Grand Tasting: After Dark presented by Montchevre Goat Cheese hosted by Bobby Flay & Brooke Williamson

The Grand Tasting: After Dark brings all the flavor and excitement of our signature event into a whole new light—literally. For the first time ever, this beloved fan-favorite NYCWFF experience is going prime time at the Invesco QQQ Festival Campus in the Seaport, with sparkling East River views and city lights as your backdrop.

Hosted by Food Network icons Bobby Flay and Brooke Williamson, this one-night-only edition adds a fresh energy to the Festival’s heart and soul.

Dive into unlimited tastings from New York City’s hottest restaurants, sip on hundreds of hand-selected wines and spirits from Southern Glazer’s unparalleled portfolio and catch live, up-close culinary demos from today’s top Food Network stars and celebrities as they bring their craft to life right before your eyes— all while DJ Tokyo Rose, Chef Flay’s personal favorite, keeps the party going.

As a special feature, The Chefs’ Warehouse and Allen Brothers will bring an esteemed group of chefs to highlight their premium products at the Grand Tasting. Thanks to this partnership, guests will enjoy elevated cuisine crafted with the finest ingredients. Chef David Walzog will collaborate with The Chefs’ Warehouse, Allen Brothers, and Foley Fish to create a signature dish that both reflects his culinary style and showcases these exceptional brands. All branded products featured in the dish will be provided by The Chefs’ Warehouse, Allen Brothers, and Foley Fish.

This is more than a tasting — it’s NYC’s ultimate night of flavor, fun and food obsession.

With your ticket, you will:

● Sample hundreds of top wines and spirits from Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits exclusive portfolio.

● Taste unlimited delicious dishes from an incredible lineup of restaurants, as well elevated cuisine provided by The Chefs’ Warehouse, Allen Brothers and Foley Fish.. Expect a mouthwatering selection from all five boroughs, showcasing the best of NYC's culinary scene

● Join the live audience at our Culinary Demonstrations with today’s top culinary personalities and celebrity chefs, including Food Network stars. You’ll be up-close-and-personal as they demonstrate new recipes and techniques. See the schedule below.

● Meet your favorite chefs and go home with signed copies of their latest cookbooks.

● Explore exciting interactive experiences from your favorite food brands and products.

● Enjoy giveaways from your favorite foodie companies.

● Dance to the beats by DJ Tokyo Rose - Chef Flay’s personal favorite DJ.

Want even more? Elevate your experience with the Steak Sessions VIP ticket at Carne Mare—an exclusive VIP, add-on spotlighting the city’s finest steakhouses, perfect for the true carnivore.