysons.:

• 12-2 p.m.: Tour Tysons Corner Center for a "Taste Of" 40+ participating restaurants. Check in at the Tysons Corner tent on the Plaza to get access to the digital "Passport to Delicious: Eatery Guide". This map will show attendees all of the sampling restaurants throughout the center. Enjoy live music on The Plaza stage from Cazhmiere band.
• 2-3 p.m.: Live chef demos on The Plaza from the chefs at Seasons52, Shake Shack, and more.

• 3-4 p.m.: Enjoy live music on The Plaza stage from Party Fowl Band

Restaurants providing food and beverage samples on Saturday include:

• Beng Beng Chicken
• California Tortilla
• Capital Musubi
• Cha Street Food
• Cinnabon
• Dhoom
• Haagen-Dazs
• Istanbul Kitchen
• Kung Fu Tea
• Maman Joon
• Matcha Café
• Moe’s Chicken
• Naan & Beyond
• Nordstrom Ebar
• Olivia Macaron
• Shake Shack
• Shilla Bakery
• Soricha Tea
• Wasabi