SOBEWFF 2017 | Top 5 Sip & Savor Bites

Whether you’re looking to nibble and nosh, sip and savor, or party and celebrate, SOBEWFF epicurean festival is where you want to be from February 22-26, 2017.

Who’s going to be there? The Food network, Cooking channel personalities, culinary chefs, chef & culinary personalities. Star power will be turned up to high volume with Rachael Ray, Guy Fieri, Nigella Lawson, Giada DeLaurentiis, Robert IRvine, Alex Guarnaschelli, and Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka. Just some of the chefs taking to the stage to host culinary demos and kibbutz with fans. Oh and Snoop Dogg is a recent addition to the lineup!

The food and wine festival will also be hosting Miami’s top chefs from 40 of the best local restaurants to rise to the occasion, serving fine eats in the quest for the coveted New Times‘ Best Bite on the Beach award. My top picks:

1- Paella & Tapas by the Pool

ThinkFoodGroup owner José Andrés returns to host a 10 of South Florida’s best chefs at the boutique luxury SLS Hotel. Andrés will put his mark on a classic paella, while participating chefs will present their mouthwatering tapas dishes to transport you to the streets of Sevilla without leaving the beach. Wine and libations paired for the Spanish inspired soirée. More info here

Thursday, February 23
7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

2- Heineken Light Burger Bash

The beloved Burger BashⓇ gets a fresh new look this year, joining forces with Heineken Light! After celebrating its 10th birthday last year, the queen of burgers is back to keep the juicy creations coming at the Heineken Light Burger Bash presented by Schweid & Sons hosted by Rachael Ray. More info here

Friday, February 24
7:30 PM – 10:30 PM

3- Decadent Dessert Party

Television personality and Charm City Cakes innovator Duff Goldman will once again be welcomed to this year’s festival! He’ll host a select group of some of the nation’s top pastry chefs and dessert artists for a decadent soirée at the National. Indulge in your greatest sweet and frosty fantasies as you enjoy carefully crafted offerings to accompany this late night craving. More info here

Saturday, February 25
10:00 PM – 12:00 AM

4- Food Fight

It’s all fun and games with Food Network rock star Guy Fieri! Food Fight is part Jeopardy, part Family Feud for the culinary world – a star-studded, interactive, late-night live trivia game hosted by Fieri himself. You’ll get the chance to sip and savor specially curated bar bites from the South of Fifth neighborhood throughout the evening at one of its most iconic locations for locals and tourists-alike, Monty’s Sunset on South Beach. More info here

Saturday, February 25
10:00 PM – 12:00 AM

5- Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village

The Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village featuring Mastercard Grand Tasting Tents & KitchenAid Culinary Demonstrations will continue to refresh and tantalize your tastebuds with offerings from more than 50 restaurants and an array of wines and libations from Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. More info here

Saturday & Sunday, February 25-26
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Bonus!

Lifeway Kefir presents Buddhas and Bellinis

Take a breather during SOBEWFF®. Buddhas and Bellinis brings together the most sought after yoga teacher in South Florida, Dawn B, coupled with acclaimed & totally hip musical talent, for a morning of YOGA & relaxation during SOBEWFF®. A DARLEE production, this yoga session promises to refresh, inspire, and rejuvenate your body & mind. More info here

Sat & Sun, February 25 & 26
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM