LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — The 24th annual food and wine event, Taste of Lake County, will once again pair premium Lake County wines with gourmet food from local purveyors.

Taking place in Library Park on the shores of Clear Lake in Lakeport on Saturday, Aug. 20, the food, wine and artisan event runs from 5 to 8 p.m., with dancing under the stars following until 10 p.m.

Event tickets are $50 in advance, $60 at the door, and includes tasting tickets, food tickets and a souvenir wine glass. A $25 ticket is available for food tasting only.

An expected 14 wineries will offer tastes from fine wines either produced in Lake County or made from grapes grown in the county.

Approximately 10 local restaurateurs and caterers will provide tasty bites. To keep the fun going, music will play throughout the tasting. A great selection of Lake County artisans will display their crafts as well.

After 8 p.m., the party turns into a dance under the stars with music by the Funky Dozen.

Tickets are now on sale at the Lake County Chamber of Commerce, 875 Lakeport Blvd., Lakeport, telephone 707-263-5092; and the Lakeport Main Street Association’s website, www.lakeportmainstreet.com.

Proceeds from The Taste of Lakeport benefit the Lakeport Main Street Association and its work toward the continuing support of Lakeport businesses and community.

Major event sponsors include Lake County Tribal Health, Savings Bank of Mendocino County, Guerrero Brothers Auto Body Repair and Management Connections.

For more information contact Lakeport Main Street Association at 707-263-8843, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..