Inaugural Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival Premiers at Kalahari Resort in the Pocono Mountains

Kalahari Resort and Conventions in the Pocono Mountains is hosting its inaugural resort-wide Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival on Sunday, May 19, 2024, from 12:00 – 4:00 p.m. The retro-inspired festival will be themed "Peace and Love," featuring food and drink samples, chef demonstrations, and live entertainment.

Kalahari Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival in the Pocono Mountains.Photo byKalahari Resorts

At the festival, guests can taste over 30 culinary creations while sampling signature handcrafted cocktails from Kalahari's on-site restaurants. Additionally, over 50 local and national wine, beer, and spirit brands will sample their products. Guests will enjoy chef demonstrations and unforgettable entertainment, including a live performance by TikTok sensation NGBX Piano.

"The Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival is a celebration of Kalahari's commitment to culinary excellence," Kalahari Executive Chef Stacy Calles said. "The concept for this festival started at our Round Rock, Texas, resort — and due to its success in hosting thousands of guests, we knew we had to expand to our Poconos resort. This event is not to be missed."

Indulge in a gastronomic journey at Kalahari Resorts, home to over a dozen dining options. From quick bites to signature restaurants like Sortino's Italian Kitchen, B-Lux Grill & Bar, Double Cut Steak House, and Cinco Niños, there's something to satisfy every palate. Each venue will showcase a variety of favorites, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and drinks. And don't miss the world-class chefs' demonstrations, from sushi making to mixology.

For an enhanced festival experience, consider our VIP Access tickets. Priced at $175 per person, these tickets grant you General Admission and include complimentary valet, a meet-and-greet brunch with Kalahari chefs, priority seating for cooking demonstrations, and behind-the-scenes kitchen tours. General Admission tickets are also available for $125 per person.

Purchase tickets here.

Guests can save $20 on up to four tickets using code WINEANDDINE at checkout. Discounted tickets are also available for groups of ten or more by emailing pafoodandwine@kalahariresorts.com.

Marilyn Johnson is a freelance food and travel news reporter covering the food and drink scenes of the greater Mid-Atlantic region and occasionally beyond. Email Marilyn at phillygrub@gmail.com with food and travel news.