I am in desperate need of mini vacation.   You know, that relaxing weekend getaway kind of thing.   The city takes its toll on you after a while - all the hustle, the bustle and just the plain busyness of it all.

So, when I first got wind of the Epicurean Classic, in St. Joseph, MI, I just knew this event was calling my name, just luring me in. Being only a couple hours away from Chicago, it is a super easy commute.  Not only this, but I have been to St. Joseph before and I thought it was cute as all heck!  It really has that small town feel with an adorable downtown area, an awesome pier and it sure offered me a killer sunset over the beach.  That is my kind of place.

And, if you add in some of my all time favorite chefs like Gale Gand (Tru), Curtis Stone  (Take Home Chef) and Jean Joho (nominated for Best Outstanding Restaurant by James Beard Foundation & Bon Appetit's Chef of the Year) there is no way to go wrong.    

I have about a month to go until August 28-30, when this event takes place, and I am most certainly counting down the days.  Why?  Well, The Epicurean Classic is offering over 45 cooking demonstrations, 16 wine, cheese and beer demos and 6 guest chef dinners.  I know, I know, I won't be able to do it all.  But, a girl can try, can't she? 

Needless to say, I may not get as much rest, relaxation and R&R as I have planned.  With activities and classes galore, I can almost imagine myself hustling and bustling all over the place.

Hope you can make it too!  Now really, don't you need a little break?