Friday's Best Bet: Taste of Syracuse Published: Friday, June 03, 2011, By Don Cazentre / The Post-Standard The David Lassman/The Post-Standard, 2010 Taste of Syracuse takes place in downtown Syracuse around Clinton Square. Crowds came out to enjoy the sights, sounds and tastes of last year’s event. Munch, nosh, sip and savor at Taste of Syracuse. Italian specialties, barbecue, Latin American dishes, Asian flavors and more are available Friday and Saturday at the annual Taste of Syracuse, which brings more than 40 restaurants and food vendors to Clinton Square. Sample a little (every booth offers a $1 taste) or a lot (most also offer half or whole portions for $2 to $10.) And all the music — including Saturday night headliner Gregg Allman — is free. THE DETAILS WHAT: Taste of Syracuse WHEN: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. WHERE: In and around Clinton Square. COST: Admission is free. Small “tastes” at each restaurant or food stand are available for $1; other menu items may cost $2 to $10 per portion. View PDFClick to view large printable version » More events in Central New York » Read more about this year's Taste of Syracuse