Grand Tastings
Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 5-6
1:00 – 5:00 PM*
This signature event features both Saturday and Sunday afternoon sessions. Enjoy fine wines, sample fare from the area’s best restaurants and chefs, and take in free cooking demonstrations from local chefs. One price provides access to an all-inclusive food and drink experience. *Last pour is at 4:30 PM.
ONE ALL-INCLUSIVE PRICE
Each of our events features awesome ALL-INCLUSIVE pricing. Your glass and plate will runneth over as all your food and alcohol tastings are included – even the bottled water is free! Walk through the gates and put your wallet or purse away!
THE FIFTH THIRD PRIVATE BANK VIP EXPERIENCE
A limited selection of VIP tickets are available. VIPs enter the festival one hour prior to the general public and have exclusive access to our VIP lounge plus the following benefits!
- Gain access to the event one hour prior to general admission (starting at 12:00pm for the Grand Tastings)
- Relax in the Fifth Third Private Bank VIP Lounge
- Access to air conditioned toilets
- Taste a selection of exclusive wines served only in the VIP tent
- Enjoy an impressive dessert spread provided by Publix
Private Cabanas
Private Cabanas Available for BEER Night (Friday) and Grand Tastings (Saturday & Sunday)
Enjoy a private area for your company or group of friends. Our private cabanas come with private security, 10×10 white tent, sofas and lounges, special beer or wine selection and 12 VIP tickets (ticket value range $1,020 – $1,500 depending on the day). Private cabana ticket holders also receive access to the VIP tent and can enter the festival 1 hour before general admission. See prices and details when selecting tickets. Cabanas sold separately each day.
Watch highlights from the 2015 event and a sneak peak at the 2016 St. Pete Wine & Food Festival Grand Tastings & BEER Night St. Pete.
This Grand Tastings feature Saturday and Sunday afternoon sessions. Enjoy fine wines, sample fare from the area’s best restaurants, and enjoy cooking demonstrations from local chefs. The upscale event set along the waterfront allows you to indulge in great food, fine art, and gourmet products for one all-inclusive price.
On Friday evening, BEER Night St. Pete features over 110 craft beer and cider selections, delicious bites from local restaurants, and festive music. In gorgeous waterfront North Straub Park, BEER Night is a craft beer enthusiasts’ dream.This all-inclusive event is the perfect opportunity to experience Tampa Bay’s burgeoning craft beer scene first hand.
And don’t forget Tacos & Tequila on Thursday night featuring a range of tequilas and cocktails presented by eight of the most renowned distillers of agave spirits. You’ll also travel through a world of regional flavors and delights as you enjoy exquisite tacos and alta cocina dishes from Red Mesa Restaurant, Cantina and Mercado.
2016 Wineries
2016 Restaurant Lineup
Local Chefs & Restaurants at SPWFF Grand Tastings
Sean
Buya Ramen
Nicolas Lebas
Castile
Bill Gideon
Council Oak & Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa
Jeffrey Hileman
FarmTable Kitchen
Alicia Sherril
Locale Market
Neeraj Mahani
Loews Don CeSar Hotel
David Benstock
IL Ritorno
Tyson Grant
Parkshore Grill
Anthony Logerfo
Publix Aprons Cooking School
Jim Hendry
Publix Aprons Cooking School
Aaron Schweitzer
RumFish Grill
Viet Vo
Souzou
Jeffrey Jew
Stillwaters Tavern
Matthew Smith
The Hangar
Jon Robben
Tryst Gastro Lounge
Grand Tastings
Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 5-6- Price is all-inclusive
- Signature event featuring Saturday or Sunday afternoon sessions (tickets sold separately)
- Over 100 fine wines
- Culinary creations from the area’s best restaurants
- Free cooking demonstrations from local & world-renowned chefs
- VIP tickets available
Grand Tastings VIP
Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 5-6- Price is all-inclusive
- Gain access to the event one hour prior to general admission (starting at 12:00pm)
- Relax in the Fifth Third Private Bank VIP Lounge
- Access to air conditioned toilets
- Taste a selection of exclusive wines served only in the VIP tent
- Enjoy an impressive dessert spread provided by Publix
Grand Tastings Day of Event
Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 5-6- Price is all-inclusive
- Signature event featuring Saturday or Sunday afternoon sessions (tickets sold separately)
- Over 100 fine wines
- Culinary creations from the area’s best restaurants
- Free cooking demonstrations from local & world-renowned chefs
- VIP tickets available
Grand Tastings Day of Event VIP
Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 5-6- Price is all-inclusive
- Gain access to the event one hour prior to general admission (starting at 12:00pm)
- Relax in the Fifth Third Private Bank VIP Lounge
- Access to air conditioned toilets
- Taste a selection of exclusive wines served only in the VIP tent
- Enjoy an impressive dessert spread provided by Publix
As seen on TV
2016 SPWFF Venue (North Straub Park)
Our Charity Partners
St. Petersburg Arts Alliance
The St. Petersburg Arts Alliance provides leadership for the financial success, quality, diversity, and organizational stability of the arts and cultural community of St. Petersburg. The Wednesday night Charity Wine Pairings Dinner will benefit the St. Petersburg Arts Alliance. Proceeds from our 2015 Pairings Dinner helped fund the St. Petersburg Second Saturday ArtWalk for half a year!
Waterfront Parks Foundation
SPWFF is partnered with the Waterfront Parks Foundation, a volunteer group that raises funds for upgraded maintenance and capital improvements for the Waterfront Parks system in downtown St. Petersburg. Using a downtown waterfront park as its backdrop, SPWFF will encourage awareness for the Foundation’s mission to support the preservation and enhancement of the historic waterfront parks.
2016 Sponsors
PRESENTING
CATEGORY SPONSORS
LOCAL PARTNERS
CORPORATE PARTNERS
