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Get ready to indulge in a culinary adventure at Westchester Magazine’s Wine & Food Festival, returning June 2025! This annual celebration promises a week filled with delectable dishes, exquisite wines, and unforgettable experiences. From gourmet tastings and cooking demonstrations by renowned chefs to exclusive wine pairings and interactive workshops, there’s something for every food and wine enthusiast. Mark your calendars and prepare your taste buds for an event that showcases the best of Westchester’s vibrant culinary scene. Don’t miss out on this extraordinary festival that brings together food lovers from near and far! Stay tuned for more details!
Save the Date: June 3-8, 2025
EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH APRIL 30TH!
Event Lineup
Perfect Pairings of Wine & Food with Kevin Zraly | Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Ever wonder what goes into wine and food pairing? Now is your chance to use your palette and learn the intricacies of the wines specially chosen to be paired with the creative cuisine of The Briarcliff Manor. Renowned wine expert and author Kevin Zraly leads this fine wine and delectable dining experience. A limited number of seats are available for this exclusive event.
Location: The Briarcliff Manor
Time: 6pm-9pm
Individual Ticket Price: $155
Table of 10: $1,500
* Limited Seating Available
ZWILLING Knife Skills Class | Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Sharpen your knife skills with ZWILLING! In this hands-on class, you’ll learn what makes a quality knife, which knife to use for each task and how to maintain, clean and store your knives. You’ll also practice the circular rocking motion, the chopping motion, how to dice an onion, supreme citrus fruits, mince herbs and learn how to use a flexible fish fillet knife. From brunoise to julienne, you’ll master a range of essential cutting techniques, making meal prep easier and more fun!
Location: Pleasantville, NY
Time: 6pm-7:30pm
Individual Tickets: $90 (includes a ZWILLING 4″ PRO paring knife)
* Limited Space Available
Party on the Pier | Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Westchester Magazine’s Wine & Food Festival returns to the beach! Guests will enjoy a fun-filled evening on the Playland boardwalk overlooking the beautiful Long Island Sound while enjoying samples of summer favorites from local restaurants and food trucks plus beer, wine, cocktails and live music.
Alongside all the fun and stunning waterfront views, we’re thrilled to introduce a special Tacos & Tequila component. Select restaurants will showcase their culinary creativity by serving up their very best taco creations. From traditional favorites to unique twists, you’ll have the chance to taste a variety of delicious tacos paired perfectly with tequila cocktails.
The highlight of the night will be our 7th Annual Bartender Shake-Off! This highly anticipated showdown will feature a star-studded lineup of past champions, including the Natalia Atehortua from Divino Cucina Italiana, Michael Boulos of The Raconteur Bar & Kitchen, Veronica Kallas representing ISCO, and Heather Linn of Augustine’s Salumeria and Vida. They will face off against three-time champion, Emilio Ugarte of RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen.
Location: Playland Park
Time: 6pm-9pm
EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH APRIL 30TH!
Individual Tickets: $65
Party Pack of 10 Tickets: $600
AFTER MAY 1ST:
Individual Tickets: $75
Party Pack of 10 Tickets: $700
Burger & Beer Blast | Thursday, June 5, 2025
The annual Burger & Beer Blast just keeps getting bigger, better and more delectable than ever. Westchester’s ultimate party, the Burger & Beer Blast pits 30 local restaurants in a competition to serve up the signature burger that will reign supreme. Guests get to sample, vote and proclaim the winner. With craft beer, food trucks, wine and spirits plus music, the Burger & Beer Blast is this summer’s hottest ticket.
Location: Kensico Dam Plaza
Time: 6-9:30 p.m.
EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH APRIL 30TH!
Individual Tickets: $85
Party Pack of 10 Tickets: $800
AFTER MAY 1ST:
Individual Tickets: $95
Party Pack of 10 Tickets: $900
Wine Collectors' Dinner | Friday, June 6, 2025
This is the chance for all wine connoisseurs to tap into their collections and share their most valued vintages with other wine lovers. If you were holding back a bottle waiting for the right group to share it with — now is the time to pop that cork! This luxe showcase of unique vintages, which includes a champagne reception, will be an experience for every guest to taste and share the rare vintages that other guests bring from their cellars. Guests will also enjoy a memorable one-of-a-kind dinner specially selected and prepared by Westchester’s top chef, Anthony Goncalves.
Location: Kanopi
Time: 6:30-10 p.m.
Individual Tickets: $190 plus one bottle of wine per person
Table of 10: $1,900 plus one bottle of wine per person
* Wines should have a minimum value of $200 per magnum or $100 per bottle
* Limited Seating Available
Grand Tasting Village | Saturday, June 7, 2025
The signature event of the Wine & Food Festival, the Grand Tasting Village features live Chef demos, tastings from 40+ local restaurants and more than 200 wines and spirits. Chef demonstrations and a variety of food trucks create a gastronomic delight for food and wine lovers. For those looking for something a little more personal, there is the Connoisseurs Tent. This private area features an exclusive lounge with the event’s highest quality wines along with dishes from the area’s top restaurants. Wine expert, author and educator Kevin Zraly will be leading wine seminars throughout the day focusing on the vintages being served in the Connoisseurs Tent.
Location: Kensico Dam Plaza
Time: 12-4 p.m.
EARLY BIRD PRICING THROUGH APRIL 30TH!
Tickets: $90
Party Pack of 10 Tickets: $850
Connoisseur Ticket: $140 – includes admission to the Grand Tasting Village, the exclusive Connoisseur Tent featuring rare, high-end wine and food, and reserved seating at the chef demos
*Limited tickets available for Connoisseurs Tent
AFTER MAY 1 at 9AM:
Individual Tickets:$100
Party Pack of 10 Tickets: $950
Connoisseur Ticket: $150
Boozy Brunch & Beats | Sunday, June 8, 2025
Gather your friends and family for a one-of-a-kind brunch experience! Guests will enjoy a delicious feast with bottomless mimosas, sangrias & Bloody Mary, while grooving to tunes spun by Top Notch Entertainment. Each table will have its own mimosa bar complete with ice bucket, champagne, and carafes of different juices.
Location: Hudson Prime Steakhouse
Time: 12-3 p.m.
Individual Ticket Price: $90 (gratuity included)
* Limited Seating Available
* Communal Seating for Smaller Parties
Participating Restaurants
Party on the Pier
Burger & Beer Blast
= Restaurants Using Pat LaFrieda Beef
More to be Announced!
Grand Tasting Village
List of Wines to be Poured in the Connoisseurs Tent
Forjas del Salnes “Goliardo A Telleira Blanco” 2022
Companhia de Vinhos dos Profetas e Villões “Caracol Fazendas da Areia”
Alberto Orte “Atlantida Annius” 2020
Quinta da Pellada “Tinto” 2018
Fitapreta “Chão Dos Ermitas Os Paulistas” 2020
Vizcarra “Ines” 2020
Brocard Pierre ‘Tradition’ Brut NV
Brocard Pierre ‘Bulles de Blanus’ Extra Brut 2028
Waris-Larmandier ‘Racines de Trois’ Brut NV
Christian Gosset ‘AOY’ Brut Grand Cru
Oudiette x Filles ‘Uni Terre III’ Extra Brut Blanc de Blanc
Louis Jadot Meursault 2022
Louis Jadot Pouilly Fuisse Premier Cru 2022
Louis Jadot Chassagne Montrachet 2022
Louis Jadot Beaune Premier Cru 2022
Resonance Pinot Noir Founder’s Block 2021
Resonance Vineyard Pinot Noir 2021
Col D’Orcia Brunello di Montalcino 2019
Col D’Orcia Poggio al Vento Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2016
Col D’Orcia Olmaia Cabernet Sauvignon Toscana IGT 2018
Bertani Ognisanti Di Novare Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2021
Bertani Catullo Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore 2020
Bertani Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2015
Domaine Lamy Pillot Chassagne-Montrachet Pot Bois 2022
Domaine Bzikot Puligny Montrachet Premier Cru les Folatieres 2023
Domaine Albert Grivault Meursault Premier Cru les Perrieres 2023
Domaine Gerard Seguin Gevrey Chambertin Premier Cru Craipillot 2023
Domaine Maillard Corton Renardes Grand Cru 2019
Domaine Barat Chablis Premier Cru Mont De Milieu 2023
Antinori Castello della Sala “Cervaro” 2022
Tenuta Tignanello Marchese Antinori Chianti Clasico Riserva 2021
Antinori Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Superiore 2021
Antinori Napa Valley A26 Chardonnay 2022
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Aveta Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Artemis Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Knights Bridge Pont de Chevalier Sauvignon Blanc 2022
Knights Bridge Pont de Chevalier Chardonnay 2021
Knights Bridge Haggerty Road Red Blend 2021
Knights Bridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Domaine Valeta Nebbiolo 2019
Clos de la Tech Pinot Noir Santa Cruz Mountains Estate 2018
Clos de la Tech Twisty Ridge Pinot Noir 2017
Clos de la Tech Cote Sud Pinot Noir 2017
Clos de la Tech Sunny Slope Pinot Noir 2017
List of Wines to be Poured at the Grand Tasting Village
Luca Paretti Prosecco Brut
Mouton Cadet Rouge x Pierre 2023
Juliette Rose 2024
Vie Viete Cotes de Provence Rose 2024
Mouton Cadet Sauvignon Blanc x Natha 2023
Mouton Cadet Cuvee Heritage 2022
Mary Taylor Macon-Villages 2022
Mary Taylor Abymes 2022
Mary Taylor Muscadet Sevre-et-Maine sur Lie 2023
Mary Taylor Dao Tinto 2019
Mary Taylor Coteaux de la Cabrerisse 2023
Mary Taylor Manchuela 2021
Bonterra Estate Collection Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Bonterra Estate Collection Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Bonterra Estate Collection Chardonnay 2022
Bonterra Pinot Noir 2022
Tiraki Sauvinon Blanc
Tirak Pinot Noir
Piper Sonoma Blanc de Blancs
Oberon Cabernet Sauvignon
NV Broglia Brut
Broglia Gavi di Gavi La Meirana 2023
Broglia Timorasso Derthona 2019
Speri Valpolicella Classico 2023
Speri Valpolicella Ripasso 2022
Speri Valpolicella Classico Superiore Sant’Urbano 2020
Truth Be Told Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Educated Guess Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2023
Educated Guess Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2023
Educated Guess Napa Valley Merlot 2023
Educated Guess Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Bound and Determined Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Aragosta Spumante
Aragosta Rosato
Terenzi Vermentino
Terenzi Morellino di Scansano
Fortemasso Dolcetto d’Alba
Fortemasso Langhe Nebbiolo
Bread & Butter Prosecco
Bread & Butter Pinot Grigio 2023
Bread & Butter Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Bread & Butter Chardonnay 2023
Bread & Butter Pinot Noir 2023
Bread & Butter Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
Bezel Chardonnay 2023
Bezel Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Cakebread Cellars Sauvignon Blanc
Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay 2023
Bezel Pinot Noir 2023
Castle Rock Chardonnay
Castle Rock California Cuvee Pinot Noir
Castle Rock Russian River Pinot Noir
Castle Rock Merlot
Castle Rock Columbia Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Castle Rock Lodi Zinfandel
Chateau De Berne Romance Rose
Chateau de Berne Inspiration
Ultimate Provence
Maris Blanc (Organic)
Maris Rare Orange Wine
Chateau Maris La Touge
Maris Chardonnay
Kentia Albariño 2023
Shaya Organic Verdejo 2023
Atteca Old Vine Garnacha 2022
Juan Gil Silver Label Organic Monastrell 2022
Juan GIl Red Blend 2021
Tridente Tempranillo 2020
Heron Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Heron Chardonnay 2023
Heron Pinot Noir 2023
Heron Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Laely Rutherford, Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
Ridge Grenache Blanc Paso Robles 2023
Ridge Three Valleys Sonoma 2022
Ridge Lytton Springs Dry Creek 2022
Ridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Cruz 2022
Kith & Kin Chardonnay (by Round Pond) Russian River 2022
Round Pond Sauvignon Blanc Rutherford 2023
Round Pond Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford 2021
Round Pond Louis Bovet Cabernet Sauvignon Rutherford 2021
Maddalena Chardonnay 2022
San Simeon Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Maddalena Rose 2023
San Simeon Pinot Noir 2022
San Simeon Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Opaque Darkness Red 2019
Riva De La Rosa Vermentino Toscana 2023
Riva De La Rosa Verdicchio 2022
Rivetti Nebbiollo 2021
Etneide Etna Rosso 2017
Etneide Bianco 2023
Rivetti Barolo 2018
Carpineto Brunello di Montalcino 2019
Carpineto Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2017
Carpineto Chianti Classico Riserva 2019
Carpineto Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2020
Carpineto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2019
Carpineto Farnito Cabernet Sauvignon Cabernet Sauvignon 2019
Cesari Centofilari Bianco Garda DOC
Cesari Valpolicella Classico 2022
Cesari Bosan Ripasso
Cesari Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2020
Cesari Amarone della Valpolicella Bosan 2013
Domaine du Granit Beaujolais-Villages Blanc 2022
Domaine de la Croix Barraud (Domaine du Granit) Chenas 2022
Domaine du Granit Moulin-a-Vent 2020
Domaine Dujardin Bouzeron La Tournelle 2021
Domaine Dujardin Monthelie La Combe Danay 2022
Domaine Dujardin Pinot Noir Chasne 2022
Sonoma Cutrer Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2023
Sonoma Cutrer Rose Pinot Noir Russian River 2023
Kosta Browne One SIxteen Chardonnay 2021
Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Decoy Pinot Noir 2022
Duckhorn Cabernet Sauvignon 2021
Decoy Featherweight Chardonnay 2023
Decoy Limited Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Le Monde Cabernet Franc
Le Monde Friuli Pinot Grigio
Le Monde Pinot Nero Sparkling Rose
Marrone Arneis
Marrone Nebbiolo
Marrone Barolo
Canella Bellini
Canella Granriviera Mimosa
Mastroberardino Lacryma Christi bianco
Mastroberardino Falanghina del sonnio
Mastroberardino Irpinia Aglianico
Gassier Côtes de Provence Rosé 2024
Ippolito Ciro Mare Chiaro Bianco 2023
Ippolito Ciro Mabilia Rose 2023
Ippolito Ciro Classico Superiore Liber Pater Rosso 2022
Firriato Etna Bianco Le Sabbie Dell’Etna 2023
Firriato Rosato Le Sabbie Dell’Etna 2023
Firriato Etna Rosso Le Sabbie Dell’Etna 2021
Bedrock Sauvignon Blanc Sonoma Valley 2024
Bedrock Rose Ode to Lulu Sonoma Valley 2024
Bedrock Zinfandel Old Vines California 2022
Arnot-Roberts Chardonnay Watson Ranch Napa 2023
Arnot-Roberts Trousseau North Coast 2023
Arnot-Roberts Red Wine California 2022
Cloudy Bay Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Rock Angel Rose by Whisering Angel
Veuve Clicquot Brut NV
Veuve Clicquot Rich On Ice
Chandon Garden Spritz Brut
Terrazas Reserva Mablec
Cora Pinot Grigio 2024
Cora Rosato 2024
Cora Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2022
Bacchus Chardonay 2023
Bacchus Pinot Noir 2023
Cacchus Cabernet Sauvignon 2023
Côte Mas Sauvignon Vernentino 2024
Côte Mas Orange 2024
Côte Mas Rose Aciore 2024
Côte Mas Syah Crenache 2023
Rose D’Azur Rose 2023
Santi Infinito Rose 2024
Pascal Jolivet Sancerre 2023
Kato Sauvignon Blanc 2023
Famille Vincent Pouilly Fuisse 2022
Hugel Riesling 2023
Roseblood Rose 2024
Guigal Cotes du Rhone 2021
Domaine d’Aussieres 2Rouge 2023
Domaine d’Aussieres Blanc 2023
Chateau Recougne Bordeaux Superieur Rouge 2021
H and B Coteaux d’Aix-en-Provence Organic Rose 2023
H and B Languedoc Organic Rose 2023
H and B Organic Picpoul Chardonnay 2022
Famille Perrin Cote du Rhone Reserve Blanc 2023
Famille Perrin Cote du Rhone Reserve Rouge 2022
Famille Perrin Vinsobre Les Cornuds 2020
More to be Announced!
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Personalities
David Burke
Chef David Burke
Bio
Chef David Burke is a leading restaurateur and the creative behind Red Horse by David Burke in White Plains.
Tony Capasso
Tony's at the J House
Bio
Tony Capasso, a Yonkers native is the Managing Partner of "Tony's at the J House in Greenwich, CT. Tony first made his mark within the Greenwich fine dining scene at the popular Valbella. In 2010, after 18 years at Valbella, Tony Capasso went on to open the stylish Gabriele’s Italian Steakhouse, where he took on the role of managing partner. In 2019 he opened Tony's at the J House and it has been a huge success! Tony is known as the Trivia Guy, a man of thousand questions. He eats fast, walks fast, and talks fast! Executive Chef Gary Volkov brings more than 25 years of exceptional culinary experience to the renowned Italian steakhouse, which also features a sushi menu. He is a graduate of the prestigious French Culinary Institute and is well-versed in Russian, Contemporary.
Oscar Flores
Anthony Gonçalves
Bio
The best way to get to know Anthony is through his food. Every dish he serves is a celebration of the finest locally and globally sourced ingredients, and the heritage behind them. He is fueled by his connections to Portugal; to it's history, artisans, products and people.
He orchestrates the Kanopi experience through cooking with intention, focus, love, and the endless support of the team. Many of the team-members working with Anthony today have been by his side for over 16 years and have garnered “Excellent” reviews from the likes of the New York Times. Anthony is honored to have been a Semi-Finalist for the James Beard Foundation Annual Awards as Best Chef: New York State.
Ereka Vetrini
Bio
Ereka Vetrini is a charismatic television host, producer, and digital creator with a passion for food, lifestyle, and storytelling. She first captured national attention as a finalist on NBC’s The Apprentice and quickly transitioned into a successful career as a TV personality. She has served as a host and correspondent for major networks including NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, and Discovery, appearing on shows such as The Today Show, The Dr. Oz Show, The Kitchen, The Chew, and The Rachael Ray Show.
Beyond television, Ereka has built a thriving digital presence, sharing engaging food, lifestyle, and family content across social media. With an expertise for making gourmet cooking approachable and a deep appreciation for culinary traditions, her content inspires food lovers and home chefs alike. She collaborates with top brands and chefs, bringing their stories to life through her energetic hosting style and authentic connection with audiences.
A proud first-generation Italian-American, Ereka’s love for food is deeply rooted in family traditions and cultural heritage. With her signature warmth, expertise, and engaging presence, she effortlessly connects with audiences and brings stories to life with authenticity and charm.
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FAQ
When is the 2025 Wine & Food Festival?
This year’s Wine & Food Festival will take place June 2, 2025 – June 8, 2025.
Where is the festival being held?
This week-long festival takes place at various locations throughout Westchester County.
Please see our complete event lineup for details.
Will there be parking available?
Yes, there is free parking on site. Guests may be asked to park at an overflow lot, in which case a
shuttle bus will take you to the main entrance. Please follow the signs and directions of our staff.
How can I purchase tickets?
Tickets can be purchased online here
or at the venue on the day of the event, subject to availability
Is all food and drink included in the ticket price?
Yes, tickets are all-inclusive of all food and beverages at the event.
Where can I find my ticket?
Tickets can be found on your confirmation email and receipt.
How do I show my tickets?
Digital tickets will need to be presented on your smartphone.
Tickets may also be printed at home and brought with you the day of the event.
Tickets are scanned and taken at the door in exchange for a wristband.
No one will be admitted without a ticket.
Do you allow re-entry?
Yes, you may leave and return as often as you like once you receive your wristband.
What is your refund policy?
All ticket sales are final. We do not offer refunds or exchanges.
Tickets are transferable, the name on the ticket does not have to match the name of the ticket holder.
Is there an age limit or an ID requirement to enter the event?
Anyone attending this event must be 21 and older. ID is required.
What about weather? What if it rains?
All events are rain or shine. All tickets are final sale.
We cannot provide refunds, cancellations or rain checks due to weather conditions.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed unless they are a service animal.
How do I become a Wine & Food Festival sponsor?
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