12 December 11-17, 2025 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES | MUSIC | CAFE | CULTURE | NIGHT+DAY | NEWS | LETTERS | CONTENTS | Month XX–Month XX, 2008 miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | MUSIC | CAFE | FILM | ART | STAGE | NIGHT+DAY | METRO | RIPTIDE | LETTERS | CONTENTS | that capture the evolving energy of Miami’s din- ing scene.” For this milestone, the festival that has built its legacy as a true culinary experience recognized around the country is returning bigger and better. The lineup features more than 500 chefs, culinary icons, and Grammy award-winning artists for a celebration spanning from Miami Beach to Fort Lauderdale and Homestead. Below are new and signature events foodies can already secure tickets for: New This Year SOBEWFF Kick-Off Party, featuring a live per- formance by Diplo on Thursday, February 19, marks the first time the Festival will activate the Grand Tasting Village Courtyard late-night Dinner at the Museum with Food Network Stars hosted by Bryan Voltaggio, Michael Voltaggio, Brooke Williamson, Zac Young, and Peyton Leffin- gwell at Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science as part of the New York Times Dinner Series Haute Potato hosted by Foodgod Jonathan Cheban, a new addition to The Hangar Event Se- ries in Coconut Grove on Friday, February 20 Let Us Eat Cake! A Sweet Celebration of 25 Years hosted by Duff Goldman at the National Hotel on Friday, February 20 Las Lap Link Up: A Celebration of Afro-Carib- bean Cuisine hosted by Kwame Onwuachi and Nina Compton on Friday, February 20 at the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel Chew on This: A Live Podcast series presented by iHeart Radio, featuring Bert Kreischer, Chiquis Rivera, Medha Gandhi, and Andrew Pugliese from Elvis Duran and the Morning Show, at the Miami Beach Bandshell on Saturday, February 21 Eats & Beats hosted by Mr.Eats305 on Satur- day, February 21, at ZeyZey Late Night Pizza Party sponsored by Lucci Lambrusco hosted by Ashley Graham, Michael Pi- rolo, and Marc Vetri on Saturday, February 21 at Bar Bucce Coffee Culture: A Miami Brunch Experience, will feature the best coffee and matcha spots in Miami, presented by Violife, hosted by David Burtka and Neil Patrick Harris on Sunday, February 22 Family BBQ with the Zakarians hosted by The Zakarian Family, Family BBQ featuring Apocalypse BBQ will be a relaxed afternoon celebrating the art of BBQ and family-style din- ner at the Loews Miami Beach Hotel on Sunday, February 22 25 Years of Legendary Bites hosted by An- drew Zimmern with a special live performance by DJ CASSIDY, closes the 25th anniversary week- end on Sunday, February 22 Returning Favorites Rachael Ray returns to host the 19th annual Burger Bash presented by Schweid & Sons® on Thursday, February 19 The Loews Miami Beach Hotel welcomes back the Asian Night Market hosted by Jet Tila and Aarti Sequeira as a late-night soiree on Thursday, February 19 Guy Fieri is back to host a live iteration of the hit Food Network show, Tournament of Champi- ons, on Friday, February 20 Masters of Fire, hosted by Tyler Florence, goes to the sand, featuring more than 25 chefs cele- brating the art of open fire cooking on Saturday, February 21 Tacos & Tequila, presented by Tequila Caza- dores, hosted by Aarón Sánchez, will return for the first time as part of the Miami Design District Event Series on Saturday, February 21 The Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village on Sat- urday, February 21, and Sunday, February 22 The festival also has a variety of intimate din- ners, fun brunches and lunches, as well as master classes where ticket-holders can learn from culi- nary icons. Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival. February 19–22, 2026; at various locations across Miami Beach and beyond. sobewff.org. RACHEL COSTA ▼ REDLAND WILL DRIVE FOR BEER A brewery in the Redland of Miami-Dade? Yep, you heard that right. A beloved farm known for its fall and Christmastime activations, Pinto’s Farm in Redland, added a new draw this fall with the debut of Pinto’s Brewhouse, a small 43-seat restaurant and brewery set on the property. It marks the first time the farm has offered its own craft beer, along with a full menu of wings, ribs, burgers, and sides. Plus, it’s the very first brewery to open in the region surrounding the main entrance to Everglades National Park. How- ever, there is a lively restaurant nearby that serves beer, named Rancho La Catrina 232 (formerly known as Krome Brewing), and there’s even the awesome Schnebly Redland’s Winery & Brewery, which is located in Home- stead. Therefore, this new brewery sets a new tone for the un- incorporated area. The food menu options lean to- wards comfort food, but still have a range. The menu kicks off with cheesy yuca bites with garlic cilantro sauce, Colombian empanadas with beef or chicken, and wings with four sauce choices, in- cluding the house “Zesty Pinto” version. Main plates cover the expected brewery sta- ples. The grilled chicken sandwich and chicken tenders sit next to the classic single-patty cheeseburger. The “Abuelita Burger” stacks a full pound of beef with bacon jam and two strips of bacon. The pulled pork sandwich uses smoked pork tossed in-house barbecue sauce on a bri- oche bun, while the baby back ribs arrive brushed with more barbecue sauce. Every main dish includes a side. Options in- clude fries, sweet potato fries, mac and cheese, and elote in a cup made with roasted corn, cotija, and cilantro. Beer in the Middle of the Redland The brewery pours nine house beers that run a wide range. “Pumpkin Rancher” brings pumpkin spice, while “Santa’s Secret” is naturally the holiday ale. “Red Rider” covers the red ale slot, and “Rowdy Rooster” offers a citrus-forward IPA profile. The “GOAT” keeps things simple, just like the lager. “Puckered Pig” adds a sour made with the farm’s mamey. “El Charro” is a Mexican lager op- tion, and the “Witty Fox” adds a Belgian twist, while “Foggy Fields” completes the offerings with a hazy pour. The brewhouse is located within the larger farm and operates extended hours from Thursday through Sunday. Entry to the farm is required be- fore 6 p.m., though the brewhouse area is open to the public after that. Through early January, the property hosts Jolly Nights at the Brewhouse, featuring holiday lights, a 60-foot tree, photo spots, crafts, music, and indoor and outdoor seating. Happy hour runs on Thursdays and Fridays with six-dollar drinks from 6 to 8 p.m. Pinto’s Brewhouse. 14890 SW 216th St., Mi- ami, at Pinto’s Farm; 305-878-4662; pintosbrew- house.com. OLEE FOWLER ▼ SOUTH FLORIDA ‘TIS THE SEASON FOR HOLIDAY POP-UP BARS All across Miami and Broward, bars have turned into festive playgrounds this holiday season. Ray’s in South Beach has become a full Mariah Carey wonderland, Frosty’s Hideaway now glows inside the InterContinental, and JohnMartin’s has filled every inch of its Coral Gables pub with tin- sel, music, and holiday cheer. Even the Kaseya Center has joined the fun with its Christmas Can- tina for Heat fans looking to sip something spir- ited between plays. From the Grinch-filled pop-up at the Kimpton Surfcomber to the cozy Reindeer Room in Pem- broke Pines and the return of the beloved Miracle bars — including “Miracle on Calle Ocho” — there’s a holiday hideout for every kind of festive mood. Whether you want quirky cocktails, cute photo ops, or just a little seasonal sparkle, South Florida has a very merry bar for it. The South Beach Wine & Food Festival photo The Bacardi Block Party hosted by Andrew Zimmern returns in 2026. IT’S THE VERY FIRST BREWERY TO OPEN IN THE REGION SURROUNDING THE MAIN ENTRANCE TO EVERGLADES NATIONAL PARK. Taste Test from p11
