{"id":6919,"date":"2025-03-11T16:30:41","date_gmt":"2025-03-11T16:30:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/11\/taste-of-lake-murray-returns-for-a-night-of-culinary-delights-and-entertainment\/"},"modified":"2025-03-11T16:30:41","modified_gmt":"2025-03-11T16:30:41","slug":"taste-of-lake-murray-returns-for-a-night-of-culinary-delights-and-entertainment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gpstrianglenews.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/11\/taste-of-lake-murray-returns-for-a-night-of-culinary-delights-and-entertainment\/","title":{"rendered":"Taste of Lake Murray Returns for a Night of Culinary Delights and Entertainment"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"581\"><em data-start=\"150\" data-end=\"166\">Columbia, SC &ndash;<\/em> Food lovers, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated Taste of Lake Murray is making its grand return to the DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia on March 27, 2025. Presented by Lexington Medical Center, this annual event promises an unforgettable evening filled with exceptional cuisine, live music, dancing, and community spirit&mdash;all in support of Lake Murray&rsquo;s Independence Day Celebration.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"583\" data-end=\"615\"><strong data-start=\"587\" data-end=\"613\">A Feast for the Senses<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"843\">From savory bites to sweet indulgences, this year&rsquo;s star-studded culinary lineup will feature a diverse array of flavors crafted by some of the region&rsquo;s top chefs and culinary teams. Attendees can savor delights such as:<\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"1620\">\n<li data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"936\"><strong data-start=\"847\" data-end=\"874\">Bessie&rsquo;s Sweet Delights<\/strong> &ndash; Banana pudding, lemon cake squares, and assorted cupcakes<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"937\" data-end=\"998\"><strong data-start=\"939\" data-end=\"955\">Big Boys BBQ<\/strong> &ndash; BBQ sliders and mini porko (pork taco)<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"999\" data-end=\"1037\"><strong data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1016\">Blue Marlin<\/strong> &ndash; Shrimp and grits<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1126\"><strong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1059\">Halls Chophouse<\/strong> &ndash; Prime steak-tini with whipped potatoes and crispy onion straws<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1127\" data-end=\"1225\"><strong data-start=\"1129\" data-end=\"1163\">Iron Hill Brewery &amp; Restaurant<\/strong> &ndash; Brisket queso with chips and Philly Phavorite IPA samples<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1278\"><strong data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1255\">J.R. Cash&rsquo;s Grill &amp; Bar<\/strong> &ndash; Prime rib sandwich<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1359\"><strong data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1306\">Moe&rsquo;s Southwest Grill<\/strong> &ndash; Mini burrito bowls with birria and poblano crema<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1408\"><strong data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1379\">The War Mouth<\/strong> &ndash; Smoked quail and waffles<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1481\"><strong data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1434\">Nothing Bundt Cakes<\/strong> &ndash; Bundt cake samples in a variety of flavors<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1550\"><strong data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1510\">Savage Craft Ale Works<\/strong> &ndash; Beer samples and Cajun clam chowder<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1620\"><strong data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1578\">Spirit of Lake Murray<\/strong> &ndash; Signature &#8220;Mar-Tony&#8221; cocktail samples<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1673\">(<em data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1670\">Menu subject to change based on availability.<\/em>)<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1726\"><strong data-start=\"1679\" data-end=\"1724\">Live Entertainment &amp; Culinary Competition<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"2098\">Beyond the food, the event will feature <strong data-start=\"1768\" data-end=\"1789\">live performances<\/strong> from the <strong data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1813\">Band of Oz<\/strong> and <strong data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1846\">The Reggie Sullivan Band<\/strong>, keeping the energy high throughout the night. Additionally, guests will get to <strong data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1959\">vote for their favorite chef<\/strong>, with the winner earning the opportunity to represent <strong data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2095\">Team Lake Murray Country at the 2025 World Food Championships in Indianapolis<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"2100\" data-end=\"2144\"><strong data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2142\">Event Details &amp; Ticket Information<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2487\"><strong data-start=\"2146\" data-end=\"2158\">Tickets:<\/strong> $125 per person (includes event entry, food samples, beer and wine, and live entertainment)<br data-start=\"2250\" data-end=\"2253\" \/><strong data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2266\">Location:<\/strong> DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia<br data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2299\" \/><strong data-start=\"2299\" data-end=\"2308\">Date:<\/strong> Thursday, March 27, 2025<br data-start=\"2333\" data-end=\"2336\" \/><strong data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2356\">Age Requirement:<\/strong> 21+ only<br data-start=\"2365\" data-end=\"2368\" \/><strong data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2385\">Where to Buy:<\/strong> Online at <strong data-start=\"2396\" data-end=\"2421\">TasteOfLakeMurray.com<\/strong>, at the <strong data-start=\"2430\" data-end=\"2469\">Lake Murray Country Visitors Center<\/strong>, or at the door<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2489\" data-end=\"2587\">For more information, visit <strong data-start=\"2517\" data-end=\"2542\">TasteOfLakeMurray.com<\/strong> or call <strong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2584\">803-781-5940 | 1-866-SC-JEWEL<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"2589\" data-end=\"2697\">Don&rsquo;t miss out on this <strong data-start=\"2612\" data-end=\"2638\">premier culinary event<\/strong>&mdash;a night of food, fun, and fundraising for a great cause!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Columbia, SC &ndash; Food lovers, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated Taste of Lake Murray is making its grand return to the DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia on March 27, 2025. 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