Join the Celebration: Visit Lauderdale’s Food & Wine Festival Marks Fifth Anniversary in 2024

The week-long series of VIP foodie experiences will feature renowned TV celebrity chefs showcasing their skills through various live cooking demonstrations.

The Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival in 2024 will showcase various food activations, culminating in a week-long celebration that highlights Greater Fort Lauderdale’s hospitality industry. The festival will offer a seven-day series of curated culinary experiences and Signature Events. It aims to celebrate all the contributors to the ever-evolving epicurean scene in South Florida and beyond. The event is scheduled from Jan. 8 through Jan. 14, 2024, and will welcome headlining chefs such as Chef Aarón Sánchez, Chef Jason Smith, Chef Nancy Fuller, and Chef Nicole Layog.

“Growing each year with more renowned talent, more indulgent and hands-on experiences, and more must-savor concepts, it’s no wonder that the Visit Lauderdale Food ‘ Wine Festival has Sun’me one of the most sought-after epicurean destinations for foodies from around the world,” Stacy Ritter says, president and CEO of Visit Lauderdale. “Celebrating our culinary community and fostering growth for our tourism economy, the Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival serves up something exceptional for ‘Everyone Under the Sun.’” 

During the upcoming Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival, guests can expect a bolder lineup featuring exemplary talent and elevated signature events. The festival, produced by 66 Productions, aims to showcase the skills of Broward County’s renowned and emerging chefs, restaurateurs, and local food and beverage establishments. The event will also provide access to some of the most talented Epicurean visionaries. Additionally, a portion of the festival proceeds will benefit the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital.

For more information, to explore the Signature Events, and to purchase tickets for any events, please visit Vlfoodwine.com or follow VLFWF at @VLFoodWine on Facebook and Instagram (“VLFWF). 

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