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Second Annual

The International Olive Festival of Texas

March 27, 2010

Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard
25195 Mathis Rd.
Elmendorf, Texas 78112
www.sandyoaks.com

Region: Southwest Texas - 15 miles southeast of San Antonio

25 vendors, exciting food and wine concessions for foodies, cooking demonstrations by chefs and other experts, health and nutrition seminars, olive oil beauty products, presentations on Mediterranean herbs and growing olive trees for pleasure or profit, entertainment, tours of the olive ranch and olive oil presentations.  Suitable for all ages 10 & up.

$10 at gate.  Proceeds benefit scholarships.  Presented by Les Dames d' Escoffier San Antonio Chapter.  Ample free parking.

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