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With Crave NW, chef Adam Hegsted is putting Inland Northwest foodies to the test by bringing together an array of regional and national food talent for a multi-day feast of fine food and libations.

It should come as no surprise that Hegsted would be the ringleader of such a gathering; the chef/owner of The Wandering Table and Yards Bruncheon (among others) is a vocal proponent of the area's food scene. Putting together a massive event that introduces locals to chefs from far-flung locales like Las Vegas, Philadelphia, Los Angeles and San Francisco while also showcasing the best Northwest talent seems right in his wheelhouse.

Taking place in Spokane Valley at CenterPlace Regional Event Center June 15-18, there are a number of options for both dedicated foodies and casual diners, and the organizers are offering discounted tickets on sale through the Crave NW website. For example, you can get an all-access, all-weekend pass for $250 right now, but it will cost you $315 after June 1. Tickets for Friday's and Saturday's Grand Tasting sessions can be had for $35 now instead of $40.

Originally, the discount was going to expire tonight at midnight, but it's been extended until the event in mid-June. The discount is only available for online purchases, so consider that as you mull over diving into a wine tasting, seafood feast, Father's Day brunch or one of the other Crave NW featured events.

Check out the full list of chefs and special events at Crave NW, and get in on the deal while the getting's good.