ST. CROIX — St. Croix's premier culinary event, the famous "Taste of St. Croix", welcomed the media and sponsors to a scaled back food-tasting affair on Thursday evening at the Divi Casino parking lot, and while the well-organized foodie occasion did not disappoint, it only represented a precursor to the main dish which is scheduled for later this year. The event was also carried live online and was served to many parts of the mainland U.S. and other destinations through a partnership with Anthony Weeks's Kalalloo Network, said Taste of St. Croix Founder Collin Hodge. Music from a deejay and steelpanist enveloped the atmosphere as a number of restaurants served up their favorite dishes to eager guests. Though opened to only the media and sponsors, the occasion kept the Taste of St. Croix's signature style and vibrancy alive, while adding…