2008 FOOD NETWORK SOUTH BEACH WINE & FOOD FESTIVAL
FEBRUARY 21-24, 2008
Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival is a national, star-studded, four-day destination event showcasing the talents of the world’s most renowned wine and spirits producers, chefs and culinary personalities. Hosted by Southern Wine & Spirits of Florida and Florida International University (FIU), the festival benefits the Teaching Restaurant and the Southern Wine & Spirits Beverage Management Center, both located at FIU.
Now in its seventh year, the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival began as a one-day festival known as the Florida Extravaganza held at FIU’s Biscayne Bay Campus. For six years, the Florida Extravaganza showcased wines from national and international wineries paired with food from local restaurants and chefs working with students of FIU’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
EVENTS
Date & Time: | 2008-02-20 - 0000-00-00
Price: $200
Location: The Forge Restaurant, 432 Forty-First Street, Miami Beach, FL
Celebrity & Azamara Cruises Presents
The Forge Prelude Dinner
Wednesday February 20TH, 2008 7:30pm
Hosted by the Forge Owner Shareef Malnik
Intimate Live Performance by World renowned guitarist
Al Di Meola
Featuring
The Food Network “Napa Style Television Show”
Michael Chiarello, Napa Valley, California
The Award Winning Chefs from
Celebrity & Azamara Cruise Lines
Jacques Van Staden, South Africa
Robert Sturm, California
Alan McLennan & Daniel Lajoux, France
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The Forge Restaurant
Andrew Swersky, Miami Beach, Florida
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Elizabeth Blau & Associates, Las Vegas, Nevada
Elizabeth Blau & Kim Canteenwalla
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The Award Winning Wines of
Agricola Allegrini
Marilisa Allegrini & Leonardo Locasio
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Caymus, Mer Soleil, Belle Glos, Conundrum
Edward Murray
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Far Niente, Nickel & Nickel, Dolce
Larry Maguire
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Roederer Estate “L’Ermitage
Maison Marques & Domaine
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Distinguished Sommelier
United States Sommelier Association, Inc.
Rick Garced
The Forge
Gino Santangelo, Sommelier
Time: 7:30 PM
Price: $200 [not including tax and service fee]
Location: THE FORGE Restaurant
432 Forty-First Street Miami Beach Florida
Telephone 305 538 8533
Date & Time: | 2008-02-21 - 0000-00-00
Price: $150
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, One Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
Burgermania has taken a rightful place at the Festival. Following its wildly successful introduction in 2007, the Amstel Light Burger Bash hosted by Rachael Ray will make its second annual appearance with a whole new cast of cooks. Among those competing for bragging rights will be chefs from well-known establishments as well as Oprah’s personal chef and the winner of last year’s “Burger Bash People’s Choice Award”, SHAKE SHACK, among others. With such wonderfully qualified and innovative chefs at the helm, certainly no one should have a beef with the burgers! Try them all.
Participants:
- Bistro One LR at The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach (Miami Beach, FL)
- BLT Steak (Miami, FL)
- Daisy May\'s BBQ (New York, NY)
- Dune Oceanfront Burger Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton, Key Biscayne (Key Biscayne, FL)
- Dylan’s Candy Bar (New York, NY)
- Every Day with Rachael Ray Contest Winner
- Graeter’s Ice Cream (Cincinnati, OH)
- Joe Allen\'s (Miami Beach, FL)
- Johnny V\'s (Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
- Le Tub (Hollywood, FL)
- Love Shack (Fort Worth, TX)
- Marcus Samuelsson\'s Go Burger at Macy\'s (Los Angeles, CA)
- Morton\'s (Miami, FL)
- Prime 112 (Miami Beach, FL)
- Radius (Boston, MA)
- SHAKE SHACK (New York, NY)
- Table Fifty-Two (Chicago, IL)
- The Burger Joint - Le Parker Meridien (New York, NY)
- The Hitching Post II (Buellton, CA)
Date & Time: | 2008-02-21 - 0000-00-00
Price: $300
Location: Country Club Ballroom at Biltmore, 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables
Move over, guys, this featured event of the 2008 Festival is all about the ladies! Presented in the elegant setting of the stately and historic Biltmore Hotel–one of the festival’s showpiece venues and biggest supporters–the evening will celebrate extraordinary women in the industry. Hosted by Samantha Shanken of Wine Spectator, master sommelier Laura DePasquale and Yvonne Roberts of the Biltmore Cellar Club, it will feature the creative output of renowned female chefs and winemakers.
Led by Suzanne Goin, who has worked directly for such culinary heavyweights as Alice Waters and Todd English, this dinner with a feminine touch will highlight flavor and fun. The evening will end with an auction benefiting the Diabetes Research Institute followed by a late-night cigar lounge to be hosted by Cigar Aficionado and Grand Marnier on the lovely Biltmore terrace.
Participating Chefs:
- Andrea Curto-Randazzo (Talula, Miami Beach, FL)
- Cindy Hutson (Ortanique on the Mile, Coral Gables, FL)
- Elizabeth Falkner (Citizen Cake, San Francisco, CA)
- Maria Frumkin (The French Bakery Café, Miami, FL)
- Suzanne Goin (Luques, Los Angeles, CA)
- Susan Spicer (Bayona Restaurant, New Orleans, LA)
- Traci des Jardins (Jardiniere, San Francisco, CA)
Participating Winemakers:
- Alexandra Lapostolle (Casa Lapostolle)
- Florence Cathiard (Chateau Smith-Haut-Lafite)
- Francesca Planeta (Planeta)
- Mary Colhoun (Landmark Vineyards)
- Veronique Drouhin (Domaine Drouhin)
Date & Time: | 2008-02-21 - 0000-00-00
Price: $150
Location: Paris Theater, 550 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach
Date & Time: | 2008-02-22 - 0000-00-00
Price: $125
Location: The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, One Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
The Fun & Fit as a Family Weekend will kick off on Friday, February 22nd at The Ritz-Carlton South Beach with a luncheon panel sponsored by the Agatston Research Foundation and led by cardiologist Arthur Agatston, MD author of best-seller, South Beach Diet. Wellness advocates and celebrity chefs will join an informative session that school officials, family practitioners, pediatricians and anyone else who works with youngsters and has an interest in their healthy physical development should not miss.
Luncheon Panel:
Arthur Agatston, MD
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine and Agatston Research Foundation
Joy Bauer, MS, RD, CDN
Gary Foster, PhD
Temple University – Principal Investigator of HEALTHY study, funded by the National Institutes of Health
Ira Harkavy, PhD
University of Pennsylvania; Founding Director and Associate Vice President, Center for Community Partnerships
Nancy Montanez Johner
Under Secretary, Food, Nutrition and Consumer Services, United States Department of Agriculture
David Ludwig, MD
Harvard University, author of Ending the Food Fight: Guide Your Child to a Healthy Weight in a Fast Food/Fake Food World
Jamie Oliver
School Dinners Project
Rachael Ray
The Yum-o! organization
Alice Waters
Founder, Edible Schoolyard Program
Date & Time: | 2008-02-22 - 0000-00-00
Price: $$2,000 per foursome; $500 per individual
Location: The Biltmore Hotel Country Club, Coral Gables
- La Cofradia
- Caramelo
- Titanic Brewary
- Red Fish Grill
- Cacao
- Houstons
- Nexxt Café
- Flemings
- City Cellar
Date & Time: | 2008-02-22 - 0000-00-00
Price: $135
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Learn the secrets of those who taste wines for a living. Industry experts rely on the “double blind tasting” to truly judge a sample without regard to its origin, price tag or fancy label. In addition to teaching you some of the vocabulary necessary to talk about wines and the techniques helpful in making decisions about a sample’s merits, or lack thereof, the respected authorities heading this event will drive home what we all already know: The best wine in the world is the one you like! Come hear what professionals look for and learn how to identify different varietals and styles of wine following the master sommelier technique of wine identification. An expert panel of master sommeliers consisting of Eric Hemer of Southern Wine & Spirits of Florida, Laura DePasquale of Palm Bay Imports, Virginia Philip of The Breakers and Brian Koziol of Walt Disney World will headline this event.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-22 - 0000-00-00
Price: $For Invited Customers of Southern Wine & Spirits of Florida
Location: 13th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Exclusively for members of the trade, including industry professionals representing local wine and spirits merchants, restaurants, hotels and nightclubs, this event will showcase premium beverages from 150 of the world’s most-respected wine, spirits, water and coffee producers. Southern Wine & Spirits of Florida offers this complimentary afternoon as a special thank you to its loyal customers and to help keep current those whose work encompasses aspects of food and beverage service.
TRADE DAY SEMINAR
MICHAEL RUHLMAN and ANTHONY BOURDAIN are pleased to announce
The 1st ANNUAL GOLDEN CLOG AWARDS
The Best and Worst of the Year in Food
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Nominees and categories to be announced in the Fall of 2007 shall be selected by an Advisory Board consisting of noted experts and authorities including chef/restaurateur and television personality Mario Batali, journalists Jennifer Leuzzi, Dara Moskowitz and Ed Levine and chef Michael Symon. Winners to be decided unilaterally and unscientifically by Messrs. Ruhlman and Bourdain at the prestigious Awards Ceremony, to be held at the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival in February 2008. While the presence of winners cannot be guaranteed or even recommended, celebrity presenters shall be in attendance. The crudely spray painted clogs given to those winners who do show up shall surely take their places among the Greatest Honors of Recorded History!
Date & Time: | 2008-02-22 - 0000-00-00
Price: $200
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Pomerol, the Bordeaux appellation the size of a postage stamp, is home to some of the world\'s most sought-after and expensive wines. Join Christian Moueix, who has been in charge of his family estates since 1970, in tasting 7 different vintages from 7 different châteaux (including Château Petrus) and in discovering why wines from this famous appellation have been described as \'an iron fist in a velvet glove.\' Wine Spectator Senior Editor Bruce Sanderson will introduce this session.
- Château Providence, Pomerol 2005
- Château Certan-Marzelle, Pomerol 2001
- Château Hosanna, Pomerol 2000
- Château Pétrus, Pomerol 1999
- Château La Fleur Pétrus, Pomerol 1998
- Château Trotanoy, Pomerol 1995
- Château Latour à Pomerol, Pomerol 1990
Date & Time: | 2008-02-22 - 0000-00-00
Price: $300
Location: Delano, 1685 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
Pair great American barbecue with excellent French champagne, and you have something pretty close to heaven. Now serve it all on a white-sand beach, compliments of four-star culinary talent, and you have an evening of classy, stylish al fresco feasting. This year the annual BubbleQ takes place under the direction of its first female hostess: Giada De Laurentiis, one of the Food Network\'s most recognized personalities whose global acclaim continues to grow as she offers cookbooks and programs that appeal both to veteran cooks who appreciate her traditional Italian cooking and young newcomers fascinated by her fresh, fashionable approach. Giada will meet guests and invite them to select from bountiful buffets featuring fresh, succulent grilled meats, perfectly cooked seafood, charred vegetables and other side dishes as well as desserts. The party launches with a warm SoBe welcome from Jeffrey and Linda Chodorow of China Grill Management, publisher J.P. Kyrillos and editor-in-chief Dana Cowin, both of Food & Wine, and publisher Jerry Power of Ocean Drive magazine. In between courses, let your imagination run wild as you peruse the exquisite wine lots, dinners and weekend getaways offered up for bids in the Ocean Drive Silent Auction Pavilion.
Confirmed BubbleQ Chefs:
- Aaron Sanchez (Paladar, New York, New York)
- Al Roker (The Today Show)
- Andrew Swersky (The Forge, Miami Beach, FL)
- Benjamin Rottkamp (Tuscan Steak, Miami Beach, FL)
- Cat Cora (CCQ at Macy\'s, Los Angeles, CA)
- Chris Lilly (Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Que, Decatur, GA)
- Christian Thompson (Christian’s Catering, Milan, MI)
- Claude Troisgros (The Blue Door, Miami Beach, FL)
- Curtis Stone (TLC’s Take Home Chef)
- Dean Fearing (Fearing\'s Restaurant, Dallas, TX)
- Giada De Laurentiis (GDL Foods, Los Angeles, CA)
- Govind Armstrong (Table 8, Miami Beach, FL)
- Jasper White (Mohegan Sun,
- Jennifer Behar (Jennifer’s Homemade, Miami, FL)
- Katie Lee Joel
- Kenny Callaghan (Blue Smoke, New York, NY)
- Kent Rathbun (Steak,
- Kevin Rathbun (Abacus,
- Mark Militello (Mark’s Restaurants, Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
- Patrick Neely (Neely’s Bar-B-Que, Memphis, TN)
- Phillippe Pinon (The Blue Door, Miami Beach, FL)
- Rick Bayless (Frontera Grill, Chicago, IL)
- Terry Zarikian (China Grill Management, Miami, FL)
- Tyler Florence
- Zac Pelaccio (Fatty Crab, New York, NY)
Date & Time: | 2008-02-22 - 0000-00-00
Price: $300
Location: American Airlines Arena, 601 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
How suite it is! Lucky guests will enjoy not just one special experience but multiple exciting encounters as they climb to new gastronomic heights by visiting a series of uniquely distinct suites in the upper echelons of the American Airlines Arena. Each room will feature its own surprise of carefully selected wines, a sophisticated tasting menu and an array of tempting desserts. Wine Spectator Executive Editor Thomas Matthews will host the decidedly upscale festivities. No fewer than 40 of the world’s top wineries will pour their finest reserves, and chefs with a flair for the unusual will offer their signature cuisine.
Participating Chefs confirmed to date:
- Alberto Cabrera (Karu& Y, Miami, FL)
- Alfred Portale (Fontainebleau Resorts)
- Andrew Rothschild (Bourbon Steak Miami, Aventura, FL)
- Angelo Elia (Casa D’Angelo, Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
- Arvin Humes (Atlantis Paradise Island, Bahamas)
- Chris Ward (Mercury Grill,
- Claudia Fleming (North Fork Table, Long Island, New York)
- Clay Conley (Azul, Miami, FL)
- Daniel Humm (Eleven Madison Park. New York, NY)
- David Pasternak (Esca, New York, NY)
- Dewey LoSasso (North One 10 Restaurant, Miami, FL)
- Gabriel Kreuther (The Modern, New York, NY)
- James Boyce (Studio, Laguna Beach, CA)
- Jimmy Bradley (The Red Cat, New York, NY)
- Joey Campanaro (the little owl, New York, NY)
- John De Lucie (Waverly Restaurant, New York, NY)
- John Doherty (Waldorf-Astoria, New York, NY)
- John Nicely (Levy Restaurants, Miami, FL)
- Jonathan Eismann (Pacific Time, Miami Beach, FL)
- Jonathan Wright (The Setai, South Beach, FL)
- Jose Garces (Amada, Philadelphia, PA)
- Karen DeMasco (Craft, New York, NY)
- Kerry Simon (Simon LA @ Sofitel LA, Los Angeles, CA)
- Masaharu Morimoto (Morimoto, New York, NY)
- Michael Lomonaco (Porter House New York, New York, NY)
- Michael Schlow (Radius, Boston, MA)
- Philippe Ruiz (Palme d\'Or, Coral Gables, FL)
- Scott Conant (Fontainebleau, Miami Beach, FL)
- Sean O’Connell (Fontainebleau, Miami Beach, FL)
- Steve Martorano (Café Martorano, Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
- Susies Scrumptious Sweets (Ft. Lauderdale, FL)
- A.P. Vin
- Allegrini
- Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards
- Antinori
- Au Bon Climat
- Beaulieu Vineyard
- Bertani
- Biondi-Santi
- Bodegas Caro
- Casa Lapostolle
- Charles Krug Winery
- Château Coufran
- Château de la Gardine
- Château Smith Haut Lafitte
- Château Verdignan
- Chiarello Family Vineyards
- Col Solare
- Daedalus Cellars
- Diamond Creek Vineyards
- Domaine de la Vougeraie
- Far Niente
- Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards
- Gypsy Dancer Estates
- Hanzell Vineyards
- Hitching Post
- Jacob\'s Creek Vineyards
- Jordan Vineyard & Winery
- Joseph Phelps Vineyards
- Landmark Vineyards
- Loring Wine Company
- Maison Louis Latour
- Markham Vineyards
- Marqués de Riscal
- Nickel & Nickel
- Pali Wine Co
- Planeta
- Provenance Vineyards
- Ridge Vineyards
- Robert Mondavi Winery
- Roessler Cellars
- Schrader Cellars
- Tor Kenward Family Wines, LLC
- Trefethen Family Vineyards
- Trinchero Winery
- Vine Cliff Winery
- Champagne Gosset
- Champagne Krug
- Champagne Lanson
- Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte
- Champagne Perrier-Jouët
- Veuve Clicquot
Date & Time: | 2008-02-22 - 0000-00-00
Price: $125
Location: The Raleigh Hotel, 1775 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
Party with a chef so famous he needs no last name! Emeril himself will host this first-time event poolside at the elegant Raleigh Hotel. The two loves of TV’s best-known culinarian—food and music-will come together in an exciting way as he mingles with guests while a live band provides the soundtrack. On the menu: signature desserts offered at Emeril’s restaurants. Possibilities include such favorites as White Chocolate Bananas Foster Bread Pudding with Fudge Drizzle, Mississippi Mud Pie with Peanut Butter Ganache, Chocolate Bourbon Pecan Pie with Sweet Potato Ice-cream and Caramel Drizzle, and Chicory Coffee Crème Brûlée with Brown Sugar Shortbread. In addition to the must-have coffee and other beverages fit for serving with top-notch confections, the allure of style, elegance and beauty will be captured by Perrier-Jouët Champagne, which will be flowing all night long.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $50
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $200
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
The Festival once again invites those who seek a serious education in the finer things in life, whether novices or aficionados, to its teaching tastings. The Festival will offer four all-inclusive packages of wine seminars that bring together experts ready to share their unique knowledge and offer guests a comprehensive view of today\'s vin scene. Learn about the special qualities of specific wines as well as the grapes and techniques that go into creating them. Wine Spectator executive editor Thomas Matthews will introduce each session and vintners and principals from a variety of handpicked estates will lead the exciting range of tastings to follow. In between tastings, visit the Chill Lounge and sample delicious Tapas and fine Spanish wines including selections from Campo Viejo, Ysios, and Terra D\'Ouro compliments of Pernod Ricard USA. Seminars in Series A include:
- Joseph Phelps Vineyards: A Napa Valley Cabernet Retrospective
- Ridge’s Historic Zinfandels, A Retrospective Tasting of Lytton Springs and Geyserville
- Bertani Amarone Vertical Tasting
- A Vertical Tasting of Château Cos D’Estournel and an Introduction to Goulée
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $125
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Riedel Crystal is known worldwide for designing the most finely tuned drinking instruments for every level of wine sophistication. To showcase each wine in its finest form, Riedel\'s varietally specific wine glasses enhance the aromas and taste components, finding a wine\'s maximum complexity by featuring the best possible harmony. The shape and size of the glass creates a balanced interaction between fruit, minerality and acidity, while de-emphasizing the evidence of alcohol. When all these elements are in place, the glass becomes the wine’s ‘loudspeaker,’ transmitting the message of the beverage to the human senses.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $$23 per day for children 10 and under, $28 per day for adults age 11 and older
Location: Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Recognizing its potential to positively influence the community, the Festival has partnered with the South Beach Diet to present a weekend of events geared to teaching parents and children how to choose and prepare foods to maximize health and to implement other beneficial lifestyle changes. An effort to curb the growing epidemic of childhood obesity and to promote improved lifestyle choices for everyone, the Festival will present two days of interactive, fun-filled, educational activities.
Along with all of our health-oriented activities, families will enjoy the fabulous activities going on at Jungle Island. The natural tree canopies and wildlife make this the perfect place to spend your weekend.
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DESTINATION #1: FUN
See your favorite celebrity chef live on stage. Culinary demonstrations led by Rachael Ray, Tyler Florence, Jamie Oliver, Ellie Krieger, Robin Miller and Art Smith will run throughout the day. Families will learn to make easy meals that are good for the heart.
Saturday, February 23 Sunday, February 24
11:00am - 12:00pm 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rachael Ray and Jamie Oliver Ellie Krieger
1:00pm - 2:00pm 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Allen Susser Tyler Florence
3:00pm - 4:00pm 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Art Smith Robin Miller
In between the star-studded demos, enjoy performances by the OrganWise Guys- interactive show that encourages eating a low-fat, high-fiber diet, drinking lots of water, and performing daily exercise.
On the same stage, catch one of Jungle Island’s spectacular wildlife shows!
DESTINATION #2: FOOD
Learn about healthy alternatives to your favorite snacks and drinks. Under cool, shaded pavilions, families will get to sample healthy snacks and learn how eating fresh produce, essential grains and lean protein can be delicious and nutritious!
To cool off and quench that thirst, families will get vitamin-packed fruit juices and smoothies, as well as loads of water!
DESTINATION #3: FITNESS
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Work up a sweat zip around an action-packed Obstacle Course!
- Race the clock and your friends in exciting Relay Races!
- Play ball! Compete with others in basketball free throw shots and other sports activities.
- Test your agility with vertical jumps and climbing ladders.
- After all the exercise, learn how to check your heart rate and how many calories you are burning!.
DESTINATION #4: DISCOVER
- Get hands-on by experimenting with all the food groups in the Food Labs.
- Delicious Dairy: Yummy Yogurts and Cheesy Experiments
- Glorious Grains: Explore Grains from Around the World and Whole Wheat for Thought
- Fruits & Vegetables: Veggie Snacks and Organic Fruits
- Protein Punch: Meats and Beans and In-Between
- Workouts and Workshops
- Yoga, Pilates and Zumba classes
- Jump Rope contests
- Dance Fitness: Zumba and Step Dancing
- Kids & the Gym: Learn how to use gym equipment and build muscle
Explore the Children’s Sustainable Food Garden at Jungle Island and learn about native and seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs.
Be a part of the process! The Garden will engage children and parents by encouraging them to explore, touch, smell, taste and produce on their own, while also showing them how it will improve their health and the health of the community. The garden will provide a yearlong forum for teaching nutrition and highlighting healthy food choices.
Learn how the food goes from the garden to your dinner table!
And much, much more…
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $85
Location: South Beach Marriott, 161 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Sushi lovers, get ready to dive into wine. Expert John Wesson will lead this all-new seminar, and Miami Beach’s Sushi Samba will provide the exquisite sampling of such favorites as crudo, sushi and sashimi, as well as ceviche. Each morsel will be paired with a wine that perfectly accents the fish. The raw bar will feature the freshest offerings and highlight artistic plating techniques. Truly a unique opportunity.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $187.50
Location: 13th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Culinary and Lifestyle Seminars (11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
You’ve watched them on TV, taken inspiration from their advice and faithfully followed the recipes in their cookbooks. Now see your culinary idols in person! More than a dozen Culinary and Lifestyle Seminars offered by Food Network hosts and chefs along with other expert speakers will take center stage in the KitchenAid Tents. There they will demonstrate techniques, reveal kitchen secrets and answer questions as they prepare some of their favorite dishes. Afterward, don’t miss the chance to exchange a few personal words with your culinary hero when you purchase a book in the Books & Books Tent for signing.
American Express Grand Tasting (1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tastebuds ready for a workout? Get ready for the ultimate food marathon when you step into the American Express Grand Tasting Tents for delicious samples from your favorite
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| KITCHENAID STAGE "A" |
KITCHENAID STAGE "B" |
TARGET STAGE "C" |
| * 11:00am - 11:45am * BOBBY FLAY |
* 11:15am - 12:00pm * ELLIE KRIEGER |
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| * 12:00pm - 12:45pm * TYLER FLORENCE |
* 12:15pm - 1:00pm * MADHUR JAFFREY |
* 12:30pm - 1:30pm * Michael Schwartz vs. Jimmy Bradley * COMPETITION ONE |
| * 1:00pm - 1:45pm * PAULA DEEN |
* 1:15pm - 2:00pm * JACQUES TORRES |
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| * 2:00pm - 2:45pm * GIADA DE LAURENTIIS |
* 2:15pm - 3:00pm * INGRID HOFFMANN |
* 2:30pm - 3:30pm * Tim Love vs. Adam Perry Lang * COMPETITION TWO |
| * 3:00pm - 3:45pm * RACHAEL RAY |
* 3:15pm - 4:00pm * GUY FIERI |
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| * 4:00pm - 4:45pm * EMERIL LAGASSE |
* 4:15pm - 5:00pm * MING TSAI |
* 4:30pm - 5:30pm * Clay Conley vs. Michael Bloise * COMPETITION THREE |
| * 5:00pm - 5:45pm * JAMIE OLIVER |
* 5:15pm - 6:00pm * ANTHONY BOURDAIN |
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $45
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Dating back to third-century Japan, the alcoholic beverage known as sake has a long and revered history in Asia and today continues to spark interest among Americans curious about the drink. Often referred to as “rice wine,” traditional sake is first brewed and then naturally fermented, making it a cousin to both beer and wine. Gekkeikan, a California-based producer with its roots in Fushimi, Japan, follows in the footsteps of the masters to provide high-quality sake for a new generation. Today the company’s experts will explain how sake is made and reveal the drink’s place in Japanese culture before inviting you to a tasting of several different styles. Be among the first in your group of friends to get educated about this uniquely pleasing beverage.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $35
Location: Lummus Park, 13th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $150
Location: Country Club Ballroom at Biltmore, 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables
This intimate, hands-on cooking course with Chinese-American “fusion artist” Ming Tsai should prove a revelation to anyone who harbors an interest in cooking Asian cuisine but has been afraid to try. Take your cues from the expert as he clearly walks you through the steps of crafting each well-balanced course and then sets you loose at your own cooking station. A successful restaurateur, host of several popular cooking shows and an accomplished cookbook author, Tsai has earned a devoted following for his fresh flavors and unique combinations. Learn from the master—and then snag a seat next to him at the feast that follows.
The day begins with Chef Frank Randazzo making a wonderful Pasta Fagiole.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $45
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Join Tony Abou-Ganim, the “Modern Mixologist,” as he shows you what you need to stock your home bar. He will explain the tools of the trade and how to use them and then divulge the secrets behind mixing great drinks. Be it a classic Martini with stuffed olives, a pitcher of Margaritas or one of his originals, Tony will show you how to craft these wonderful libations. From shaking to stirring, muddling to blending, Boston Shakers and Hawthorn Strainers, you’ll learn all you need to know to set up and tend your home bar and throw the perfect cocktail soirée. Whether you’re a professional bartender or just want to impress your friends, you’re sure to enjoy this entertaining journey of discovery into what it takes to make a great drink.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $35
Location: Lummus Park, 13th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $175
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Dominus, produced from the historic Napanook Vineyard first planted in 1836, has gained recognition as an exceptional California red wine with its Napa terroir and its Bordeaux spirit. Join Christian Moueix in a rare visit to Miami for an exciting vertical tasting of this extraordinary estate. This event promises to be legendary!
- Dominus Estate 2005, Napa Valley
- Dominus Estate 2004, Napa Valley
- Dominus Estate 2002, Napa Valley
- Dominus Estate 2001, Napa Valley
- Dominus Estate 1996, Napa Valley
- Dominus Estate 1994, Napa Valley
- Dominus Estate 1991, Napa Valley
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $200
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
The Festival once again invites those who seek a serious education in the finer things in life, whether novices or aficionados, to its teaching tastings. The Festival will offer four all-inclusive packages of wine seminars that bring together experts ready to share their unique knowledge and offer guests a comprehensive view of today\'s vin scene. Learn about the special qualities of specific wines as well as the grapes and techniques that go into creating them. Wine Spectator executive editor Thomas Matthews will introduce each session and vintners and principals from a variety of handpicked estates will lead the exciting range of tastings to follow. In between tastings, visit the Chill Lounge and sample delicious Tapas and fine Spanish wines including selections from Campo Viejo, Ysios, and Terra D\'Ouro compliments of Pernod Ricard USA. Seminars in Series B include:
- You Never Forget Your First Krug Experience
- A Vertical Tasting of Château Lascombes: the Seductive Elegance of Margaux
- Discover the Wines of Sardinia
- The 2001 Vintage of F.E. Trimbach – Ravishing Wines from Ribeauvillé
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $85
Location: South Beach Marriott, 161 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Master sommelier Andrea Immer Robinson and Miami chef Michelle Bernstein together present their take on global wines and bold cuisine. Bernstein’s renowned Latin-inspired dishes will provide the catalyst for Robinson’s international selections. Learn how strong, spicy flavors pair with different wines and how you can choose a varietal to perfectly accent nuances within the food. It’s a taste adventure that will offer an informative, whirlwind tour of wines from around the world.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $45
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Mastering the balance of sweet and sour can separate the pro from the amateur behind the bar. A few good tips and a demonstration of technique from someone in the know is all you really need to begin successfully preparing this refreshing style of drink yourself. Surprise your friends and loved ones when you learn to mix the most popular sweet and sour cocktails—sours, fizzes and Collinses—from famed mixologist Dale DeGroff
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $75
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $35
Location: Lummus Park, 13th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $500
Location: Loews Miami Beach Hotel, 1601 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
Internationally reputed for his innovative, groundbreaking cuisine, Jean-Georges Vongerichten boasts a bold culinary vision that has consistently set new standards. Executive chef/owner of 15 restaurants worldwide, including New York City & Jean-Georges, JoJo, Vong and Mercer Kitchen—which together hold an unprecedented 12 stars from The New York Times-he is the winner of three James Beard Restaurant Awards and the author of several cookbooks.
- Daniel Del Vecchio
- Gregory Brainin
- Mark Lapico (Jean-Georges, New York)
- Ron Gallo (JoJo, New York)
- Pierre Schutz (Vong, New York)
- Christopher Beischer (Mercer Kitchen, New York)
- James Reinholt (Spice Market, New York)
- Eric Battes (Perry St., New York)
- Wiley Dufresne (WD-50, New York)
- Nobu Matsuhisa (Nobu, Worldwide)
- Gordon Maybury (Loews Miami Beach Hotel, Miami Beach)
- Michel Richard (Citronelle & Central, Washington, DC)
- Guy Savoy (Restaurant Guy Savoy, Caesar\'s Palace, Las Vegas)
- Claudia Fleming (North Fork Table and Inn, Southold)
- Jacques Torres (Jacques Torres Chocolate, New York, NY)
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $200
Location: Devito South Beach, 150 Ocean Drive, South Beach
It’s a late night of feasting and revelry when restaurant owner David Manero and partner Michael Brauser host the duo of industry “bad boys” Mario Batali—the clog-wearing chef—and Jamie Oliver—Britian’s baby-faced “Naked Chef” in his first Festival appearance. Both are well-versed in the traditions of Tuscan cooking and will together create a bounty of delicacies to include such favorites as rustic pastas, char-grilled T-bone steaks, wild boar and grilled bread with cured meats. Wines from the Tuscan Estates of Ruffino will complement the courses. Buonissimo!
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $50
Location: Paris Theater, 550 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach
Poolside and overflowing with Belvedere vodka, the taste of the Beautiful Life, this after-hours fete will feature the best of South Beach when it combines a fabulous location, a very special libation and both the young and young-at-heart crowd who know a thing or two about partying in high style.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-23 - 0000-00-00
Price: $85
Location: South Beach Marriott, 161 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
The variety, availability and popularity of handcrafted cheese has exploded in recent years. Chef John Cuevas of Montage in Laguna Beach will demonstrate how to take these delicacies—already exciting on their own—and pair them with other foods in unique and unexpected combinations. Find out how the careful attention of cheese artisans and the experimentation of such innovative chefs as Cuevas have imbued cheese with suprising new flavors in recent years. You will taste halloumi from Cyprus, Delice de Pommard and Fourme D’Ambert from France, Ewephoria from Holland, Hoja Santa from Texas and several other uncommon cheeses. Served with unusual, specially chosen accompaniments such as charred melon and chorizo, pickles and peppers, grilled romaine and whipped mustard, root beer syrup and vanilla, and others, each cheese will be presented to its fullest taste potential. Wines selected and discussed by wine specialist Anthony Giglio will accompany the tasting of all demonstrated dishes.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $200
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
The Festival once again invites those who seek a serious education in the finer things in life, whether novices or aficionados, to its teaching tastings. The Festival will offer four all-inclusive packages of wine seminars that bring together experts ready to share their unique knowledge and offer guests a comprehensive view of today\'s vin scene. Learn about the special qualities of specific wines as well as the grapes and techniques that go into creating them. Wine Spectator executive editor Thomas Matthews will introduce each session and vintners and principals from a variety of handpicked estates will lead the exciting range of tastings to follow. In between tastings, visit the Chill Lounge and sample delicious Tapas and fine Spanish wines including selections from Campo Viejo, Ysios, and Terra D\'Ouro compliments of Pernod Ricard USA. Seminars in Series C include:
- Veuve Clicquot: "Only One Quality, the Finest!"
- Pio Cesare Barolo “Ornato” Vertical Tasting
- Jordan Vineyard & Winery
- Drouhin – A Family Affair
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $$23 per day for children 10 and under, $28 per day for adults age 11 and older
Location: Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Recognizing its potential to positively influence the community, the Festival has partnered with the South Beach Diet to present a weekend of events geared to teaching parents and children how to choose and prepare foods to maximize health and to implement other beneficial lifestyle changes. An effort to curb the growing epidemic of childhood obesity and to promote improved lifestyle choices for everyone, the Festival will present two days of interactive, fun-filled, educational activities.
Along with all of our health-oriented activities, families will enjoy the fabulous activities going on at Jungle Island. The natural tree canopies and wildlife make this the perfect place to spend your weekend.
Your Boarding Pass to Adventure
DESTINATION #1: FUN
See your favorite celebrity chef live on stage. Culinary demonstrations led by Rachael Ray, Tyler Florence, Jamie Oliver, Ellie Krieger, Robin Miller and Art Smith will run throughout the day. Families will learn to make easy meals that are good for the heart.
Saturday, February 23 Sunday, February 24
11:00am - 12:00pm 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rachael Ray and Jamie Oliver Ellie Krieger
1:00pm - 2:00pm 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Allen Susser Tyler Florence
3:00pm - 4:00pm 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Art Smith Robin Miller
In between the star-studded demos, enjoy performances by the OrganWise Guys- interactive show that encourages eating a low-fat, high-fiber diet, drinking lots of water, and performing daily exercise.
On the same stage, catch one of Jungle Island’s spectacular wildlife shows!
DESTINATION #2: FOOD
Learn about healthy alternatives to your favorite snacks and drinks. Under cool, shaded pavilions, families will get to sample healthy snacks and learn how eating fresh produce, essential grains and lean protein can be delicious and nutritious!
To cool off and quench that thirst, families will get vitamin-packed fruit juices and smoothies, as well as loads of water!
DESTINATION #3: FITNESS
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Work up a sweat zip around an action-packed Obstacle Course!
- Race the clock and your friends in exciting Relay Races!
- Play ball! Compete with others in basketball free throw shots and other sports activities.
- Test your agility with vertical jumps and climbing ladders.
- After all the exercise, learn how to check your heart rate and how many calories you are burning!
DESTINATION #4: DISCOVER
- Get hands-on by experimenting with all the food groups in the Food Labs.
- Delicious Dairy: Yummy Yogurts and Cheesy Experiments
- Glorious Grains: Explore Grains from Around the World and Whole Wheat for Thought
- Fruits & Vegetables: Veggie Snacks and Organic Fruits
- Protein Punch: Meats and Beans and In-Between
- Workouts and Workshops
- Yoga, Pilates and Zumba classes
- Jump Rope contests
- Dance Fitness: Zumba and Step Dancing
- Kids & the Gym: Learn how to use gym equipment and build muscle
Explore the Children’s Sustainable Food Garden at Jungle Island and learn about native and seasonal fruits, vegetables and herbs.
Be a part of the process! The Garden will engage children and parents by encouraging them to explore, touch, smell, taste and produce on their own, while also showing them how it will improve their health and the health of the community. The garden will provide a yearlong forum for teaching nutrition and highlighting healthy food choices.
Learn how the food goes from the garden to your dinner table!
And much, much more…
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $45
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
In 1989, long before the ultra-premium tequila category existed, an entrepreneur and his business partner, both of whom had a taste and passion for high-quality fine tequila, discovered a small distillery in the hills of Jalisco, Mexico that was producing an exceptional tequila. That entrepreneur was John Paul DeJoria (who had already co-founded the enormously successful John Paul Mitchell Systems line of hair products), and that “Simply Perfect” tequila became Patrón. Join John Paul to hear how he built Patrón into the top-selling ultra-premium tequila in the world. And of course a Patrón seminar wouldn’t be complete without a tasting, and for that, J.P. (as his friends call him) has enlisted the help of his friend, “The Modern Mixologist” Tony Abou-Ganim, to walk through the various tequilas in the Patrón portfolio.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $187.50
Location: 13th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Culinary and Lifestyle Seminars (11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
You’ve watched them on TV, taken inspiration from their advice and faithfully followed the recipes in their cookbooks. Now see your culinary idols in person! More than a dozen Culinary and Lifestyle Seminars offered by Food Network hosts and chefs along with other expert speakers will take center stage in the KitchenAid Tents. There they will demonstrate techniques, reveal kitchen secrets and answer questions as they prepare some of their favorite dishes. Afterward, don’t miss the chance to exchange a few personal words with your culinary hero when you purchase a book in the Books & Books Tent for signing.
American Express Grand Tasting (1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
Tastebuds ready for a workout? Get ready for the ultimate food marathon when you step into the American Express Grand Tasting Tents for delicious samples from your favorite
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| KITCHENAID STAGE "A" |
KITCHENAID STAGE "B" |
TARGET STAGE "C" |
| * 11:00am - 11:45am * TYLER FLORENCE |
* 11:15am - 12:00pm * ROBIN MILLER |
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| * 12:00pm - 12:45pm * GUY FIERI |
* 12:15pm - 1:00pm * MADHUR JAFFREY |
* 12:30pm - 1:30pm * Frank Randazzo & Andrea Curto-Randazzo vs. Lee Bros. * COMPETITION ONE |
| * 1:00pm - 1:45pm * MICHAEL CHIARELLO |
* 1:15pm - 2:00pm * MORIMOTO |
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| * 2:00pm - 2:45pm * DUFF GOLDMAN |
* 2:15pm - 3:00pm * PADMA LAKSHMI |
* 2:30pm - 3:30pm * Cindy Hutson vs. Johnny V. * COMPETITION TWO |
| * 3:00pm - 3:45pm * CAT CORA |
* 3:15pm - 4:00pm * MATT & TED LEE |
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| * 4:00pm - 4:45pm * INGRID HOFFMANN |
* 4:30pm - 5:30pm * Howie Kleinberg vs. Govind Armstrong * COMPETITION THREE |
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| * 5:00pm - 6:00pm * BOBBY FLAY |
5:00PM - 6:00PM LIVE AUCTION |
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $35
Location: Lummus Park, 13th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $150
Location: Loews Miami Beach Hotel, 1601 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
Sunday brunch never tasted so good as in the hands of renowned chefs doing their best in the name of three deserving individuals. This elegant mid-day feast celebrates the success and accomplishments of Jamie Oliver (South Beach Wine & Food Festival Global Citizen Award), Mr. and Mrs. Jose Ferrer Sala (Southern Wine & Spirits Lifetime Achievement Award) and Richard E. Rivera (FIU Michael E. Hurst Distinguished Leaders Award). In the setting of the Festival headquarter hotel, the breathtaking Loews Hotel, the three will be feted with the creations of Miami’s own Michelle Bernstein, assisted by the talented trio of Hedy Goldsmith, Michael Schwartz and Edgar Leal. The buffet will be complemented by Freixenet wines, produced by Mr. Ferrer Sala’s company.
Voted the sexist chef on TV, Oliver’s cooking shows are broadcast in more than 50 countries, and his cookbooks are worldwide bestsellers. He is the self-proclaimed ambassador for British cooking who in recent years has worked to improve the quality of meals offered in the UK school system. Septuagenarian Ferrer Sala , today the honorary chairman of Spain’s Freixenet Group, the world’s leading exporter of sparkling wines, for more than four decades served as the family-owned company’s chief executive and guided its tremendous global expansion. Rivera has 30 years of industry experience to his credit. A principal of the restaurant management and development firm of Rubicon Enterprises, he has served in several leadership positions, including seats on a U.S. government commission and a presidential committee, and today is chair of the National Restaurant Association.
These illustrious honorees follow in the footsteps of other talented and exceptional individuals recognized by the Festival over the years, including (South Beach Wine & Food Festival Lifetime Achievement Award) Martha Stewart, Maida Heatter; (South Beach Wine & Food Festival Voss Artesian Water Heirloom Award) Jonathan Tisch, Jeffrey and Linda Chodorow and Alice Waters; (Southern Wine & Spirits Lifetime Achievement Award) Peter and Robert Mondavi, Baron Eric de Rothschild, Francis Ford Coppola, Angelo Gaja, Collin Campbell, Baroness Philippine de Rothschild and the Robert Mondavi Family; and (FIU Michael E. Hurst Distinguished Leaders Award) Donald E. Lefton, Regynald Washington, Richard J. Schneiders, Ralph Brennan, Joseph P. Micatrotto and Joe R. Lee.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $150
Location: Country Club Ballroom at Biltmore, 1200 Anastasia Avenue, Coral Gables
Roll up your sleeves and get ready to cook authentic Latin cuisine with Food Network’s newest celebrity chef, Ingrid Hoffmann. Born and raised in Colombia, Ingrid moved to Miami and capitalized on her flair for style to open successful clothing boutiques and a popular restaurant. Those triumphs soon landed her TV cooking shows and regular columns in Spanish-language publications. This afternoon, Ingrid’s vibrant personality and simple approach will draw in cooks of all backgrounds as she guides guests at their individual cooking stations. The result should be a delicious Latin-inspired meal that everyone will sit down to enjoy together. Buen provecho!
The day begins with Chef Edmondo Sarti who will be making a beautiful Rotini alla puttanesca con tonno.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $45
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Meet Sandro Bottega: sportsman, race car driver, musician, art aficionado, glass designer and – above all – the charismatic producer of Alexander Grappa. Share in this master distiller’s infectious enthusiasm for Italy’s national spirit and learn first hand the “magical” processes by which grape pomace is transformed into the liquid essence called grappa. In 1987 Sandro launched Alexander Grappa, a refined, aromatic and smooth line of grappas, naturally moderate in alcohol, designed for a sophisticated new generation of grappa drinkers. It is a testament to his vision that little more than two decades later, Alexander Grappas are sold in 80 countries, accounting for almost 40 percent of all grappa exports worldwide. Sandro is a tireless ambassador for grappa, promoting myriad ways (in cocktails, neat, chilled, in recipes, spritzed over espresso or desserts, to name just a few) to enjoy this often misunderstood spirit.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $85
Location: South Beach Marriott, 161 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Fancy cheese at a cocktail party can turn heads. But what about those other cheeses, the ones you actually stock in your refrigerator? Chef John Cuevas of Montage in Laguna Beach, can help you get past the everyday-cheese doldrums by explaining how to whip up fun and fashionable dishes that elevate cheddar, mozzarella, string cheese and even American into something amazing. From demonstrating several ways to turn mac-n-cheese into a gourmet meal and teaching you how to grill, smoke and even stuff your grocery store-purchased cheese, Cuevas will have you remarking on the variety, versatility and easy deliciousness of these inexpensive yet nutritious staples. Wines selected and discussed by wine specialist Anthony Giglio will accompany the tasting of all demonstrated dishes.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $45
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Take a step back in time to find out what the cool cats of yesteryear downed when they wanted a cocktail. This learning experience will be led by master mixologist Dale DeGroff and feature demos of such classic classics as the Blue Blazer, a bourbon-based drink introduced by famed bartender Jerry Thomas in 1859; the Ramos (gin) Fizz popular in the Big Easy since1888; and the Cafe Brulot, a favorite Prohibition-era New Orleans digestive of orange liqueur and coffee that DeGroff will prepare and set afire in dramatic fashion. Watch the sparks fly and get a taste of these still-rockin’ libations.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $35
Location: Lummus Park, 13th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $200
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
The Festival once again invites those who seek a serious education in the finer things in life, whether novices or aficionados, to its teaching tastings. The Festival will offer four all-inclusive packages of wine seminars that bring together experts ready to share their unique knowledge and offer guests a comprehensive view of today\'s vin scene. Learn about the special qualities of specific wines as well as the grapes and techniques that go into creating them. Wine Spectator executive editor Thomas Matthews will introduce each session and vintners and principals from a variety of handpicked estates will lead the exciting range of tastings to follow. In between tastings, visit the Chill Lounge and sample delicious Tapas and fine Spanish wines including selections from Campo Viejo, Ysios, and Terra D\'Ouro compliments of Pernod Ricard USA. Seminars in Series D include:
- Planeta: A Voyage of Sicily
- King of Reds - Mountain Cabs from Ferrari-Carano
- Clos Apalta – Chilean Icon for a New Millennium
- Chateau Smith-Haut-Lafitte: The Complete Love (and Business) Story Between the Cathiards and the Grapes
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $85
Location: South Beach Marriott, 161 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
This playful yet educational seminar will take a cue from the Price Is Right game show to give participants the opportunity to experience the double-blind wine tasting technique in an exciting and revealing way. Expert John Wesson will select up to eight wines of varying type and from different regions around the world. Their market value-between $5 and $100-will be listed on a board without any hints as to which price tag goes with which bottle. It will be up to everyone to use their wine knowledge, along with information provided by Wesson, to make educated guesses as they attempt to accurately price each bottle. And don’t be surprised if the wine you enjoy least turns out to be the most expensive and vice versa: Wesson will explain some of the factors—including issues of stock availability—that figure into pricing. Prizes will be distributed to those with a perfect score at the end of the session.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $45
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $200
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Hall A (Entrance located at Washington Ave. & 19th St.)
In 1978 Baron Philippe de Rothschild and Robert Mondavi sat together at Chateau Mouton Rothschild. In less than two hours the two gentlemen had created the dream of Opus One: a single red wine of absolute quality that would reflect the personality and character of both partners. The two men imagined a seamless blend of their winemaking and cultures.
The first of its kind, the joint venture began in Napa Valley with its first vintage in 1979. Released with great fanfare in 1984, Opus One has since grown to world wide recognition. The iconic winery, which evokes the elegance and balance of the partnership, was completed in 1991.
While always following a singular vision, the wines of Opus One have been fashioned over the years by different winemakers. This historic tasting will look at current and past vintages of Opus One in the light of these winemakers and the evolving style of Opus One.
Wines to be tasted:
- 2004
- 2002
- 2001
- 1997
- 1987
- 1979
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $35
Location: Lummus Park, 13th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $$75
Location: Mansion, 1235 Washington Ave, Miami Beach
As the sun sets on the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival, spirits will rise at the Mohegan Sun closing party. Located at South Beach\'s premiere night club Mansion, 1235 Washington Ave. Renowned DJ John Cash will be spinning an eclectic party mix sure to get you up on the same dance floor that has elevated celebrities and everyone who is anyone on the South Beach A list.
After a spin or two on the dance floor, nosh on culinary treats highlighting creations from Mohegan Sun\'s award winning Chefs; Executive Chef Michael Luboff, Jasper White, Chef/Owner of Jasper White\'s Summer Shack and Todd English of Todd English\'s Tuscany, including a North East Raw Bar, Elaborate Fish Taco Station and Miami Style Ceviche Bar.
This is the party that keeps the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival alive and kicking, long after the sun sets on the Grand Tasting Tents.
Date & Time: | 2008-02-24 - 0000-00-00
Price: $85
Location: South Beach Marriott, 161 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach
Do men and women differ in their wine tastes? Find out when the power couple of master sommelier Andrea Immer Robinson and her husband John Robinson, co-hosts on their own airline-based travel show, together explore signature wines from several different wine-making destinations. Starting with simple plates that feature local favorites from several popular travel destinations—smoked salmon from Washington state, fine olive oil from Napa Valley, Humboldt fog cheese from San Francisco, Pecorino Toscano cheese from Italy, and more—the two will offer wine selections for appropriate pairing. Which wine tastes best, and to whom, will be a question for not only Mr. and Mrs. Robinson but for participating guests as well.
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- Tony Abou-Ganim
- Marilisa Allegrini
- Govind Armstrong
- Mario Batali
- Eric Baugher
- Rick Bayless
- Domonique Befve
- Jennifer Behar
- Michelle Bernstein
- John Blazon
- Michael Bloise
- Pio Boffa
- Cecile Bonnefond
- Sandro Bottega
- Anthony Bourdain
- James Boyce
- Jimmy Bradley
- Cyril Brun
- Alberto Cabrera
- Kenny Callaghan
- Joey Campanaro
- Don and Rhonda Carano
- Emile Castillo
- Daniel and Florence Cathiard
- Michael Chiarello
- Mary Colhoun
- Scott Conant
- Clay Conley
- Thomas Connell
- Cat Cora
- John Cuevas
- Andrea Curto-Randazzo
- Jeffrey Davies
- Rob Davis
- Giada De Laurentiis
- Bobby Deen
- Paula Deen
- Dale DeGroff
- John DeLucie
- Karen DeMasco
- Laura DePasquale
- Traci Des Jardins
- Rocco DiSpirito
- John Doherty
- Richard Doucette
- Laurent Drouhin
- Veronique Drouhin-Boss
- Wylie Dufresne
- Jonathan Eisman
- Angelo Elia
- Elizabeth Falkner
- Dean Fearing
- Jose Ferrer
- Guy Fieri
- Bobby Flay
- Claudia Fleming
- Tyler Florence
- Maria Frumkin
- Rick Garced
- Jose Garces
- Anthony Giglio
- Bobby Gleason
- Suzanne Goin
- Duff Goldman
- Hedy Goldsmith
- Richard Graeter
- Eric Hemer
- Ingrid Hoffmann
- Arvin Humes
- Daniel Humm
- Cindy Hutson
- Robert Irvine
- Madhur Jaffrey
- Katie Lee Joel
- John Jordan
- Koji Kagawa
- Stefan Kauth
- Brian Koziol
- Gabriel Kreuther
- Ellie Krieger
- Oliver Krug
- Emeril Lagasse
- Daniel Lajoux
- Padma Lakshmi
- Adam Perry Lang
- Alexandra Lapostolle
- Dylan Lauren
- Edgar Leal
- Matt & Tedd Lee
- Chris Lilly
- Michael Lomonaco
- Dewey LoSasso
- Tim Love
- Michael Luboff
- Lynn Mansel
- Steve Martorano
- Nobu Matsuhisa
- Tom Matthews
- Gordon Maybury
- Mark Militello
- Robin Miller
- Masaharu Morimoto
- Gordon Mott
- Christian Moueix
- Patrick Neely
- Belkys Nerey
- Timothy Nickey
- Frederick Noe III
- Jamie Oliver
- John Olney
- Steven Olson
- Luis Ortega
- Damian Parker
- Damian Parker
- David Pasternack
- David Pearson
- Zak Pelaccio
- Virginia Philip
- Philippe Pinon
- Francesca Planeta
- Alfred Portale
- Michael Psilakis
- Kent Rathbun
- Kevin Rathbun
- Rachael Ray
- Donn Reisen
- Don Rhonda
- Michel Richard
- Maximilian Riedel
- Yvonne Roberts
- Andrea Robinson
- Al Roker
- Benjamin Rottkamp
- Michael Ruhlman
- Philippe Ruiz
- Bill Samuels Jr
- Marcus Samuelsson
- Aaron Sanchez
- Bruce Sanderson
- Suvir Saran
- Edmondo Sarti
- Guy Savoy
- Michael Schlow
- Michael Schwartz
- Samantha Shanken
- Kerry Simon
- Art Smith
- Renato Spanu
- Susan Spicer
- Jacques Staden
- Curtis Stone
- Allen Susser
- Andrew Swersky
- Christian Thompson
- Jacques Torres
- Laurent Tourondel
- Loren Trefethen
- Jean Trimbach
- Ming Tsai
- Johnny Vinczencz
- Jean-Georges Vongerichten
- Chris Ward
- Alice Waters
- Josh Wesson
- Jasper White
- Jonathan Wright
- Terry Zarikian
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