Food & Wine Events
By Alison J. Stein, About.com Guide
Whether you're interested in the gastronomy scene in a particular region, a certain type of food or drink, or getting a chance to rub shoulders with fellow foodies (and often celebrity chefs!), here's where you'll find a food event that's right for you.
- Food & Wine Events Calendars, 2012-2013
- Booze Events: Beer, Wine and Cocktails
- Your Questions, Answered!
- Unique Food Experiences
Food & Wine Events Calendars, 2012-2013

From grand tastings to local food events focusing on one key ingredient, here's where you'll find the food event that's right for you.
- Annual Culinary Events Calendar 2012-2013
- The Best Spring Food Festivals, 2012
- The Best Spring Wine Festivals, 2012
- Culinary Events: January
- Culinary Events: February
- Culinary Events: March
- Culinary Events: April
- Culinary Events: May
- Culinary Events: June
- Culinary Events: July
- Culinary Events: August
- Labor Day Culinary Events
- Culinary Events: September
- Culinary Events: October
- Culinary Events: November
- Culinary Events: December
- What's Your Favorite Food Festival or Wine Tasting Event?
Booze Events: Beer, Wine and Cocktails

Wherever your travels take you, and whether you prefer beer, wine or cocktails, there's an event that's calling your name...
- The Best Wine Festivals
- How to Taste Wine
- Beer Festival Calendar: Beer and Ale Events
- Beer Festival Survival Guide
- Cocktail Calendar: Mixology Seminars, Cocktail Competitions and More
Your Questions, Answered!

There's lots to know before you go, and no such thing as a stupid question here. Check out these guides to find answers to the culinary travel questions you were afraid to ask.
- What are Michelin Stars, AAA Diamonds, Yelp Reviews?
- How Much Should I Tip at a Restaurant?
- How Do I Order Wine at a Restaurant?
- How Do I Match Wine with My Meal?
- What's the Right Way to Taste Beer?
- What is a Cocktail?
- What's 'High Tea'?
- What's That Cooking Term on the Menu?
- What's That Strange Ingredient on the Menu?
- How Do I Pronounce that Foreign Word on the Menu?
- What is Restaurant Week?
Unique Food Experiences

A food event doesn't have to mean big crowds -- check out these smaller food-focused events that you can experience on your own, or with a small group of friends.
