April 17, 2008 Fukuoka - Working with the Fukuoka American Business Club, the U.S. Consulate in Fukuoka hosted the first “American Food and Wine Adventure” at the Grand Hyatt Fukuoka. The event showcased American foods including beef, Alaskan seafood, turkey, “Calrose” rice, and potatoes among others.Eleven wine importers along with Napa Valley's Cosentino Winery provided participants the opportunity to sample over 100 varieties of wine from California and New York.The event, supported by the All Japan Chef’s Association and the Japan Sommelier Association attracted more than 340 industry experts and local business leaders, including executives and buyers from Kyushu hotels, restaurants, supermarket chains and food distributors.