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Green Eggs and Grills: Wekiva Island hosting 9th Annual Central Florida Fall EggFest

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Calling all Big Green Egg grill lovers and enthusiasts! Central Florida Fall EggFest is back and ready to serve up bite after bite of delicious grilled eats.

The 9th Annual Central Florida Fall EggFest will occur on Saturday, November 11, 2023. Big Green Egg lovers are invited to show off their skills while attendees enjoy many samples, demos with the grill, and products on sale. The event takes place at Wekiva Island from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Tickets are available at centralfloridafalleggfest.com.

“It’s not surprising the Big Green Egg grill has developed such a cult following that we have events like this,” said Pete Weller, event organizer. “It is the best ceramic charcoal grill out there, and it is truly awesome to see what people can do with it.”

The Big Green Eggs
The Big Green Eggs

An EggFest is just that—a chance for those passionate about the Big Green Egg to show off their best recipes. Attendees can not only sample delicious food, but they can also learn about the product and techniques—and maybe become an Egghead themselves.

In fact, those who catch the bug can take advantage at EggFest. Travel Country Outfitters offers a limited number of significantly discounted Big Green Egg packages on the Eggs that will be used at the event.

In addition to the tasting, there will be presentations by Ron Dimpflmaier, Matt and Anna Seguin, Alex Woda (all the way from Toronto Canada,) and Mike Harding, all of whom will share tips for cooking delicious items on the Big Green Egg. There will also be music by Jason Alan.

Tickets are $30 in advance and $40 at the gate. The event benefits Keep Seminole Beautiful, which aims to keep the community clean. The event is hosted at Wekiva Island, which is dedicated to sustainability.

Sponsors include Travel Country Outfitters, Wekiva Island, Big Green Egg, Carl Black Orlando, Baxter Windows & Doors, Kick Ash Basket, Smoken Products, FOGO Charcoal, Smokeware, Flint & Flame, Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Petty’s Meats, SweetWater Brewing Company, ThermoWorks, Flame Boss, Trompo King, Pizza-Porta, Fire & Smoke BBQ Company, Ceramic Grill Store and Tim’s Wine Market.

For more information, visit centralfloridafalleggfest.com.

About Central Florida Fall EggFest

Central Florida Fall EggFest is an annual event that allows fans of Big Green Egg grills to show off their cooking skills while tasters sample the variety of dishes they prepare. The event is not a competition but is instead a celebration of the special culture fans of the ceramic charcoal grills have built. EggFest includes cooking demos, live music, and great food. Attendees can also purchase the demo eggs used during the event at a discounted price. The event occurs at Wekiva Island, 1014 Miami Springs Dr., Longwood, and benefits Keep Seminole Beautiful. For more information, visit https://centralfloridafalleggfest.com/.

About Wekiva Island

Located on the beautiful Wekiva River, Wekiva Island offers visitors the chance to experience the real Florida. The natural attraction features more than 2,000 square feet of entertainment along the riverfront, including activities from canoeing, kayaking, and paddle boarding to volleyball and cornhole. Wekiva Island hosts regular monthly events. The Tooting Otter bar offers a selection of craft beer and wine, and Without a Paddle Café serves up a full menu, including for special events. Guests can also purchase gifts or souvenirs at the General Store. In addition, Wekiva Island features a unique art gallery that showcases natural works from around the world, as well as offers classes, events, and more. Corporate meeting space, event venues, and private cabana rentals are available at Wekiva Island. Sustainability and a passion for the environment are at the heart of the organization’s mission. Wekiva Island is located at 1014 Miami Springs Drive in Longwood, Florida. For more information, visit wekivaisland.com or call 407-862-1500. 

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