The USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience returns to High Street in Phoenix on Saturday, Nov. 8. The annual event offers unlimited food and drink samples from both local restaurants and national brands, wineries, distilleries and breweries, along with mixology classes and a culinary stage where chefs will share tips and tricks.
Mixology classes, included with the ticket, are scheduled take place at the bottom of each hour throughout the event. Participation will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Space is limited. You can reserve your time slot at the Cocktail Classroom.
At the Culinary Stage, attendees can watch chefs do everything from prep to plate, while picking up tips, tricks and ideas. Here’s what else to expect at the 2025 Wine & Food Experience.
Culinary booths at the Wine & Food Experience in Phoenix
Both local restaurants and national chains will be dishing up bites. Here’s a look at a few of the participants:
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Humble Oysters and Bubbles
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Sapphire & Slate By Nik Fields
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Mrs. Chicken & Mr. Custard
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Frasher’s Steakhouse & BBQ
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SaltRock Restaurant at Amara Resort & Spa
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Beverage booths at the Wine & Food Experience in Phoenix
Both local and national producers will pour sips. Here’s a look at a few of the participants:
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Willamette Valley Vineyards
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El Bandido Yankee Tequila
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Modelo Spiked Aguas Frescas
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Desert Diamond Casinos (pouring craft beer)
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Rancho La Gloria Margaritas
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Ketel One Botanical Vodka Spritz
2025 Wine & Food Experience in Phoenix
General admission includes standard entry to the USA TODAY Wine & Food Experience at 1:00 p.m., a tasting cup, all food and beverage samples, access to mixology classes and chef demos.
Attendees must be 21 or older with a valid ID at entry. Children, including infants, are not permitted in any capacity, including those in a carrier or stroller. IDs will be verified, and if security cannot verify age, entry will be denied.
When: November 8, 2025, 1-4 p.m.
Where: High Street, 5415 E. High St., Phoenix.
Price: $65 (price increase to $75 on Nov. 8).
Tickets: ventures.enmotive.com/events/register/usa-today-wine-food-experience-phoenix-az-2025.
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Felicia Campbell is the deputy features editor at The Arizona Republic, USA TODAY Network West. Reach her at felicia.campbell@azcentral.com.
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