By: Alexa Shabinsky By: Alexa Shabinsky | February 14, 2022 | Food & Drink, Events,
Miami is about to transform itself into a culinary oasis for the 2022 South Beach Wine and Food Festival. From February 24 through February 27, events will be happening across the city showcasing some of the best talent in the culinary industry. Chefs from near and far are coming together for a variety of events and activations including tastings and demos, master classes, seminars, intimate dinners and late-night parties.
We have put together the ultimate schedule of must-attend events throughout the weekend.
1685 Collins Ave. / Tickets
Now is your chance to see one of the most entertaining Food Network shows live, because Guy Fieri is bringing flavortown to Miami. Fieri alongside attendees will be beachside, indulging in some of the most delicious eateries from around the world.
2341 Collins Ave. / Tickets
Now is your chance to hang out with Ocean Drive cover star Behati Prinsloo and husband Adam Levine, as they host an event for their newest and hottest tequila Calirosa. The event is kicking off at the 1 Hotel Beach Club where attendees will be able to sip on all three of their delicious tequilas.
1717 Collins Ave. / Tickets
Start the weekend strong with one of the hottest parties of SOBEWFF, hosted by radio personality Enrique Santos at the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel. Presented by BACARDĺ Rums and Patrón Tequila, this cocktail showdown will include a variety of mixologists from across the South Florida area.
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1 Lincoln Rd. / Tickets
One of the SOBEWFF classics, the Burger Bash is back in action this season. Hosted by Rachael Ray and José Andrés, the two will add lots of fun and excitement to the ultimate burger competition. Chefs participating in the competition are coming from all over, and will be judged by an amazing panelist including Ahmad Alzahabi, Kalen Allen, Jeff Mauro, Al Roker, Rev Run, Dwyane Wade, Melba Wilson and Coach Mike MacIntyre.
3801 NE 1st Ave. / Tickets
Food Network’s Anne Burrell is excited to host a complete Italian culinary experience. Guests will have the opportunity to taste delicious cuisine from over 20 local chefs featuring dishes like spaghetti and meatballs, antipasto, and savory perciatelli and chicken. For the final touch, the meal will be thoughtfully paired with wines from Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits portfolio.
4441 Collins Ave. / Website
An essential part of eating is the complete experience of pairing it with some of the most delectable wines on the market. Wine Spectator’s Best of the Best event is pairing over 50 of the best chefs with 60 wines that are rated 90 points or higher on Wine Spectator’s scale. This is an amazing opportunity to indulge in some of the best wines on the market, while also hearing directly from owners and winemakers from each winery.
13th St. at Ocean Ct. / Tickets
All you could want and more will be present at Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village. Alongside the beautiful beaches of South Beach, Goya Foods will transform the space into a complete tasting village. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample bites from over 30 South Florida restaurants and chefs, spanning South Miami to Palm Beach.
2201 Collins Ave. / Tickets
Transport yourself to the South of France, in the heart of Miami. Indulge in some of Rosé's most delicious wines, from Château d’Esclans’ portfolio, including Whispering Angel, Rock Angel, The Palm and Chateau D’Esclans Collection. This is the total rosé all-day experience that you don’t want to miss.
4525 Collins Ave. / Tickets
SOBEWFF is an amazing opportunity to learn from industry professionals. The Eden Roc Miami Beach is hosting a highly informative event alongside Chalk Hill Winery and winemaker Michael Beaulac. Beaulac will walk attendees through the process of winemaking and explain the first hand experience how of how soils, aspects, clones and vine age all play apart in the flavor and style of the wine.
801 South Pointe Dr. / Tickets
It’s not a SOBEWFF if you don’t attend one of the intimate dinners, with some of Miami’s most impressive chefs. This dinner explores all of the chef's distinctive talents, from Mid-Atlantic cuisine, farm-to-table, complex flavors and aromas of West African heritage and so much more.
2105 N Miami Ave. / Tickets
Learn from one of Miami’s best, Zak Stern also known as Zak the Baker. During this amazing master class, Stern will teach all attendees all they need to know about the beloved, sourdough. From mixing, shaping, baking and more, this day will provide you with the fundamentals of the lifelong skill of bread making.
1601 Collins Ave. / Website
Hang out with country music legend Trisha Yearwood, while diving into some of the most delicious Southern dishes. Yearwood will be sharing some of her favorite recipes, alongside a vast buffet from some of the highest regarded Southern-styled chefs.
A full list of the week's itinerary can be found on SOBEWFF’s official website, sobewff.org.
Photography by: Courtesy BFA