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The ultimate NYC food lover’s playground awaits as The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Invesco QQQ: Grand Tasting returns on Sunday October 18, 2026 at 12:00pm in Seaport. We're talking world-class chefs, iconic culinary personalities, celebrity guests, incredible restaurants, and delish food & drinks. Expect appearances and demos from some of the biggest names in the culinary and entertainment world, including Rachael Ray, Rocco DiSpirito, Machine Gun Kelly, and more, alongside NYC’s most exciting chefs and restaurants.
Grab your $119 GA Ticket (a $230 value) for access to 4 Hours of Unlimited Tastings, featuring incredible dishes from hundreds of New York’s most celebrated restaurants, not to mention Cocktails, Wines, & Beers throughout the event, a Selection of Premium Wines and Spirits from Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits' world-class portfolio, interactive brand experiences, giveaways, surprises, and then some!
This is NYCWFF’s signature tasting event, a walk-around feast where you’ll wander from station to station discovering new favorites, sampling standout bites, meeting culinary personalities, and experiencing the flavors that make New York one of the greatest food cities in the world. Come hungry, because every corner brings another unforgettable dish, drink, or chef moment.
Beyond the bites, get up close with some of the biggest names in food during live Culinary Demonstrations hosted by Food Network stars Ayesha Nurdjaja and Michael Symon. Watch culinary icons showcase their skills, pick up insider tips, and catch appearances from some of the industry’s most celebrated personalities, including Michael Symon, Andrew Zimmern, Ayesha Nurdjaja, Rocco DiSpirito, Rachael Ray, and Nigel Ng aka Uncle Roger.
The chefs & restaurants on deck? Get ready to drool. Devour delights from talent like New York Times-featured Gene Christian Baca of Walter’s Hot Dogs, Michelin Guide-applauded Jean-Philippe Matheussen of Upland, award-winning Eleazar Fuerte of Mike’s Amazing, iconic pizza institution Sally’s Apizza, and legendary icon, Tavern on the Green, just to name a few.
With unlimited food, drinks by sponsors like Kahlúa, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Tenjaku Japanese Whisky, Avaline, LaCroix, Coca-Cola, Modelo, Blue Moon and the like, chef demos, book signings, and plenty of surprises along the way, the Grand Tasting is ready to wow...
The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Invesco QQQ returns for its 19th year as one of the country’s most celebrated culinary events, bringing together the biggest names in food, wine, spirits, and entertainment for an unforgettable four-day feast across NYC. Founded in 2008, NYCWFF has grown into a landmark celebration of the city’s unmatched dining scene, welcoming hundreds of renowned chefs, restaurateurs, winemakers, mixologists, and culinary personalities for a lineup of tastings, intimate dinners, masterclasses, and star-studded experiences.
Backed by partners like Invesco QQQ, Food Network, Mike’s Amazing, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, Maker’s Mark, Kahlúa, Heineken, Coca-Cola, Fever-Tree, and more, the Festival brings together the brands, chefs, and flavors that define today’s food culture. Beyond the incredible bites and unforgettable moments, NYCWFF continues its mission of supporting the culinary community through its charitable initiatives benefiting the Event Zero Foundation and James Beard Foundation.
The crown jewel of the weekend, the Grand Tasting featuring Culinary Demonstrations, transforms the waterfront into NYC’s ultimate food lover’s playground. Taking over the Invesco QQQ Festival Campus at the Seaport, this walk-around extravaganza invites guests to explore endless stations packed with signature dishes, creative cocktails, premium wines, and standout bites from some of the city’s most exciting restaurants and chefs.
Taste your way through a seriously impressive culinary lineup featuring everything from iconic institutions to rising stars and acclaimed concepts, with chefs and restaurants celebrated by the Michelin Guide, James Beard Foundation, The New York Times, Bon Appétit, Eater, New York Magazine, and more. Expect sublime creations from celebrated names across the five boroughs, showcasing the diversity, creativity, and global influences that have made New York one of the world’s greatest food cities.
Alongside the endless eats and drinks, the Festival’s Culinary Demonstrations bring guests face-to-face with some of the biggest names in the culinary world. Watch Food Network favorites and renowned chefs share their techniques, stories, and signature recipes, while enjoying exclusive experiences like cookbook signings, interactive activations, giveaways, and gourmet surprises from top food and beverage brands.
Whether you’re chasing the city’s next must-try dish, discovering a new favorite restaurant, or simply soaking up an afternoon surrounded by incredible food, drinks, and culinary legends, the Grand Tasting is NYCWFF at its most delicious...
Your $119 GA Ticket (a $230 Value) Includes:
The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival presented by Invesco QQQ's Website | Grand Tasting
May purchase as many vouchers as you like for personal use or for gifting.
Event runs 12:00pm-4:00pm.
Must be 21+.
Valid only for event on Sunday October 18, 2026.
