Migration Brewing and Franz Bakery Host Grilled Cheese Day
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Saturday, April 11, 2015
Briauna Skye McKizzie, GoLocalPDX Contributor
Guests will enjoy beverages, games and a chance to take pictures with Franz Bakery’s mascot, Super Slice.
Photo Credit: Franz Bakery (Image Cropped)
In honor of National Grilled Cheese Day, Migration Brewing and Franz Bakery will join forces to host Franz Grilled Cheese Day, on Sunday, April 12th.
This family-friendly event follows on the heels of Franz Bakery’s recent social media contest for the best grilled cheese sandwich.
Attendees will sample the delicious culinary efforts of the contest’s four finalists. Additionally, guests will enjoy beverages, games and a chance to take picture with Franz Bakery’s mascot, Super Slice.
Best of all, the cost of entry is free, and entry includes the grilled cheese samples and other Franz Bakery snacks. If you’re still hungry after that, Migration Brewing also provides a menu full of delicious drinks and entrees available for purchase.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to support your local business and have a little fun in the process.
Franz Grilled Cheese Day, Migration Brewing 2828 NE Glisan St. Sunday, April 12th, 11am- 2pm.
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