The Eastside Business Association has confirmed the final list of restaurants nominated as finalists in the fourth annual Taste of the Town, which takes place on Sept. 24 at the Columbia Winery in Woodinville.

The nominees are: Brix Wine Café, BeachHouse Bar & Café, Café Veloce, George’s Place, Shamiana, Noppakao Thai Restaurant, Sea Star Restaurant, Purple Café, Hector’s, Lynn’s Bistro, Olive You and Courtyard Bistro at Marriott.

The Eastside Business Association has sponsored Taste of the Town since 2007. The goal of the event is to support Candlelighters Foundation by bringing the best local restaurants to the community, and to provide a unique opportunity for them to compete for “best of” in five categories: Best Appetizer, Best Main Course, Best Dessert, Best Presentation, and the final award, “The Taste of the Town.”

A silent auction and brief live auction will also benefit Candlelighters Childhood Foundation of Western Washington.

The event will also feature comedian Rod Long, master of ceremonies and live entertainment by pianist John Gilbert and saxophonist Kevin Buster. Kirkland’s Creme Tangerine will perform special live music for a Beatles tribute experience.

Since 1977, Candlelighters Childhood Foundation of Western Washington has been dedicated to supporting children with cancer and their families as they face diagnosis, treatment, and the long term battle against cancer. All proceeds raised through “Taste of the Town” fund programs and educational materials, emergency funds, care bags and family fun events to this non-profit organization. For information, visit www.candlelighterswa.org. Tickets for the “Taste of the Town” event are $48 members, $58 non-members in advance; and $58 members, $68 non-members at the door. Tickets are available by calling 425-820-6373.