Taste of Newport Coming To Fashion Island Again, With American Idol Winner!

​No, not Kris Allen, but the far superior (and yummier) David Cook, who'll be rocking the stage on Sunday September 20, the closing night of the three-day event.

The other music acts are Sugar Ray (Friday) and Train (Saturday).

More than 30 establishments have signed up so far, among them Agora Churrascaria, Back Bay Bistro, Canaletto, Chakra and Kimera. There'll be cooking demos and grub tastings, and, when it comes to booze, "delicious beers, wines and cocktails".

Tickets cost $22 per day in advance, or $25 on the door. Not especially cheap, but worth it for a glimpse of Cookie.

For more details, visit the website.