San Diego Food and Wine Festival - Grand Fiesta

The Grand Fiesta is the unforgettable finale of the San Diego Food + Wine Festival! Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of the rich cross-border culinary and cultural influence of Latin America on Southern California, featuring award-winning chefs creating world class cuisine, exceptional wines, craft beer, traditional and unique spirits of Mexico, and breathtaking, larger-than-life art installations.

Celebrate with Bocuse d’Or Team Mexico and taste their world-class culinary expertise in action. These renowned chefs bring an elevated experience as we help them on the road to Lyon for the world competition. Stroll through the park filled with engaging experiences, savoring expertly crafted dishes from top chefs across San Diego, Southern California, and Baja. Enjoy captivating live music, engage in cultural conversations, and attend demonstrations that delve into the fascinating world of Mexican spirits and traditional culinary dishes.

Taco Tko - They cook. You Vote.

San Diego’s original mouthwatering battle for the title of Most Awesome Taco is on! Your challenge, should you choose to accept it: Put your tastebuds to the test, tasting through dozens of tacos from the greatest chefs in the region! Cast your vote to determine which taco will take home top honors in our annual Taco TKO competition.

Join fellow attendees and a panel of esteemed judges to vote who to crown the taco champion. With up to $3000 in cash and an ad package with Edible San Diego on the line for the winning chef, you’ll want to be there to cheer on your favorite taco and savor every bite of the fierce competition!

Ready for our best year ever?

With more than 300 brands participating throughout the week, the 2024 San Diego Food + Wine Festival is destined to be the biggest and most spectacular in our 20 year history.

Entry Times:

VIP + Early Entry: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
General Admission: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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