National Bank of Arizona (NB|AZ) announced its eighth annual Taste of the Biltmore event, which is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 2 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the NB|AZ Biltmore Corporate Center. This highly anticipated kick-off to the fall social season will bring the best of the Biltmore community together to enjoy unlimited food and wine tasting from more than 20 local restaurants.

Participating restaurants include some of the Valley’s most recognized names: Donovan’s Steak & Chop House, The Capital Grille, Season’s 52, True Food Kitchen, Zinburger, The Adobe, amongst many others.

“NB|AZ Taste of the Biltmore is the perfect way to bring the community together to enjoy delicious cuisine, while giving back to the community,” said Jathan Segur, executive vice president and director of wealth strategies for NB|AZ. “Each year the attendance grows, allowing us to offer tremendous support to our designated beneficiary. This year we are pleased to contribute to Act One for a second year in a row.”

All proceeds from the event will benefit Act One, an organization that opens the doors to Arizona’s performing arts and cultural destinations through two special programs, field trips and Culture Passes. Through its field trip program, Act One provides transportation and resources to underserved public school children, enabling them to experience art and culture within their communities. The Act One Culture Pass program offers library cardholders complimentary admission or tickets for two people to a participating arts and culture venues.

“We are thrilled National Bank of Arizona has once again selected Act One as its beneficiary for Taste of the Biltmore,” said Megan Jefferies, executive director of Act One. “Thanks to NB|AZ, Act One will be able to provide arts education and experiences to students in the community who otherwise wouldn’t have access.”

Tickets are $45 per person or $350 for a group of 10 when purchased in advance online. Tickets also will be available for purchase for $60 each at the door. To purchase tickets or to learn more about the event, including a full list of participating restaurants, please visit www.tasteofthebiltmore.com. For more information about Act One, visit www.act1az.org

The NB|AZ Corporate Headquarters is located at 6001 N. 24th St. in Phoenix. Admission includes complimentary valet parking.