The Food Network’s South Beach Wine & Food Festival returns for its 23rd iteration.
Bringing sensational food and activations to Miami, the annual Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival returns with more than 500 chefs, Grammy Award-winning musicians, tastings, dinners and more. Here is our complete guide to this year’s can’t-miss events. Find a complete list of events, locations and tickets at sobewff.org.
Italian bites from SOBEWFF PHOTO COURTESY OF SOBEWFF
Feb. 22, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
BURGER BASH, PRESENTED BY SCHWEID & SONS, HOSTED BY RACHAEL RAY
As a SOBEWFF staple, the annual Burger Bash returns this year and is hosted by Rachel Ray. Enjoy a carefully curated selection of mouthwatering burgers competing for the coveted Schweid & Sons’ The Very Best Burger Award selected by a panel of judges. Guests will also have the opportunity to vote for their favorite as the People’s Choice Award. American Airlines North Venue, 1 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
Giada De Laurentiis PHOTO COURTESY OF SOBEWFF
Feb. 22, 8 -11 p.m.
A TASTE OF ITALY, PRESENTED BY CAMPARI
Hosted by Dario Cecchini, Alex Guarnaschelli and Gabriele Bertaccini as part of the Miami Design District event series, famed Italian chefs will transport guests to the Italian region in this walkaround tasting. Featuring a dozen all-star chefs, this alfresco dining experience will allow attendees to savor an array of culinary masterpieces, from cheesy baked pasta to decadent dishes. Miami Design District Jungle Plaza, 3801 NE 1st Ave., Miami
Seedlip cocktails at SOBEWFF PHOTO COURTESY OF SOBEWFF
Feb. 23, 7:30-10:30 p.m.
DINERS, DRIVE-INS AND DIVES LIVE HOSTED BY GUY FIERI
Returning for its fourth year, “Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives LIVE” showcases a handpicked selection of America’s roadside diners, vintage drive-ins and hidden culinary gems. Presenting more than 30 talented chefs from around the country, this event is packed with flavor. American Airlines North Venue, 1 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
Feb. 24, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
FOODIECON
FoodieCon returns, bringing social media’s most notable food-loving creators to South Beach. Complete with social-media-worthy cooking demonstrations, panels, immersive activations, photo-worthy opportunities, book signings and more, FoodieCon combines culinary flavor with digital trailblazers. Guests will have a chance to participate in meet and greets with their favorite food influencers while experiencing a gastronomic journey of flavors. W South Beach, 2201 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
Bites from Best of the Best event. PHOTO COURTESY OF SOBEWFF
Feb. 24 4 - 7 p.m.
THE COOKOUT HOSTED BY JJ JOHNSON
Join the James Beard Award-winning chef, author and television personality JJ Johnson in celebrating African American cuisine. The walkaround event will honor a diverse group of chefs and their dishes, merging history and culinary creations while paying homage to historical food, traditions and delicious flavors. The Eden Roc, 4525 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
Feb. 25, 6-9 p.m.
BACARDĺ PRESENTS THE BLOCK PARTY
This epic high-energy block party celebration, hosted by Emmy award-winner and four-time James Beard honoree Andrew Zimmern, brings delectable dishes from iconic South Florida chefs. Guests can enjoy an exceptional performance from Grammy Award-winning Rev Run and expertly crafted BACARDÍ cocktails. Complete with can’t-miss entertainment and delicious food, attendees will not want to miss this closing party. American Airlines North Venue, 1 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
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