BevBucks Selected by Westport Downtown Merchants Association to Promote "Biergarten on the Green" at Downtown Westport Foodie Fest

Westport, CT, October 15, 2012 --(PR.com)-- BevBucks, a website that partners with alcohol brands to offer exclusive discounts at bars, restaurants and events has been selected by the Westport Downtown Merchants Association (WDMA) to assist in ticket sales and promotions for its Biergarten on the Green event.

The craft beer and beer-infused food tasting event will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 27th as part of the weekend long Downtown Westport Foodie Fest. Tickets will be sold through BevBucks.com, a group-buying site specializing in alcohol industry promotions.

“We’re proud to be able to contribute to this festive event which benefits so many local charitable organizations,” said Dan Miller, President of BevBucks.

“We’re happy to have a trusted partner in the industry to help support our efforts,” said Lee De Monico, public relations director for Westport DMA. “Biergarten on the Green will the premier attraction at Foodie Fest for craft beer enthusiasts and those want to experience the flavorful recipes inspired by fine craft beers.”

Celebrity chef and cookbook author, Ian Knauer will co-host the special occasion. Participants will receive a complimentary tasting mug and German-inspired lunch. “It’s a great opportunity to watch a professional chef and receive tips on how to include delicious farm-fresh ingredients - and beer - in your own cooking,” added De Monico.

Ian's recently published book, “The Farm: Rustic Recipes for a Year of Incredible Food” will be available for purchase. The Zany Oompah Band will perform live. Visitors are encouraged to bring a food donation for the Westport Farmers Market food drive to benefit the Gillespie Center of Homes with Hope. Proceeds benefit local non-profit organizations and the WDMA's downtown beautification efforts.

About the Downtown Westport Foodie Fest: The Downtown Westport Foodie Fest is a celebration of the culinary arts in delightful, delectable, downtown Westport, CT. The three day “menu” of events spotlights local culinary talent who will offer flavorful food, luscious libations, and ingenious instruction that you can use to enhance your own culinary creations. The Foodie Fest has an entree for everyone’s taste while supporting those in need.

About Westport Downtown Merchants Association: The WDMA is a non-profit organization founded in the 1970s to create a strong and vibrant business district. The WDMA supports local merchants through advertising, events, and maintenance of downtown facilities. The WDMA works closely with and supports other local non-profit organizations through event partnerships and direct donations. For more information visit westportdma.com.

About BevBucks and BevBucks.com: BevBucks.com, an ecommerce retailer, operates exclusively with the alcoholic beverage industry to promote its partners to a regional subscriber base. The website features advertisements from 3rd Party onsite and off-premise retailers including bars, restaurants, clubs, spirits distillers, breweries, wineries and distributors. For more information visit BevBucks.com.