News Summary
Savannah is gearing up for the Hostess City Food and Wine Fest, taking place at Eastern Wharf. The festival will feature a Grand Tasting Event with over 45 vendors and signature beverages. Guests can also enjoy a VIP Night with exclusive tastings and a live performance. Tickets are available for general admission and VIP experiences, with a portion of sales going to a local nonprofit. The event promises to showcase Savannah’s culinary delights and cultural spirit.
Savannah is set to host the inaugural Hostess City Food and Wine Fest on November 7 and 8, 2025, at Eastern Wharf, which offers scenic views of the Savannah River. The festival, organized by Erica Baskin, Director of Events at Connect Savannah Events, promises to celebrate the city’s dynamic culinary scene and local beverage offerings.
The highlight of the festival will be a Grand Tasting Event on Saturday, November 8, from 3 to 6 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample unlimited tastings from over 45 acclaimed vendors, including popular restaurants such as:
- Husk
- Local 11ten/Sela
- Ardsley Station
- Common Restaurant
- Zunzi’s
- Jim ‘N Nicks Bar-B-Q
- Churchills
- Savannah Tap House
- Perry Lane
- Rhett at The Alida
- A Taco Affair
- Nothing Bundt Cakes
In addition to the food, guests can enjoy signature beverages provided by partners including:
- Savannah Wine Institute
- Tito’s Handmade Vodka
- INSÓLITO Tequila
- Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Blackberry
- Miner Family Wines
- Archer Roose
The event also features a prominent beverage retailer, Johnny Ganem’s Wine & Package Shop. As part of the tasting experiences, acclaimed Sommelier Caleb Poppell will lead guided wine tastings throughout the festival.
For those seeking an exclusive experience, a VIP Night event will be hosted on Friday, November 7, from 7 to 9 p.m. This evening will include early tastings and a private acoustic performance by Brian Bazemore. Tickets for the VIP Night are priced at $150 per person.
General admission for the Grand Tasting is $99, while VIP tickets are available for $150. For the ultimate experience, festival-goers can purchase Weekend VIP Experience tickets for $275. Festival attendees can also take advantage of discounted guest room rates of up to 30% at Thompson Savannah from November 6 to 9.
A portion of every ticket sold will support Gilliard & Co., a local nonprofit focused on aiding youth aging out of Georgia’s foster care system. The festival’s sponsors include Land Rover Hilton Head, Royal Restrooms, Eastern Wharf, Tito’s, among others.
The festival is open exclusively to adults aged 21 and older. Certain items including pets, glassware, weapons, firearms, smoking, and vaping are prohibited on premises. The event will proceed regardless of weather conditions as it occurs rain or shine.
Offering a unique blend of culinary delights and local culture, the Hostess City Food and Wine Fest aims to become a signature event in Savannah’s vibrant calendar, inviting food and drink enthusiasts to experience the flavors and spirit of the Hostess City.
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Additional Resources
- Grice Connect
- Wikipedia: Savannah, Georgia
- Savannah Business Journal
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Food
- WTOC
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