The 2025 Hostess City Food and Wine Fest Savannah

Don’t miss Savannah’s newest signature celebration of food, wine and Southern hospitality, the Hostess City Food and Wine Fest on Friday, November 7 and Saturday, November 8.

Festival activities overlook the Savannah River at Eastern Wharf. An exciting line-up of top chefs, restaurants and beverage partners will be featured at the inaugural festival. Attendees will enjoy a Grand Tasting Event on November 8, from 3-6 p.m.  This includes unlimited tastings from more than 45 acclaimed vendors.

In addition, the 2025 Hostess City Food and Wine Fest will feature signature sips from beverage retailers. A highlight of the weekend will be guided wine tastings by acclaimed Sommelier Caleb Poppell with Slea/Daniel Reed Hospitality, showcasing his world-class wine expertise on November 7 and 8. Poppell has spent more than a decade in the food and beverage industry honing his craft as the Director of Operations for Daniel Reed Hospitality, which includes popular local restaurants, including Perch, Public Kitchen & Bar, Artillery, Franklin’s, Soho South and Local11Ten. He recently passed the challenging Advanced Sommelier exam and is currently pursuing the prestigious title of Master Sommelier.

Set along the Savannah River, the 2025 Hostess City Food and Wine Fest will offer two days of delicious experiences at Eastern Wharf:

• VIP NIGHT
  Friday, November 7 | 7-9 p.m.
  >Curated by Ardsley Station, this intimate evening will feature early chef’s tastings, specialty cocktails and a private acoustic performance by local singer-songwriter Brian Bazemore.
  $150/person
• GRAND TASTING EVENT
  Saturday, November 8 | 3-6 p.m.
  >This all-inclusive afternoon will offer something to satisfy every craving with unlimited bites and sips from Savannah’s most beloved restaurants, chefs and beverage brands. Live music will be provided by Lyn Avenue featuring CC Witt, showcasing high-energy, Southern-inspired Americana at its finest. VIP ticket holders can elevate their experience with exclusive access to a VIP Lounge, featuring award-winning food, premium pours, chef-driven bites and exceptional hospitality in a private setting.
  $99 General Admission | $150 Saturday VIP | $275 Weekend VIP Experience

The Thompson Savannah at Eastern Wharf will offer discounts up to 30% off guest rooms from November 6-9.  The unofficial After Party and Bar Julian at Thompson Savannah on November 8 included.

A portion of the proceeds from every ticket sold will be donated to Gilliard & Co.

A Savannah-based nonprofit organization, Gilliard & Co., supports youth who are aging out of Georgia’s foster care system. Founded by a former foster youth, Gilliard & Co. serves as a pillar of support for ages 18-21 years old. It creates positive change through transitional housing, trauma intervention, mentorship and career development.

The 2025 Hostess City Food and Wine Fest Savannah is open to adults 21 and older. This is a rain-or-shine event. No pets, glass, weapons, firearms, smoking or vaping allowed.

For more information about the Hostess City Food and Wine Fest and to purchase tickets, click HERE.

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