Discover five compelling reasons to attend the Paso Wine Fest in picturesque Paso Robles, CA, since you love the San Diego Bay Wine & Food Festival.
For over 40 years, Paso Wine Fest has been the premier showcase for Paso Robles wine. This year’s four-day celebration takes place May 16-19 and features over 100 wineries, winemaker dinners, a celebrity chef cooking competition, a sparkling wine celebration and so much more. Here are five reasons you don’t want to miss these four days of wine and food events.
Savor Michelin Guide Recommended Dining
Start your Paso Wine experience on Thursday, May 16with a winemaker dinner at the Michelin Guide Recommended The Hatch Rotisserie and Wine Bar. Dine with winemakers from Ulloa Cellars, Cairjn Wine Cellars, and Rockbound Cellars as they talkabout their wines, which will be expertly paired with the wood-fired comfort food dishes that The Hatch is known for.
Be the First to Experience Chef Tyler Florence’s New Live-Fire Cooking Competition and Barbecue
Williams Sonoma and Celebrity Chef Tyler Florence are launching their new Masters of Fire Tour presented by Williams Sonoma at Paso Wine Fest! This live fire food and grilling event combines the culinary skills of Tyler Florence and local live fire masters alongside some of the best wines from the Paso Robles Wine Country. Tickets to the Friday, May 17 event include all-you-can-eat BBQ, Paso wines, plus a signed copy of Tyler’s new cookbook, American Grill. Competing chefs include:
- Chef Jeffry Wiesinger – Jeffry’s Wine Country BBQ
- Chef Justin Kingsley Hall – The Hatch Rotisserie & Bar
- Chef Justin Monson – Oak & Vine at Templeton
- Chef Saree Musick – The Restaurant at JUSTIN
- Chef Spencer Johnston – DAOU Family Estates
Sample their culinary creations and cast your vote to determine the winner of Masters of Fire Paso Robles! The winning chef gets a cash prize and the chance to advance to the national competition. Plus, a Food Network production crew will be onsite to film a pilot for a potential Masters of Fire TV series!
Taste from 100+ Wineries All in One Place
Over 100 wineries will come together at the Paso Robles Event Center to share their wines during the marquee Grand Tasting on Saturday, May 18. Distinguished chefs from Etto Pasta Bar, Il Cortile Ristorante, In Bloom, Paso Robles Wine Merchant, and The Hatch Rotisserie and Wine Bar are serving up delicious and complimentary culinary bites – the perfect enhancement to your tasting experience – all included with your ticket! Artisan vendors will be showcasing their wares and local craft distillers will be sampling their finest grape-based spirits. It’s the perfect place to get a taste of Paso Robles wine country.
Wine Down with Brunchtime Bubbles
After a busy day at the Saturday Grand Tasting, start your morning on Sunday, May 19 with brunchtime bubbles at Sparkling Paso. Taste limited-production sparkling wines from Le Vigne Winery, and Paris Valley Road Estate Winery perfectly paired with gourmet culinary offerings. Then continue your Paso Wine experience at individual winery events throughout the region.
Four Days of Incredible Wine and Food Only a Short Drive Away
Paso Robles is located halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, making it the perfect long weekend destination. Whether you drive or fly direct to San Luis Obispo, there’s no better time to visit Paso Robles wine country than during Paso Wine Fest!
Learn more about all the Paso Wine fest events at https://pasowine.com/winefest/.
