The South Beach Wine & Food Festival marked its 25th anniversary in unforgettable fashion last night, launching its milestone year with a high-energy celebration under the stars on South Beach hosted by LIV Beach.
For the first time ever, the Festival’s iconic Grand Tasting Village courtyard transformed into an electrifying open-air stage. Headlining the historic kickoff was multi-Grammy-winning producer Diplo, who delivered a set that had the crowd moving from the first beat to the final drop. His catalog — featuring hits made famous alongside Justin Bieber, Skrillex, Dua Lipa, and Morgan Wallen — provided the perfect soundtrack for the landmark celebration.
Miami hospitality visionary David Grutman helped set the tone for the evening, elevating the Festival’s signature venue into a dynamic after-dark experience that reimagined its crown jewel space in bold new fashion.
Between sets, guests escaped to the Goldbelly Chill Lounge, where founders Joe Ariel and Vanessa Ariel curated a selection of America’s most sought-after ice creams. Top-shelf cocktails and late-night bites kept spirits high as ocean breezes and pulsing beats carried the celebration well into the night.
Fueled by music, flavor, and unmistakable Festival energy, the 25th anniversary launch delivered a vibrant and electrifying start to what promises to be a landmark year for South Beach’s most celebrated culinary event. Our coverage brought to you by Moët Hennessy
