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
Saturday, March 22, 2025
DRAG SHOW BRUNCH – Presented by Hendrick's Gin
10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Food & Wine Experience is thrilled to host this new event in 2025. This Drag Show Brunch, presented by Hendrick's Gin, will take place on Saturday before the main show in the stunning Kyndred Hearth restaurant, located within the Omni Viking Lakes Hotel. Guests will enjoy a delicious buffet of brunch favorites, while being dazzled by some of the fiercest queens in the scene with a high energy performance filled with lip-syncs, comedy, and stunning looks. Whether you’re a first-timer or a longtime fan of drag, you’ll enjoy this show. Seats are limited and assigned; you will make seat selections in checkout.
Drag Show Brunch tickets include:
Mouthwatering brunch menu
Cocktails
Music & entertainment
Assigned seating
Free parking
& more!
Location: Kyndred Hearth, Omni Viking Lakes Hotel
Cost: $90.00 per person (plus tax & fees)
FOOD & WINE EXPERIENCE
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
On Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23, be our guests for the main show experience. The Omni Viking Lakes Hotel will be transformed into a food and wine mecca, featuring iconic food and beverage brands that will sample their food, wine, brews, spirits, and more. In addition, you can browse artisan products from local vendors, shop for gifts, and take part in all the activations available for a fun-filled day. There are two ticket types available for this years' experience.
Food & Wine Experience General Admission tickets include:
Unlimited food & beverage sampling
Commemorative wine tasting glass
Music & entertainment
Photo booth with take-home photo strips
& more!
Location: Omni Viking Lakes Hotel — Home of the Minnesota Vikings
Cost:
VIP: $135.00 per person (plus tax & fees)
General Admission: $100.00 per person (plus tax & fees)
Date: March 21 - 23, 2025
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