News Summary
The Food & Wine Classic is returning to Charleston from November 14 to 16, featuring a stellar lineup of celebrity chefs and numerous culinary events. This year’s festival promises an array of seminars, cooking demonstrations, and ticketed experiences, including the Grand Tasting Pavilion. Attendees will enjoy tastings from over 100 winemakers and food purveyors, highlighting local seafood and flavors. Early bird passes are available at a discounted price until the end of July. This celebration of Charleston’s rich culinary culture aims to engage food enthusiasts and foster a vibrant community.
Charleston to Host Food & Wine Classic in November
The Food & Wine Classic is set to take place in Charleston from November 14 to 16, 2025, promising an exciting lineup of events and celebrity chefs. This vibrant festival is produced by a collaboration between Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure, and Southern Living, with support from Explore Charleston.
Early bird passes are currently available for $1,450 until July 31, after which the prices will rise to $1,950. This marks the second annual Food & Wine Classic in Charleston, following its successful debut last fall.
Event Highlights
The festival includes a variety of seminars, cooking demonstrations, and ticketed experiences, culminating in the renowned Grand Tasting Pavilion (GTP). Here, attendees can enjoy tastings from over 100 winemakers, distillers, and food purveyors across four two-hour sessions during the weekend. The festival places particular emphasis on local seafood and flavors by including numerous local restaurants and vendors as participants in the GTP.
Returning celebrity chefs for this year include well-known culinary figures such as Sean Brock, Maneet Chauhan, and Andrew Zimmern. Additionally, this year’s event will introduce new personalities like Emeril Lagasse and chef Kwame Onwuachi, accompanied by his son E.J. Lagasse. Local chefs such as Mike Lata, James London, Carrie Morey, Rodney Scott, Femi Oyediran, and Miles White will also feature prominently in the festivities.
Variety of Experiences
Festival-goers can choose from a diverse range of activities, including interactive workshops led by both local and national food and beverage experts. The program features opportunities for wine and spirits tastings alongside panel discussions. Special ticketed events will include an Oyster Roast, the Southern Living Lowcountry Tailgate, and Sea to Table cooking classes. The Lowcountry Tailgate will showcase traditional BBQ and live music amidst the scenic backdrop of the Kiawah River.
About the Festival
The Food & Wine Classic has its roots in Aspen, where it has been held annually for over four decades. The Charleston version aims to celebrate the city’s rich culinary culture, hospitality, history, and unique architecture. Last year’s event narrowly avoided disruptions from Hurricane Helene, with only one seminar reportedly canceled due to weather conditions.
This year’s festival organizers remain optimistic about mitigating potential impacts from natural disasters, aiming for an uninterrupted experience for attendees. The festival promises to offer extensive information and insights tailored for food enthusiasts, helping to build an engaging community around culinary arts.
Tickets and More Information
For those interested in attending the Food & Wine Classic in Charleston, more information regarding the full schedule of events, ticket purchases, and updates can be found at foodandwineclassicincharleston.com.
As the event date nears, Charleston prepares to become a hub of culinary exploration and celebration, solidifying its place in the growing landscape of food festivals.
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