Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival|April 7-10, 2027|Tampa Bay, FL

Experience St.Pete

Wednesday, April 7, 2027
6:00 PM

Escape to St. Pete's coastal culinary scene

The 2027 Tampa Bay WFF will kick off with an escape into the urban oasis of Tampa Bay’s neighbor, ST PETERSBURG, FL, a vibrant destination that beckons with its allure. Immerse yourself in an evening of unparalleled experiences as you explore the unique culinary offerings found along the bustling streets with some excitement nearby. Select from a collection of enticing restaurants, each renowned for their innovative cuisine and warm hospitality. Prepare to be captivated by a tantalizing 4-course dining experience, expertly crafted by visionary chefs and collaborating chefs, who blend flavors and techniques to create culinary magic. Complementing the extraordinary dishes are carefully curated cocktails and wines from acclaimed national brands, ensuring an unforgettable meal that transcends expectations.

 

Birch & Vine · 5-Course Dinner
Executive Chef Steven Cady of Birch and Vine · Executive Chef Alex Chamberlain of Mei · Executive Chef Andrew Huang of Kōsen
Hamachi Crudo
Spring Asparagus
Cured Duck
Strozzapreti al Ragù
Wild Boar Shank
Cocoa Bombe
See full menu
Amuse bouche
Hamachi Crudo
Orange, Red Thai Chili, Garlic, Shiso Flower
Executive Chef Andrew Huang · Kōsen
Banfi Vintage Brut 2020 – Piemonte, Italy

Course 1
Spring Asparagus with Caviar
Asparagus, Caviar, Buttermilk Sabayon, Nasturtium Leaf
Executive Chef Alex Chamberlain · Mei
Banfi San Angelo Pinot Grigio – Toscana, Italy

Course 2
Cured Duck Breast
Pink Peppercorn, Coriander, Cane Syrup (Frogsong Farms), Daikon Fondant
Executive Chef Alex Chamberlain · Mei
Banfi Chianti Classico Riserva – Chianti Classico, Toscana, Italy

Course 3
Strozzapreti al Ragù di Funghi Selvatici
Brunello Jus, Juniper & Parmigiano Vacche Rosse
Executive Chef Steven Cady · Birch and Vine
Banfi Brunello di Montalcino – Montalcino, Toscana, Italy

Course 4
Red Wine–Braised Wild Boar Shank
Celery Root Chestnut Purée, Porcini & Cipollini, Cocoa–Ancho Gremolata, Summus Jus
Executive Chef Steven Cady · Birch and Vine
Banfi Summus – Toscana, Italy

Course 5 · Dessert
Cocoa Bombe | Vanilla + Blackberry Macaron
GF chocolate cake with cocoa glaze and cacao nibs · Vanilla macaron filled with blackberry ganache
Executive Chef Steven Cady + Pastry Chef Leisa Johnson · Birch and Vine
Wines by Banfi paired throughout

Beverage Partners

Banfi

Sponsors

Associate Sponsors

Mr. Greens

Tampa Bay Wine & Food Festival 2027