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February 2nd – 4th, 2023

Proudly supporting
Frankie Lemmon School & Developmental Center for 30 years

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Tickets go on sale December 8th!

The Triangle Wine & Food Experience

Philanthropy through Hospitality

Triangle Wine & Food Experience is North Carolina’s premiere wine and food event. Held annually on the first weekend in February, chefs, restaurants, wineries, and spirit brands from all over the world participate in an unmissable three-day affair that includes lavish dinners and curated tastings that culminates in a grand auction. From its humble inception 30 years ago, the Triangle Wine & Food Experience has grown to become one of the leading charity wine auctions in the nation, with all proceeds benefiting the Frankie Lemmon School & Developmental Center.

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Signature Events

Community Wine Dinners

  • Thursday, February 2nd 2023
  • 6:30 PM
  • Various Triangle Locations
  • $250
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In-Home Wine Dinners

  • Thursday, February 2nd 2023
  • 6:30 PM
  • Various Triangle Locations
  • $1000+
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Breakfast of Champions

  • Friday, February 3rd 2023
  • 9:30 AM
  • Frankie Lemmon School
  • Sponsor Exclusive
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Death & Taxes VIP Party

  • Friday, February 3rd 2023
  • 7:00 PM
  • Death & Taxes
  • Sponsor Exclusive
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Main Event

  • Saturday, February 4th 2023
  • 1:00 PM
  • To Be Announced
  • $500
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Women on a Mission

During the gals only dinner portion of the evening, Ashley Christensen will cook a memorable feast and Eliza Kraft...

  • September 15, 2022 6:00 pm
  • Raleigh, NC
  • $250 + Taxes and Fees
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The Seabird Dinner

Michael and Oz Nichols are hosting again! This dinner will be taking place at the restaurant of James Beard-Nominated...

  • September 27, 2022 5:00 pm
  • Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • $150 + Taxes and Fees
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The Bond Dinner

Michael and Oz Nichols have put together an exciting dinner for 28 people in Wrightsville Beach with Wilmington’s James...

  • September 27, 2022 7:00 pm
  • Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • $250 + Taxes and Fees
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Quilceda Creek

Quilceda Creek Vintners Cabernet Sauvignon is the first american wine from outside of California to earn perfect 100-point score...

  • October 6, 2022 5:00 pm
  • Columbia Valley
  • $198 + Taxes and Fees
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20 Million Bubbles

Nicole burke, our Champagne connection has helped curate some unique wines from the Prestige Portfolio of Moet Hennessy that...

  • October 9, 2022 6:00 pm
  • Wrightsville Beach, NC
  • $308 + Taxes and Fees
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Tickets on Sale 1st Week of December!

In just a few weeks you’ll be able to reserve your spot at the most exciting food and wine event in the Triangle. Bookmark the page! Mark your Calendar! Sign up for updates! Don’t miss out on our 30th anniversary TWFE.

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Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

The Bond Dinner

September 10, 2022 – Wrightsville Beach, NC
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Women on a Mission

September 15, 2022 – Raleigh, NC
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The Seabird Dinner

September 27, 2022 – Wrightsville Beach, NC
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Quilceda Creek

October 6, 2022 – Columbia Valley
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Community Support

Thank You to our 2022 Sponsors

We cannot succeed alone. Without our sponsors, our important work couldn’t continue. What they do in support of this event makes an immense difference in the lives of the children and families we serve, helping TWFE to raise over $2.3M for the Frankie Lemmon School & Developmental Center. On behalf of them, as well as everyone associated with this event, please accept our sincerest appreciation.

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TWFE is always one of the highlights of the year for us. We love the whole weekend. On Thursday we love that we are able to fill a room with all our friends and celebrate with incredible wines! The gala was amazing and so fun and special. We love the addition of celebrity chefs!
Jay & Carmen RitzGenerous Supporter
I think the food is definitely as important as the wine. The opportunity to pair great food and great wine together creates a heightened culinary experience for attendees, and the involvement of our local chefs anchors this event as something special and unique to the Triangle.
Ashley ChristensenTWFE Culinary Curator
There is no drink more synonymous with the word “celebration” and “toast” than champagne. TWFE is about raising our champagne glasses high to celebrate the children and families of Frankie Lemmon and the friendships we’ve made through this event.
Todd & Lisa McGowanGenerous Supporter
For me, it’s a rare and incredibly inspiring experience to be in the same room with so much talent—there are very few local events that can illustrate the power of our food community to come together and make a huge impact
Ashley ChristensenTWFE Culinary Curator
Triangle Wine & Food Experience would not occur without the amazing winemakers, chefs, supporters and volunteers, and more importantly, the Frankie Lemmon School would not exist without them. Everyone who participates with TWFE impacts a child’s life for the better.
Joe PattersonFrankie Lemmon Board of Directors Chairman
Working with Frankie Lemmon for the past 20 years has helped me understand what a gift it is to give back and what a responsibility we have as chefs, Food is a tie that binds, and the opportunity to make a difference in someone’s life is one of the best and most rewarding aspects of this work.
Ashley ChristensenTWFE Culinary Curator
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Our Why

Frankie Lemmon School & Developmental Center

Since its founding, TWFE has existed for the sole purpose of supporting the Frankie Lemmon School & Developmental Center, a NAEYC accredited, 5-star child development center that welcomes children ages 2-6 with and without disabilities. With the funds and awareness TWFE raises, Frankie Lemmon is able to provide inclusive classrooms, life changing therapies, and experiential offerings, giving all children a sense of belonging, friendships, and an opportunity to reach their full potential.

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