Black Box presents a Culinary Cabaret Food and Wine Event

Franklin Performing Arts Company (FPAC) presents Culinary Cabaret 2017 on Friday, May 5, from 7-10 p.m. at THE BLACK BOX, located at 15 West Central Street in downtown Franklin. The signature event showcases the culinary and performing arts, featuring masterful dishes and gourmet specialties. The evening also includes a culinary-themed silent auction and entertainment by special guest artists of the Franklin Performing Arts Company and by the international touring ensemble, Electric Youth.

The sixth annual food and wine event will once again feature exceptional area chefs and restaurants to present an innovative evening of inspired appetizers, dishes and desserts. FPAC is pleased to collaborate with culinary partners including Tavolino, 3 Restaurant, J&L Catering, The Curry House, Beck's Bistro Catering, The Gavel Public House, Olive & Mint, Raven's Vine & Tap, Fresh Start Market, The Little Shop of Olive Oils, Organic Buzz, David's Tea, Cilla's Coffeehouse, The Cake Bar, Dolce Dolce Bakery, Tri-County Culinary Arts and more.

Culinary Cabaret also welcomes author, event designer and entertaining expert Hilary Pereira, who will introduce her Splash Mixers - premium, all-natural and low-calorie mixers that simplify the art of making the perfect cocktail. Pour Richard's Wine and Spirits will pair restaurant stations with representatives from vineyards and distributors, who will pour wines specifically chosen to complement the chef-prepared specialties. Reflecting Pour Richard's "Never Drink Ordinary" motto, beverages will feature small producers, high quality and eclectic selection.

Among the evening's menus, Beck's Bistro Catering will serve Cajun shrimp over sweet potato grits with maple bourbon reduction. Tavolino, a Culinary Cabaret founding partner, will prepare pan-seared duck with sweet cherry tapenade over wild mushroom risotto. 3 Restaurant will treat guests to a rigatoni Bolognese of braised veal, beef and pork with house-made tomato sauce. Raven's Vine and Tap will present a flavorful charcuterie and cheese display. And fragrant Indian cuisine from The Curry House will feature chicken tikka masala, naan and samosas.

Tickets for Culinary Cabaret are $75 and are fully inclusive of the evening's food, wine, beer and entertainment. Event proceeds support Electric Youth's 2017 European concert tour to England, France, Italy and Switzerland. For more information, visit www.FPAConline.com. Tickets may be purchased online at www.THEBLACKBOXonline.com or by phone at 508-528-3370.