Miami Beach hosts major culinary and seafood festivals

Miami Beach is hosting significant culinary events, including the 14th annual South Beach Seafood Festival and the South Beach Wine and Food Festival.

The South Beach Seafood Festival, held from October 21–24, features over 60 chefs and more than 40 restaurants. The event includes private dinners, bartender battles, and a Chef Showdown where 20 chefs compete, alongside a Seafood Slam. Participating establishments, such as Smith & Wollensky, showcase a variety of local Florida seafood and national staples.

The South Beach Wine and Food Festival (SOBEWFF®) is a four-day event scheduled for February 22–25, 2024. It showcases renowned chefs and producers of wine and spirits. All net proceeds from the festival benefit the Florida International University Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management to support the education of future industry leaders.