The Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival is set to return to the city’s beautiful waterfront from April 8 to 12, 2025, promising an exciting lineup of culinary experiences and events. Renowned celebrity chef Robert Irvine will serve as the host, bringing significant attention to this much-anticipated festival.
Joining Chef Irvine are honorary chef Sean Brasel from Meat Market and Executive Chef Fernando Desa of GOYA Foods, who will celebrate and enhance the vibrant food and beverage scene that Tampa Bay has to offer.
This year’s festival is introducing innovative events like “Experience St. Pete” and “Experience Tampa,” which will feature curated multi-course dinners at local restaurants, allowing attendees to indulge in the region’s finest offerings. Returning highlights include the “Chef Showdown” competition, where 16 talented chefs will battle it out in categories such as fried chicken, pasta, and surf-and-turf. The festival will culminate in the “Grand Tasting” at Curtis Hixon Waterfront Park on April 12, showcasing an array of over 40 dining establishments, wines, and cocktails.
Tickets for weekend events are already available, with weekday dinner tickets set to be released in January 2025.
The festival not only highlights culinary talent but also promotes local businesses, creating a sense of community through food and celebration. It’s a wonderful opportunity for food enthusiasts to discover the best that Tampa Bay has to offer while enjoying a festive atmosphere.