Sunday, July 12
9th Annual Taste of Independents
The Olmsted | 3701 Frankfort Ave | aproninc.org. | $50-$75 | 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. | All ages
Louisville’s ultimate culinary celebration returns Sunday, July 12 to its original home at The Olmsted, marking the 9th year of this signature Louisville culinary event.
Hosted by APRON Inc., this annual tasting experience celebrates Louisville’s independent restaurant community and the chefs who define it.
Robin Miller, Executive Director of APRON Inc., shares: “The Taste of Independents is not just a fundraiser; it’s a celebration of the resilience and spirit of our independent restaurant community. It’s a chance for us all to come together, enjoy incredible food, and make a tangible difference in the lives of those who serve us every day.”
Supporting Those Who Serve You.
APRON Inc. is a nonprofit organization which provides temporary, limited financial relief to professional food and beverage workers in the Louisville, KY metro area who work at locally-owned establishments and who are experiencing financial distress due to illness, accident, emergency, or catastrophic event through no fault of their own. Since its founding, APRON has granted hundreds of thousands of dollars to support industry professionals in need, strengthening the backbone of Louisville’s local Restaurant community.
Sip, Savor & Celebrate
Guests will enjoy over 40 tasting stations featuring signature dishes from Louisville’s top independent restaurants. Beverage offerings include craft beer, wine, and spirits, along with live entertainment by Logan Leet. Guests can also enjoy interactive experiences including the Gift Card Pull, Liquor Pull, and the People’s Choice Award.
Participating restaurants:
Four Pegs
Lou Lou
Bristol Bar & Grille
Brasserie Provence
Martini Italian Bistro
Captain’s Quarters
Monnik Beer Co.
Craft House Pizza
Red Yeti
Noosh Nosh
Heitzman Traditional Bakery and Deli
Gustavo’s Mexican Grill
Hop Atomica
Selena’s at Willow Lake Tavern
80/20 at Kaelin’s
Mayan Cafe
Capriole Goat Cheese
River Road BBQ
Born 2 Bagel
Kern’s Kitchen
Noah’s Kitchen
And more to be announced!
Adult Beverages:
Craft House Pizza
721 Mint It Herb & Juice Bar
Green River Whiskey
Bardstown Bourbon Company
Monk’s Road Bourbons & Gins/Log Still Distillery
Hop Atomica
ROW 94 Bourbon Whiskey
G4 Tequila
Hard Truth Distilling Co.
Shaw Ross International Importers
Whiskey Row
And more to be announced!
The 9th Annual Taste of Independents takes place Sunday, July 12 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. at The Olmsted, 3701 Frankfort Ave. This event is open to the public. Tickets are $65 (early bird special through July 7), $75 general admission, or $50 for restaurant industry workers and can be purchased through APRON Inc. website at: aproninc.org.
