The South Beach Wine & Food Festival® (SOBEWFF®) will once again spotlight the rich culinary traditions of the African Diaspora with the return of Chef JJ Johnson’s signature event, The Cookout. Set for Saturday, February 22, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Eden Roc Miami Beach, this year’s gathering promises a celebration of flavors, culture, and community.
Co-hosted by Johnson and media personality Angela Yee, host of Way Up with Angela Yee and former co-host of The Breakfast Club, The Cookout will feature a lineup of 12 esteemed chefs from across the country. Each chef will present a signature dish highlighting the diverse and bold flavors of African American and Caribbean cuisine. Attendees can expect a vibrant atmosphere, complemented by music from internationally acclaimed DJ Too Much, who will provide a soundtrack of soulful rhythms throughout the event.
“The Cookout is a gathering place—it’s not a barbecue,” said Chef JJ Johnson, founder of FIELDTRIP in New York City, in a press release. “It is where the culinary traditions of Black and Caribbean America come to life. At The Cookout at SOBEWFF, you will experience the robust rhythms and flavors of South Florida culture. It will be one of the best events you can attend all weekend!”
The outdoor event, set against the picturesque poolside backdrop of the Eden Roc, will bring together food lovers and culture enthusiasts alike for an immersive tasting experience.
Featured Chefs:
- Chef Taneisha Bernal (T Cooks with Flave, Atlanta, GA)
- Chef Jorian Blair (Dukanoo, Miami, FL)
- Chef Kia (Kia Cooks, Orlando, FL)
- Chef O’Neil Blake (Eden Roc, Miami Beach, FL)
- Joel Franklin (Phuse Ice Cream, Plantation, FL)
- Chef JJ Johnson (FIELDTRIP, New York, NY)
- Chef Travis Reece (Chef Reece Kitchen, Davie, FL)
- Chef Michael Reed (Poppy & Seed/Poppy + Rose, Los Angeles, CA)
- Chef Daren Reid (PurpleLit Oyster Company, Miami, FL)
- Chef Hugh Sinclair (Chef Irie Spice, Fort Lauderdale, FL)
- Chef Christopher Walker (Dub & Grub, Miami Gardens, FL)
- Chef Manny Washington (Chef Manny FD, Orlando, FL)
Tickets & Event Details
Tickets for The Cookout are available now for $175, which includes unlimited food and beverage. Guests are encouraged to wear stylish casual attire for the outdoor beachside event. For more information and ticket purchases, visit sobewff.org/cookout.
About the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival® Presented by Capital One
EAT. DRINK. EDUCATE. 100% of net proceeds benefit the students at the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University who also assist Festival organizers with sponsorship fulfillment, restaurant and exhibitor recruitment, logistics, and inventory as well as working alongside some of the world’s greatest celebrity chefs and winemakers. To date, SOBEWFF® has raised more than $40 million for the School.
The South Beach Wine & Food Festival® is produced by Florida International University and Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, with the support of the Miami Beach Visitors & Convention Authority and the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs. For more information about the Festival, visit sobewff.org or call 866.271.8540. For more information about Florida International University visit fiu.edu, for the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management visit hospitality.fiu.edu and for more information about Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits visit southernglazers.com.
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