News Summary
Savannah will welcome the inaugural Hostess City Food and Wine Fest on November 7-8 at Eastern Wharf, featuring a Grand Tasting Event with over 45 vendors. The festival celebrates Savannah’s unique culinary scene and includes tastings from renowned restaurants and beverage brands. Tickets are now available, with a portion of the sales supporting a local nonprofit. Accommodations at The Thompson Savannah Hotel offer discounts for festival-goers, promising a memorable experience for foodies and wine enthusiasts alike.
Savannah is set to host the inaugural 2025 Hostess City Food and Wine Fest on November 7-8, 2025, at Eastern Wharf, offering a scenic view overlooking the Savannah River. Organized by Erica Baskin, the Director of Events at Connect Savannah Events, the festival aims to highlight the unique culinary flavors and charm of Savannah, catering to foodies, wine enthusiasts, and those seeking a delightful atmosphere.
The festival features a significant highlight on Saturday, November 8, with a Grand Tasting Event running from 3 to 6 p.m. This event will provide unlimited tastings from over 45 acclaimed vendors. Participating restaurants include well-known names such as Husk, Local 11ten/Sela, Ardsley Station, and Jim ‘N Nicks Bar-B-Q, among others. Guests can also enjoy dishes from Savannah Tap House, Perry Lane, Rhett at The Alida, and Nico Angelo’s Italiano, offering a rich diversity of flavors.
On the beverage side, the festival will feature partnerships with local distributors including the Savannah Wine Institute and Savannah Distributing. Notable beverage brands such as Tito’s Handmade Vodka, INSÓLITO Tequila, and The Prisoner Wine Company will also be present. Johnny Ganem’s Wine & Package Shop will serve as a featured beverage retailer, while acclaimed sommelier Caleb Poppell is scheduled to conduct guided wine tastings on both festival days.
Tickets for the festival are available for purchase, with VIP Night on Friday, November 7, priced at $150 per person. This exclusive event will run from 7 to 9 p.m., featuring early chef’s tastings and a private acoustic performance by local singer-songwriter Brian Bazemore. For the Grand Tasting Event on Saturday, general admission tickets are priced at $99, with $150 for Saturday VIP access, which includes exclusive entry to an elevated VIP Lounge. A Weekend VIP Experience package is available for $275. A portion of all ticket sales will be donated to Gilliard & Co., a nonprofit organization supporting youth aging out of Georgia’s foster care system.
The festival is designated for adults aged 21 and older and will proceed rain or shine. Attendees are advised that pets, glass, weapons, firearms, smoking, or vaping are prohibited on the premises.
For those planning to attend from out of town, The Thompson Savannah Hotel is offering discounts of up to 30% for stays directly during the festival, along with access to an unofficial after-party.
This inaugural event seeks to bring together culinary enthusiasts and local vendors, enhancing Savannah’s reputation as a vibrant culinary destination. The festival promises to be a gathering that celebrates the rich flavors and community spirit of Coastal Georgia.
Tickets and more information can be found at events.connectsavannah.com.
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Additional Resources
- Grice Connect
- Eat It and Like It
- WTOC
- Connect Savannah
- AJC
- Wikipedia: Savannah, Georgia
- Google Search: Hostess City Food and Wine Fest
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Food Festivals
- Google News: Hostess City Food and Wine Fest
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