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TICKETS ON SALE AT GRILLFESTIVAL.COM

MAY 4 & 5 • 1-5 PMENJOY SUMMER AT CHS FIELD, HOME OF THE ST. PAUL SAINTS

$55 online in advance $60 at the door

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MINNESOTA MONTHLY INVITES YOUTO THE OFFICIAL KICK-OFF TO THE SUMMER!

EVENT HIGHLIGHTSTaste your way through your favorite grilled foods and sample craft beers, summer wines, and tasty spirits. Test out the hottest grills, gather recipes, and learn how to barbecue like a pro. Get the latest grilling tips at the grilling stage and discover the perfect pairings in the many cooking areas. Find special pricing on grills and products that will make you the envy of your neighbors.

For an up-to-date list of sponsors and exhibitors, visit grillfestival.com.

MAY 4 & 5 • 1–5 PM

EXPERIENCE

Sample sauces, rubs, and gourmet fare

Sip on seasonal beers and summer wines

Discover the latest and greatest in grills and gadgets

Gather recipes and enjoy grilling demonstrations

Check out your favorite products on-site and available for purchase

TICKETS$55 online $60 at the door

A GrillFest ticket covers food and beverage samplings at all of the booths and feature areas. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit grillfestival.com

SAVE $5!PURCHASE ONLINE IN ADVANCE

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ADAM SANDLERWITH SPECIAL GUESTSLIVE! AT THE TREASURE ISLAND AMPHITHEATER

May 31 | Tickets $67+

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July 19 | Tickets $42.50+

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Minnesota’s Homegrown Music Festival

July 12-13, 2019 in Hutchinson, MN

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GET GRILLING: WIN A BIG GREEN EGG! Visit Big Green Egg on-site for a chance to win one of two large Big Green Eggs! Official rules available on MNMO.com.

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ENJOY THE VIEWS FROM CHS FIELD, HOME OF THE ST. PAUL SAINTS Minnesota Monthly’s 8th annual GrillFest will take place at CHS Field and will occur rain or shine. All attendees must be 21 years of age or older to enter. No pets, children, or strollers are allowed. Tickets are non-refundable.

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EVENT FEATURES Local chefs and culinary stars will

grill up tasty samples on Big Green Eggs perfectly paired with beer at Minne-Eggapalooza

Warners’ Stellian will have experts on-site to showcase some of the best grill brands available and will help attendees find the perfect pairing for their backyard

Sample a variety of burgers from local restaurants at the Bernick’s Burger Battle

Grilling Demonstrations on the Big Green Egg & Poolside Culinary Stage

Sip on Bloody Mary samples and vote for your favorite at the annual Smirnoff Vodka’s Bloody Mary Competition

Nationally recognized and self-proclaimed “Grillologists” Mad Dog & Merrill will be on-site showcasing their BBQ skills

Show Specials. Deals on demo grills and gadgets will be available throughout the weekend!

Enjoy live music by local band, Trainwreck Duet

Make your own Baja JOE Fish Taco at Kitchen Window’s Experience

GET SOCIAL Share your Grillfest experience with #GrillFest /minnesotamonthly @mnmomag@mnmomag

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SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCES

Sunday, May 5 KIM LY CURRY Instagram Foodie

Sunday, May 5 JASON DERUSHA

Minnesota Monthly Food Editor

Sunday, May 5 KELLI HANSON

Reporter, Twin Cities Live

RETURNING TO GRILLFEST FOR ANOTHER YEARMinnesota Monthly is proud to present the BERNICK’S BURGER BATTLE. Join us as local restaurants led by famous Twin Cities chefs go head-to-head to become the Bernick’s Burger Battle Champion! GrillFest attendees will be able to taste and vote for their favorite burger while enjoying a delicious craft beer. The victor will be named after voting closes on Sunday, May 5.

FEATURING:Castle Danger Brewery, Beaver Island Brewing, Utepils Brewing, Insight Brewing, Sociable Cider Werks, 612 Brew, Third Street Brewhouse, Fair State Brewing Cooperative

Sunday, May 5 REMY MAXWELL On-Air Host, Jack FM

Sunday, May 5 LINDSAY GREENE

Instagram Foodie

stpaulgrill.com 651.224.7455 Making any occasion a special one.

THE STEAKS ARE RARE.THE SERVICE IS WELL-DONE.

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LIVE GRILLING DEMONSTRATIONSDaily grilling demonstrations will take place throughout the day on the Big Green Egg Culinary Stage. Visit grillfestival.com for a complete schedule and times.

MAD DOG & MERRILLNationally recognized and self-proclaimed “Grillologists,” Mad Dog & Merrill entertain and educate thousands of backyard enthusiasts every year with the finer points of grilling. They’ve traveled millions of miles across the United States demonstrating a rather unconventional style of grilling

and have gained the support of hundreds of thousands of fans. They want nothing more than to make everyone a better griller and have a ton of fun in the process. Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn from the best!

GRILL, ROAST, SMOKE, BAKE with the Big Green Egg EGGsperts TeamOver many, many years of working in the outdoor grill industry and with the Big Green Egg, these EGGsperts have learned many techniques that harness the versatility and effectiveness of the Big Green Egg. By using a variety of sizes of the Big Green Egg, and grilling a variety of proteins, the Big

Green Egg EGGsperts will be teaching and sharing those secrets to allow anyone to enjoy “The Ultimate Cooking Experience” of the Big Green Egg.

Demonstrations subject to change

CULINARY STAGE SPONSORS:

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EXCLUSIVE GRILLFEST RATEStarting at $119 per night from May 4-5, 2019 Visit grillfestival.com to book your room.

Relax and recharge at the warm and welcoming DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown. Conveniently located in St. Paul, Minnesota’s bustling entertainment and business district, this impressive 17-story hotel boasts numerous indoor skyway connections to state, federal, and corporate offices.

Feel cared for with a choice of thoughtful amenities at this St. Paul hotel, including warm, spacious guest rooms and suites featuring microwaves, refrigerators, and complimentary internet access. Work out in the modern fitness center and plunge into the heated indoor pool. Keep in touch with complimentary WiFi in public areas and catch up with work in the 24-hour business center offering handy remote printing services from the comfort of your guest room. Discover delicious catering services and catch up with friends over freshly brewed coffee in the warm, inviting lobby lounge.

Hotel Dining: Rival House Sporting ParlourEat wood-fired pizza. Drink local craft beer. Play and be entertained.

EXCLUSIVE HOTEL PARTNERDoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, Downtown St. Paul

411 Minnesota Street, St. Paul, MN 55101

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DRINK UPLocal and regional mixes and restaurants will compete head-to-head to become GrillFest’s Bloody Mary Champion. Attendees will be able to taste and vote for their favorite Bloody Mary.

BATTLEBLOODY MARY

Local and regional mixes and restaurants will compete head-to-head to become

TTLEBLOODY MARY

THANK YOU TO GRILLFEST’S 2019 SPONSORS

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GRATE SAVINGSImpressive selection of grills, smokers & accessories

Grill specialists to help you choose a grill you’ll love

FREE products from No Name Butcher Quality Meats & Seafood

FREE professional grill assembly

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