South Beach Wine & Food Festival Is The Perfect NYC Winter Getaway To Eat, Drink & Escape

When winter settles in New York City, the desire to trade heavy coats for sunshine becomes irresistible. That is why we pack our bags and head to Miami for the annual Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF). It is a star-studded, four-day culinary destination extravaganza that feels tailor-made for New Yorkers seeking the Best NYC winter getaway.

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South Beach Wine & Food Festival Is The Perfect NYC Winter Getaway To Eat, Drink & Escape

This year, celebrating 25 years of helping to EAT. DRINK. EDUCATE., SOBEWFF returns to Miami Beach, Florida February 19–22, 2026, offering the perfect combination of warmth, culture, and world-class cuisine, just a short flight from NYC. While many New Yorkers craving sun, flavor and unforgettable experiences flock internationally during cold weather months, SOBEWFF delivers everything a winter escape should be without leaving the US. Involving beachside events, vibrant food, wine and spirits, with a high-energy meets luxe festival atmosphere, makes this a true destination experience in under three hours.

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The Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival is one of the most celebrated culinary events in the country drawing top talent from around the world. It offers access to happenings that go beyond a typical NYC winter getaway. Featuring renowned chefs, and culinary personalities, world-class wine and spirits, beachfront tastings and immersive food experiences and not to mention, exclusive dinners and late night parties that sell out quickly. The best part of the experience is knowing this a festival with a purpose. All net proceeds benefit the Florida International University Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management, supporting education and future leaders in hospitality.

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Spanning four unforgettable days, the festival transforms Miami Beach, and surrounding neighborhoods into a culinary playground. From an epic Burger Bash, a grand tasting village featuring top brands, an Asian Night Market, to a fascinating wine discovery, soul-stirring brunch, and Eats and Beats, SOBEWFF offers a fun-filled package paired with beachside relaxation.

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So if you are planning where to travel this winter, book a flight, but make it warm, make it delicious, and make it unforgettable with SOBEWFF, the best NYC winter getaway. For more information and to purchase tickets click here.