SHOWROOM
NYC’s Premier Wine & Food Festival is Brooklyn Bound!
As we gear up for our 17th annual Festival this October 17-20, we’re thrilled to unveil this year’s lineup featuring 80 spectacular events, including an exciting expansion to Brooklyn. This year’s Festival promises new programming, venues and events across Brooklyn and Manhattan, offering an unforgettable epicurean experience to support our charitable partner, God’s Love We Deliver.
Supporting our local community has always been at the heart of NYCWFF’s mission. Over the past 17 years, we have proudly donated $14 million to our charitable partners. Our exclusive partnership with God’s Love We Deliver, New York City’s only provider of life-sustaining meals and nutrition counseling, enables us to further their vital mission of feeding and nourishing New Yorkers living with severe illness. We are honored to support this incredible organization.
This guide presents the Festival’s fourday schedule in its entirety and will help you plan the ultimate NYCWFF weekend. With over 500 chefs, Food Network personalities, celebrities, mixologists and wine and spirit producers coming together, our lineup showcases the vibrant and dynamic culinary landscape of Brooklyn and Manhattan. NYCWFF strives to support and elevate NYC’s restaurants and bars, creating one of the most eclectic wine and food festivals in the country. You’ll find our guest chefs headlining our Intimate Dining Series, participating in walk-around tasting events, teaching hands-on master classes and displaying their culinary prowess at daily themed parties.
This year’s Grand Tasting and Pier Parties will now be anchored in one sprawling, covered 450,000 sq. ft. location at the new Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal. Renowned chefs and culinary experts from Manhattan, Brooklyn and beyond will gather at NYCWFF to showcase
their talents and help us create an unforgettable Festival.
Kick-off the weekend with Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop presents Brooklyn Eats & Beats hosted by Brooklyn luminaries Esther Choi, Billy Durney, Sean Feeney, Mark Iacono and Michael Solomonov with an edible celebration of all things Brooklyn. We’ve also put twists on classics like Blue Moon Burger Bash: Champions vs. Challengers presented by Pat LaFrieda Meats hosted by Rachael Ray, where past champions will take on new challengers to determine whose burger will reign supreme. At our largest event, the Grand Tasting featuring Culinary Demonstrations presented by HexClad, guests can sample an incredible array of dishes along with over 200 wines and spirits from the Festival’s exclusive provider, Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits. Enjoy reviewing our guide and visit us at NYCWFF.org to purchase tickets and for more Festival information.
Thank you for helping us EAT. DRINK. FEED NYC.
Lee Brian Schrager, Festival Founder and Director Chief Communications Officer & SVP Social Responsibility for Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
4 Days 80+ Events
Manhattan and Brooklyn
500+ Personalities
Chefs, Culinary Experts, Content Creators, Mixologists, Spirit Producers and Live Entertainment
NYCWFF supports New Yorkers in need through God’s Love We Deliver
We are honored to partner with New York City’s only provider of medically tailored meals and nutrition counseling for individuals living with severe illness.
“God’s Love We Deliver is so proud to be the exclusive charity partner of NYCWFF. Every day, more and more people reach out to God’s Love We Deliver for the medically tailored meals and nutrition education and counseling only we provide in New York City. Events like NYCWFF and the amplification from its sponsors, partners and guests, help get the word out about our life-affirming work so that we can reach all who would benefit from our food and nutrition services.”
DAVID LUDWIGSON , President & CEO,
God’s Love We Deliver
We cooked and homedelivered more than 2.4 million medically tailored meals to nearly 15,000 individuals in 2023.
Services are provided FREE to clients and full of love.
$10 funds a home-delivered, nutritious meal for a New Yorker living with severe illness.
Since 1985, we’ve been cooking and home-delivering delicious, medically tailored meals to people living with serious ilness in the NYC metropolitan area.
Volunteer, refer or become a client, or just learn more at
WALTON
FEAST BY THE BEACH
While South Walton, Florida, may be known for its stunning sugar-white beaches, it’s also home to an incredible foodie scene. At a variety of laid-back yet upscale restaurants, award-winning chefs are creating innovative dishes – from fresh Gulf-to-table seafood to global cuisine. Meanwhile, local wine and food festivals keep the celebration going year-round.
Join representatives from South Walton at this year’s NYC Wine & Food Festival. They’ll have some fun giveaways and tasty local treats as they take part in the Pier Parties.
CHEF NIKHIL ABUVALA
Nikhil Abuvala is an esteemed chef and restaurateur renowned for his innovative approach to multicultural cuisine. Beginning his culinary journey at the age of 13, Nikhil’s culinary expertise spans global traditions. His latest venture, The Daytrader Tiki Bar & Restaurant, features an ingredient-driven, Polynesian-inspired menu that offers a modern-day tiki experience and a sense of escapism in picturesque Seaside, Florida. Nikhil is also the visionary behind Roux 30a and Nanbu Noodle Bar, both situated in Grayton Beach. At Roux 30a, he transforms fresh, local ingredients into unforge able bites in an intimate, open-kitchen se ing, while Nanbu Noodle Bar combines Japanese and Southern fl avors for a one-of-a-kind dining experience. Through his restaurants, Nikhil continues to push culinary boundaries and delight guests with his creative and immersive dining experiences.
South Walton has a way of slowing down time…an ease that invites you to relax and play. From the moment your feet touch the sand, you’re home. Find your perfect beach at VisitSouthWalton.com.
BROOKLYN BOUND! Introducing
the Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal
The Festival is expanding from Manhattan to the dynamic borough of Brooklyn!
Fan-favorite events such as the Grand Tasting and Pier Parties will now be anchored in one sprawling 450,000 sq. ft. covered location at the new Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal.
This expansion allows us to embrace the energy and diversity of Brooklyn’s culinary community while maintaining the essence of the NYCWFF we all know and love. This shift promises a fresh gastronomic experience at one central culinary campus, with large scale tent structures so that we can celebrate rain or shine.
Ride the NYC Ferry to NYCWFF
We have partnered with the NYC Ferry to offer a direct route to and from Wall St./Pier 11 to Brooklyn Army Terminal (BAT)/Sunset Park. Alternatively, NYC Ferry’s service is also available via South Brooklyn or Rockaway routes to Sunset Park.
$4 tickets can be purchased via the NYC Ferry App or at the ticket vending machine, available at each landing.
DRINK
OLD PARR Blended Scotch Whisky. 40% Alc/Vol. Imported by Diageo, New York, NY.
Our Iconic Pier Parties Take Brooklyn!
We’re serving up an unforgettable lineup of ultimate, all-inclusive walk-around tasting events at our new home, the Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal. Celebrate Brooklyn’s vibrant foodie scene with celebrities, live music and outstanding food and drinks.
THURSDAY, OCT 17 | 7PM - 10PM Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop
PRESENTS Brooklyn Eats & Beats
hosted by Esther Choi, Billy Durney, Sean Feeney, Mark Iacono and Michael Solomonov
FRIDAY, OCT 18 | 7PM - 10PM
Blue Moon Burger Bash: Champions vs Challengers
presented by Pat LaFrieda Meats hosted by Rachael Ray
SATURDAY, OCT 19 | 7PM - 10PM
Bobby’s Triple Threat Dance Party
PRESENTED BY TREASURE CAVE
hosted by Bobby Flay, Tiffany Derry, Michael Voltaggio and Brooke Williamson
SUNDAY, OCT 20 | 4PM - 7PM
PRESENTS
Johnson’s The Cookout: A Hip Hop Celebration hosted by Rev Run and Angela Yee
BROOKLYN BOUND!
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“We’re incredibly excited to expand our footprint to Brooklyn and offer our most attended events at one tented culinary campus. We are pleased to offer the same Festival our guests know and love at a new location.”
Lee Brian Schrager, Festival Founder and Director
The GRAND TASTING
There is no better event for food and wine lovers than our Grand Tasting. Top NYC restaurants, wine and spirits brands and today’s most innovative food-focused brands are all on hand for a full day of culinary excellence at our most well-known event. Treat yourself to the perfect day under the NYCWFF tents at the Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal.
What’s included in your ticket:
SAMPLE hundreds of top-notch wines and spirits from the Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits portfolio.
TASTE unlimited and delicious dishes showcasing the best of NYC’s culinary scene, curated in partnership with NYC Tourism’s culinary content hub, Savor NYC. Vote for your favorite to win the Beli Best Bite Award.
DISCOVER exciting, interactive experiences from today’s top brands.
JOIN the live audience at our Culinary Demonstrations presented by HexClad as today’s top chefs and Food Network personalities demonstrate new recipes and techniques.
TAKE HOME signed copies of your favorite chefs’ latest cookbooks plus swag from food brands and more.
CULINARY DEMONSTRATIONS
PRESENTED BY HEXCLAD
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 19
1:15pm Jet Tila
2:00pm Katie Lee
2:45pm Geoffrey Zakarian
3:30pm Alex Guarnaschelli
4:15pm Scott Conant
5:00pm Michael Symon
5:45pm Kardea Brown
6:30pm Jeff Mauro
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20
1:15pm Robert Irvine
2:00pm Tamron Hall & Lish Steiling
2:45pm Duff Goldman
3:30pm Andrew Zimmern
4:15pm Marc Murphy
5:00pm Marcus Samuelsson
5:45pm Al Roker & Courtney Laga
6:30pm Rocco DiSpirito
Schedule is subject to change.
WE’RESHAKING THINGSUPAT NYCWFF!
NYCWFF is shaking things up with a mouthwatering mix of brand-new events and venues.
Dance the night away at Bobby’s Triple Threat, sip Betty Booze cocktails with Blake Lively or enjoy the dazzling Drag Disco hosted by David Burtka and Neil Patrick Harris. And that’s just the beginning. Indulge your senses at the immersive multimedia world of Hall des Lumières, take in waterfront views at our new Brooklyn campus, play classic lawn games at the Lawn Club and more.
SCHEDULE of EVENTS
WEDNESDAY | OCT 16
5:30pm-7:30pm
Martha Stewart’s 100th Cookbook
Celebration Four Twenty Five, 26th floor // $422.30 6pm-9pm
Dinner hosted by Einat Admony and Maneet Chauhan part of the Bank of America Dinner Series One Bryant Park // $422.30
THURSDAY | OCT 17
6pm-8:30pm
Ciao House: An Italian Tasting hosted by Gabriele Bertaccini and Alex Guarnaschelli Hall des Lumières // $162.23
6pm-8pm
Cocktail Making Master Class hosted by Maison Premiere
The Institute of Culinary Education // $136.22
7pm-10pm
Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop presents Brooklyn Eats & Beats hosted by Esther Choi, Billy Durney, Sean Feeney, Mark Iacono and Michael Solomonov Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal // $188.23 Early Entry 30-min early access // $240.25
INTIMATE DINNER SERIES
6pm-9pm
Dinner hosted by Sam Mason part of the Bank of America Dinner Series One Bryant Park // $422.30
7pm-10pm
Dinner hosted by NARO part of the Bank of America Dinner Series NARO // $370.29
James Kent Tribute Dinner by the teams of Benoit New York and the Kent Hospitality Group part of the Bank of America Dinner Series Benoit // $370.29
Dinner hosted by Jonathan Benno and Gregory Gourdet part of the Invesco Dining Series Four Twenty Five // $422.30
Dinner hosted by Jet Tila and Cédric Vongerichten Wayan // is $318.70
Dinner hosted by Maneet Chauhan and Michael Jenkins part of the Invesco Dining Series Butter // $370.29
Dinner at Bungalow hosted by Meherwan Irani and Vikas Khanna part of the Bank of America Dinner Series Bungalow // $313.07
Dinner hosted by Rocco DiSpirito part of the Invesco Dining Series The Carlyle // $313.07
FRIDAY | OCT 18
10:30am-12pm
Brunch at the Blue Box Café hosted by Daniel Boulud and Martha Stewart part of the Invesco Dining Series
The Blue Box Café // $422.30 12:30pm-5pm
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Trade Day hosted by Wine Spectator at Grand Tasting Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal // By Invite Only 5pm-7pm
The Betty BOOze Harvest Happy Hour hosted by Blake Lively
The Lawn Club // $162.23 6pm-8pm
Pasta Making Master Class hosted by Roscioli
The Institute of Culinary Education // $188.23 7pm-10pm
Blue Moon Burger Bash: Champions vs. Challengers presented by Pat LaFrieda Meats hosted by Rachael Ray Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal // $266.26
Early Entry 30-min early access // $318.27
7:30pm-10pm
Asian Bites & Karaoke Nights hosted by Jet Tila
ASPIRE at One World Observatory // $162.23 9pm-11:30pm
Meet Cutes NYC presents Tacos & Tequila hosted by Aarón Sánchez Hall des Lumières // $162.23
Sweet Dreams presented by Le Chemin du Roi and Branson Cognac hosted by Dominique Ansel with a special appearance by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson Somewhere Nowhere NYC // $162.33
INTIMATE DINNER SERIES
6pm-9pm
Dinner hosted by Alex Guarnaschelli and Owen Han part of the Bank of America Dinner Series
Two Bryant Park // $422.30
7pm-10pm
Dinner hosted by Jonathan Waxman and Brooke Williamson part of the Bank of America Dinner Series
One Bryant Park // $400
Dinner hosted by Doug Brixton and Geoffrey Zakarian part of the Bank of America Dinner Series
The Golden Swan // $370.29
Dinner hosted by Daniel Boulud, Katalina Diaz and Romain Paumier presented by Montchevre® part of the Bank of America Dinner Series
Maison Barnes // $350
Dinner hosted by Esther Choi and Michael Symon part of the Bank of America Dinner Series
1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge // $370.29
Dinner hosted by Antonia Lofaso, Ayesha Nurdjaja and Edward Hong part of the Bank of America Dinner Series
Delmonico’s // $370.29
Dinner hosted by Camille Becerra and Amanda Freitag part of the Bank of America Dinner Series As You Are // $313.07
Dinner hosted by Michael White and Juan-Pablo Perez part of the Bank of America Dinner Series American Cut // $313.07
Dinner hosted by Nadia Caterina Munno of @ThePastaQueen and Olivia Tiedemann of @Oliviatied presented by The EU Gem Ham: Prosciutto di Carpegna PDO part of the Bank of America Dinner Series Tucci // $313.07
“The most amazing thing is you get to interact with your favorite Food Network personalities up close and personal.”
— JET TILA
Victorscafe.com
Your Instagram Feed IRL
An all-day experience with your favorite food and beverage content creators with panels, demonstrations and more.
SATURDAY, OCT. 19
Industry City, Brooklyn
FoodieCon® presented by Fratelli Beretta is back for its second annual event at NYCWFF! Meet top digital content creators, learn about the latest food trends, listen to discussions on food, culture and technology and capture Instagram-worthy moments.
Elena Besser @elenabesser
Jack’s Dining Room @jacksdiningroom
Rob Li @broccoliraab
Nadia Caterina Munno @the_pastaqueen
Aisha Ruperto @foodgotmewasted
Ereka Vetrini @erekav
Kalen Allen @thekalenallen
Maddy Devita @handmethefork
John Kanell @preppykitchen
Musashi & Jasmine @madebymusashi
Matt Peterson @mattpeterson
Olivia Tiedemann @oliviatied
Barbara Costello @brunchwithbabs
Jeremy Jacobowitz @jeremyjacobowitz
Brian Lindo @briancantstopeating
Dan Pelosi @grossypelosi
Sister Snacking @sistersnacking
Melba Wilson @melbasharlem
Duff Goldman @duffgoldman
Jeff Mauro @jeffmauro
SATURDAY | OCT 19
10:00am-11:30am
Rainbow Cookie Croissant Master Class hosted by Bilena Settepani
The Institute of Culinary Education // $188.23 11am-12:30pm
Italian Cooking Master Class hosted by Gabriele Bertaccini
The Institute of Culinary Education // $188.23 11:30am-1:30pm
Halloween Sweets & Treats hosted by Kardea Brown and Duff Goldman ASPIRE at One World Observatory // Adult: $162.23, Kids: $52.99 ALL AGES
12pm-2pm
Hav & Mar x The Musket Room: A Brunch hosted by Fariyal Abdullahi, Mary Attea and Camari Mick Hav & Mar // $188.23
Cafe Spaghetti x Casa Mono: A Lunch hosted by Salvatore Lamboglia and Jonathan Melendez Café Spaghetti // $162.23
Dim Sum Brunch hosted by Philippe Chow and Dale Talde Philippe by Philippe Chow // $188.23
Lunch hosted by Fresco by Scotto and Melissa & Joe Gorga Fresco by Scotto // $240.25
12pm-5pm
FoodieCon® presented by Fratelli Beretta Industry City Courtyard 1/2 // $105.01 ALL AGES
12:30pm-2:30pm
Mediterranean Mezze Brunch presented by Genova Premium Tuna hosted by Michael Symon Hall des Lumières // $162.23
12:30pm-2pm
Introduction to Filipino Cuisine Master Class hosted by Leah Cohen
The Institute of Culinary Education // $188.23
1:30pm-6pm
Grand Tasting featuring Culinary Demonstrations presented by HexClad Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal // $219.44
Priority Entry 30-min early access // $271.46
2pm-3:30pm
Caviar Tasting and Pairing Experience hosted by Black River Caviar The Institute of Culinary Education // $162.23
3pm-5pm
Cake Decorating Master Class hosted by Maman Bakery Maman // $125.81
4:00pm-6:00pm
Social Hour at Nubeluz Nubeluz // $162.23
6pm-8pm
Cayman Jack River Cruise
Circle Line Cruises Pier 83 // $105.01
7pm-9:30pm
Steak & Whiskey presented by A.1.
Sauce hosted by Robert Irvine Hall des Lumières // $198.64
7pm-10pm
Bobby’s Triple Threat Dance Party presented by Treasure Cave hosted by Bobby Flay, Tiffany Derry, Michael Voltaggio and Brooke Williamson
Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal // $266.26
Early Entry 30-min early access // $318.27
8pm-10pm
A Caviar & Cocktail Affair presented by Black River Caviar hosted by Scott Conant and Antonia Lofaso
ASPIRE at One World Observatory // $209.04
10pm-12:30am
Drag Disco hosted by David Burtka and Neil Patrick Harris featuring special performances by JIMBO and Meatball
The Cutting Room // $162.23
“NYCWFF is fabulous! There’s nothing like coming together with friends to support an important organization such as God’s Love We Deliver.”
— MELBA WILSON
INTIMATE DINNER SERIES
7pm-10pm
Le Jardinier x L’Atelier de Joël
Robuchon: A Dinner hosted by Andrew Ayala, Salvatore Martone and James Friedberg of The Bastion Collection
Le Jardinier // $370.29
Dinner hosted by Michael Mina and PJ Calapa part of the Bank of America
Dinner Series One Bryant Park // $422.30
Dinner hosted by Marc Forgione, Lee Hanson and Riad Nasr part of the Bank of America Dinner Series
The Beekman // $370.29
Dinner hosted by Eric Adjepong and Tiffani Faison part of the Invesco Dining
Series The Standard Grill // $313.07
PREMIUM COCKTAILS. BARTENDER
CREATED.
POUR OVER ICE AND ENJOY
SUNDAY
10:00am-11:30am
Pavlova Making Master Class hosted by Camari Mick of Raf’s
The Institute of Culinary Education // $188.23 10:30am-12:30pm
Hamburger Master Class & Lunch hosted by George Motz Hamburger America // $125.81 11am-12:30pm
Sichuan Fried Chicken Master Class hosted by Eric Huang of Pecking House
The Institute of Culinary Education // $188.23 12pm-2pm
Oyster Bash presented by Modelo hosted by Andrew Zimmern Fornino Brooklyn Bridge Park // $188.23
Pizza Master Class hosted by Wylie Dufresne Stretch Pizza // $162.23
Jazz Brunch hosted by John Fraser and Justin Girouard presented by Explore Louisiana La Marchande // $188.23
Lunch at Le Coucou hosted by Daniel Rose, Melissa Ben-Ishay and Maddy DeVita Le Coucou // $188.23
Brunch hosted by Rocco DiSpirito and Marcus Samuelsson
Metropolis by Marcus Samuelsson // $188.23
Olmsted x Theodora: A lunch hosted by Greg Baxtrom and Tomer Blechman Olmsted // $162.23
12:30pm-2pm
Master Class hosted by Al Roker and Courtney Roker Laga
The Institute of Culinary Education // $188.23 12:30pm-2:30pm
Sunday Brunch hosted by the Cast of The Kitchen Pearl Alley // $162.23 1:30pm-6pm
Grand Tasting featuring Culinary Demonstrations presented by HexClad Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal // $219.44
Priority Entry, 30-min early access // $271.46 2pm-4pm
Baking Master Class with Breads Bakery Breads Bakery // $162.23
4pm-7pm
BACARDÍ presents JJ Johnson’s The Cookout: A Hip Hop Celebration hosted by Rev Run and Angela Yee Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army Terminal // $146.62
Early Entry 30-min early access // $188.23 6pm-9pm
A Dinner at KYU hosted by Andrew Zimmern part of the Invesco Dining Series KYU // $313.07
Sip, Savor, Dance, Repeat
Quench your thirst for the city’s most exquisite elixirs at our exciting cocktail events, featuring the finest offerings from the Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits portfolio. Have your pick of cocktail-infused happy hours and late-night parties like Betty BOOze Harvest Happy Hour hosted by Blake Lively, Social Hour at Nubeluz, Caviar & Cocktail Affair hosted by Scott Conant and Antonia Lofaso and more.
Dine with the Greats
Experience culinary excellence like never before with our exclusive Intimate Dining Series. We’ve gathered a remarkable lineup of over 50 world-renowned chefs who will come together to prepare extraordinary, multi-course tasting menus at today’s finest restaurants and venues across the city. Each menu will be expertly paired with wines and spirits from Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS*
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