From Celebrity Chef-studded Signature Events to Exclusive Collab Dinners and Hands-on Classes, the 2026 Festival Features Greater Fort Lauderdale’s Creativity, Craftsmanship, and
Ever-growing Reputation as a Culinary Destination
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA — The Visit Lauderdale Food & Wine Festival (VLFWF) returns January 19–25, 2026, for its seventh annual celebration of culinary excellence in Greater Fort Lauderdale. This year’s festival brings together Michelin-recognized restaurants, James Beard–nominated chefs, and nationally acclaimed talent for seven days of exceptional dining, enticing local flavors, and food-and-drink-focused fun. Recognized as one of Florida’s premier epicurean events, VLFWF blends high-energy tastings, celebrity chef demonstrations, intimate collaborative dinners, and interactive food and spirit classes, capturing the excitement and innovation that define Greater Fort Lauderdale’s culinary scene.
The 2026 VLFWF features an impressive roster of national celebrity talent led by headliner Richard Blais, alongside Eddie Jackson, Nancy Fuller, Jason Smith, Clarice Lam, Ron Dimpflmaier, Remy Powell, and Dario Stephen. Together, these highly acclaimed chefs and personalities bring star power to the weeklong celebration. Joining them are the region’s top chefs, rising talents, and favorite restaurants, making the festival a true showcase of Greater Fort Lauderdale’s food and beverage community…