Cheers to the 30th Annual Food & Wine Experience, hosted by Minnesota Monthly! This sensational weekend celebration promises a delightful exploration of flavor, featuring expertly curated wine selections and gourmet dishes crafted by top chefs. Immerse yourself in the world of culinary artistry as you sip, savor, and learn from renowned wine makers and more. With the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel – Home of the Minnesota Vikings providing the perfect ambiance, this event is a must for food lovers and wine enthusiasts alike. Don’t miss a chance to be part of this milestone event – get your tickets today!
2025 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Pair wines from J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines in a commemorative Cafe Latte glass, with BelGioioso cheeses.
Grab a ticket to the Drag Show Brunch, presented by Hendrick’s Gin
Sample tasty bites from the Twin Cities’ top restaurants, such as Boketto, Bullvino’s Churrascaria, The Butcher’s Tale, Café Latte, CRAVE, El Sazon, Fogo de Chão, Kyndred Hearth, Starling, The St. Paul Grill and many more!
Ogle Polestar, heating up the patio with their sleek and stylish electric cars
Take advantage of hot deals by ordering Food & Wine vendor products from Top Ten Liquors for in-store pickup after the show
Step inside the COUNTRY Financial photo booth to capture your experience, and take home a keepsake photo strip
Take part in the wine wall raffle, where daily raffles will take place giving you the chance to win 50 bottles of wine. Proceeds benefit M Health Fairview Masonic Children’s Hospital
Check out the best cannabis products on the market with Superior Molecular
Schedule
Friday, March 21, 2025
GRAND VINE TASTING
6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
The Grand Vine Tasting serves as the official kickoff to the 30th Annual Food & Wine Experience and takes place on Friday evening. This intimate, high-end wine tasting pairs fine red, white and sparkling wines with delectable bites. All wines poured at Grand Vine retail at $20+ and showcase the best from local, regional and national vineyards. These tickets sell out every year, so get them early.
Grand Wine tickets include:
Unlimited wine and food samples
Commemorative Riedel wine tasting glass
Music & entertainment
Red carpet photo wall
Free parking
And more!
Location: Valhalla Ballroom, Omni Viking Lakes Hotel
Cost: $100.00 per person (plus tax & fees)
Date: March 21 - 23, 2025
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