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Arlington, TX  – April 18, 2019  - KAABOO Texas, the three-day live Music, Comedy, Culinary, and Contemporary Art experience in Arlington,Texas, just announced the PALATE chef and restaurant lineup for the 2019 event. The culinary programming will take place on the Maker’s Mark PALATE Stage May 10-12 in Arlington, Texas. The multi-stage and full sensory event will happen at the the state-of-the-art AT&T Stadium, the Home of the Dallas Cowboys, and take place both inside and outdoors allowing guests to move freely throughout the property. 

 

The 2019 PALATE chef program will feature award-winning Chef Michael Mina (Mina Group, International Smoke, Cal Mare), Michelle Bernstein (MBC Michelle Bernstein Catering Company), Brad Albers (Eddie V’s Restaurants Inc.), Dylan Benoit (Food Network’s Fire Masters, PRIME Consulting), Bryan Caswell (REEF, El Real Original Tex-Mex), Sean Brock (Husk, McCrady’s), Junior Borges (Uchi), Eduardo Garcia (Montana Mex), Jeremy Ford (Stubborn Seed, Afishonado), Kent Rathbun (Hickory, Imoto), and Christof Syre (Executive Chef at Four Seasons Resort and Club Dallas at Las Colinas).  

 

“It is an honor to be a part of the PALATE program once again, especially at KAABOO’s inaugural event in Texas. I am thrilled to be amongst such a great lineup of talented chefs across the country”, said Chef Michael Mina.” 

 

Guests will have the pleasure in indulging in all sorts of savory and sweet treats while on the grounds. The PALATE bites lineup captures the essence of Texas with plenty of southern and Tex-Mex flavors including, The Rustic, Fletch, Morton's the Steakhouse, El Guajillo, Torchy's Tacos, and The Corn Shack. The lineup goes beyond Texas to feature flavors from all over the nation including, Oceanaire Seafood Room, Shawarma Point, Dang Brother Pizza, and more.   

 

PALATE sips, the KAABOO signature beverage program, will include EFFEN Vodka, Hornitos Tequila, Cruzan Rum, House of Suntory Toki, Maker's Mark, Blue Moon, Revolver's Blood & Honey and Hop Device, Sapporo, Hendrick's Gin, Woodchuck Cider, 14 Hands, Line 39 and Red Bull.  

 

The chefs and featured restaurants will be joining the previously announced music, comedy and artist lineups, featuring The Killers, Lionel Richie, Sting, Kid Rock, comedians Brad Garrett, Dennis Miller, Demetri Martin, Whitney Cummings, and artists Carly Ealey, Moneyless, Taped Metal Canvas.  

 

“We are proud to unveil an unmatched culinary experience at our inaugural KAABOO Texas music and comedy festival,” Jason Felts, KAABOO Chief Brand + Marketing Officer said. “The music, comedy, artwork and incredible culinary choices provides a little something for everyone. KAABOO Texas must be experienced first-hand to truly understand.” 

 

All KAABOO passes are now on sale at kaabootexas.com. Single day passes are on sale now starting at $99. Limited quantities of three-day LONE STAR (GA) passes start at $199, with three-day BLUE STAR (VIP) and ROCKSTAR (VIP) passes currently available at $749 and $3999, respectively. Passes will move to the next price point once these are sold out. BLUE STAR passes feature premium stage viewing; exclusive culinary options for purchase; private restrooms; exclusive AMPLIFY (VIP) only performances, and more. ROCKSTAR passes include all the features of BLUE STAR, plus access to on-stage viewing; personal concierge access; exclusive meet and greet opportunities with KAABOO performers;m complimentary beverages and food provided; shuttle services; and more. For those looking for an entirely immersive experience, KAABOO offers the ULTIMATE HANG pass. Get the full scoop at kaaboodelmar.com/ultimate-hang. 

 

KAABOO offers limited event parking passes as well as preferred parking and valet parking options for purchase. Guests are encouraged to utilize KAABOO’s Ride Share program in partnership with AT&T Stadium, Uber, and Arlington Trolley as an alternative transportation choice. For more information, visit kaabootexas.com/directions#parking. 

 

The KAABOO Kindness program continues to support charities in the Arlington, TX region and across the globe. A portion of proceeds from KAABOO Texas passes will be donated to featured charitable partners including global partner The Recording Academy’s MusiCares program, as well as local charity Texas Wildlife and Park Foundation. 

 

KAABOO has shifted the festival paradigm and carved out its name among international and destination events as a lifestyle and live entertainment brand. At KAABOO, all guests receive an immersive, multifaceted and hospitality-driven experience that engages all five-senses. At KAABOO multi-day annual events, guests enjoy a world-class music and HUMOR ME comedy lineup; an on-site Contemporary Art Fair in ARTWORK plus a display of outdoor murals and installations; PALATE gourmet food and craft libations tastings; a Las Vegas-style day club called BASK; plus spa and relaxation services at INDULGENCES.  

 

KAABOO is excited to expand its brand to AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. KAABOO Texas will host its inaugural event with all of the same elements that have made KAABOO Del Mar an international success. With the amenities and high energy found in the Dallas Cowboys’ home base, KAABOO Texas celebrates KAABOO’s elevated live entertainment lifestyle brand in the Lone Star State. 

 

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Alana Yankowitz 
PR DEPT 
323.556.3100 
KAABOO@pr-dept.com 

Crissa Requate 
Mason Jar Media 
828.337.6002 
Crissa@masonjarmedia.com

 

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