Join in the fun for the ‘unofficial kick-off to the summer’, a spectacular weekend of premier epicurean adventures at the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen! This leading culinary event which has been a must-visit experience for four decades consists of three incredible days of cooking demonstrations, wine & spirit tastings, and panel discussions led by world-class chefs and beverage experts.
Set against the spectacular scenery of the Rocky Mountains, guests enjoy three incredible days filled with cooking demonstrations, wine & spirits tastings, and panel discussions led by world-class chefs and beverage experts.
This year, they've elevated your Classic experience with exciting new additions based on your feedback. Get ready to master your mixology skills at hands-on cocktail classes, savor perfectly paired tasting bites at seminars, and immerse yourself in exclusive experiences. Enjoy the buzz of live podcast tapings, and explore Food & Wine branded activations in the Grand Tasting Pavilion.
• Welcome Party: Food & Wine will kick-off the weekend with an array of wines, cocktails, and a walk-around tasting prepared by the Top Chef Season 22 Finalists. This signature event will welcome renowned chefs, industry experts, members of the press, valued advertising partners, and pass holders to the 42nd F&W Classic in Aspen. We’ll have an exclusive bottle to pop together and cheers to the start of an incredible weekend!
• Tasting Tour of the Tents: Get the insiders’ tour of the Grand Tasting Pavilion, hosted by wine expert Anthony Giglio. Visit a selection of Anthony’s favorite tables in the Grand
The Food & Wine Classic in Charleston, South Carolina returns for its second year from November 14–16, 2025, offering a premier culinary experience in South Carolina’s historic city. Presented by Explore Charleston and organized in collaboration with Food & Wine, Southern Living, and Travel + Leisure, the event celebrates Charleston’s rich food culture and Southern hospitality.
Over the course of three days, attendees can enjoy more than 40 engaging events, including cooking demonstrations, wine and cocktail seminars, and tastings led by renowned chefs and beverage experts such as Emeril and EJ Lagasse, Maneet Chauhan, Gail Simmons, and local talents like Mike Lata and Carrie Morey.
A highlight of the festival is the Grand Tasting Pavilion, where guests can sample offerings from over 100 wineries, distillers, and local restaurants. Additional special events include the Southern Living Lowcountry Tailgate at The Dunlin, featuring top-tier barbecue and live music, and the Sea to Table crabbing workshop hosted by Jacqui Gifford and Tia Clark.
Three Iconic Brands, One Epic WeekendTravel + Leisure and Food & Wine present Pearls of the Coast: A Lowcountry Oyster Roast: Join Travel + Leisure and Food & Wine for an evening of oysters, fine wine, craft cocktails, and live jazz, celebrating Charleston’s rich Lowcountry tradition.
Travel + Leisure Sea to Table: Crabbing & Cooking in the Lowcountry: Experience Charleston’s coastal charm with a hands-on crabbing expedition followed by a chef-led cooking and lunch experience, hosted by Travel + Leisure.
Southern Living Lowcountry Tailgate: Immerse yourself in the ultimate Southern college football tailgate. Enjoy a perfect mix of Lowcountry traditions, exceptional Southern BBQ, and world-class cocktails in a stunning waterside location.
Enhance your culinary skills and taste Charleston’s legendary flavors with some of the country’s most beloved chefs. Sip world-class wines and elevate your beverage knowledge with tips from top wine, beer, and spirit professionals.
Enjoy two-hour Grand Tastings, four times throughout the weekend and savor endless global wines, spirits, and gourmet bites from acclaimed local restaurants, and more.
Passholders receive priority access to purchase tickets to exclusive experiences curated by the editors of Food & Wine, Travel + Leisure and Southern Living. Check back for these exclusive offerings.
GRAND TASTING ACCESS: Step into the heart of the weekend’s festivities! Enjoy four two-hour tasting sessions packed with 100+ wines, spirits, crave-worthy bites from local restaurants, acclaimed chefs, and more!
