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B4 Weekend 2019

For the sixth consecutive year, Garden & Gun partnered with The Gasparilla Inn & Club in Boca Grande, Florida, for the annual B4 Weekend, June 7-9. A true celebration of Beach, BBQ, Bourbon, & Beer, the event featured unique cuisine from acclaimed Southern chefs, craft beer and spirits, culinary demonstrations, poolside bingo, and live music, all against a beautiful beach-front setting.

Special thanks to: 

The Gasparilla Inn & Club

Sekond Nature

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The beautiful Gasparilla Inn, open since 1913, served as the perfect venue for the early summer getaway.

Photo: Laura Foote

On Friday evening, the Gasparilla Beach Club welcomed guests to Surfing Around the World—an evening of festive bites from surf towns around the globe, accompanied by cocktails, brews, and live music.

Photo: Laura Foote

The Barrel-Aged Bourbon Julep, one of the event’s signature sips.

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Classic cocktails, including Old-Fashioneds and Dark ‘n Stormys, were served frozen to cool off the crowd at the beachside soirée.

Photo: Laura Foote

Sea urchin with micro radicchio, julienned jicama, and soy glaze, prepared by chef Gabriel Maldonado.

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Friends gather on the sand during Friday’s beachside fête.

Photo: Laura Foote

South Florida band Sekond Nature delivers a lively set perfect for dancing.

Photo: Laura Foote

After a morning of chef-led demos and plenty of samples, guests gather at the Beach Club for Bingo & Brews, an annual tradition hosted by Garden & Gun.

Photo: Laura Foote

A sunny afternoon calls for festive gear and a bit of friendly competition.

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On Saturday evening, attendees took to the croquet lawn for Gasparilla Glamping—a night of elevated, camping-inspired cuisine, cocktails, and music.

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Guests raise a glass to a fun-filled weekend with smoked Corazón margaritas.

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Blackened shrimp with avocado crema, mango pancetta, and micro cilantro, prepared by chef Scott Haegele.

Photo: Laura Foote

Cheers to another successful B4 Weekend!

Photo: Laura Foote