San Diego Food + Wine Festival: Grand Fiesta

The Grand Fiesta is the unforgettable finale of the San Diego Food + Wine Festival! Immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of the rich cross-border culinary and cultural influence of Latin America on Southern California, featuring award-winning chefs creating world class cuisine, exceptional wines, craft beer, traditional and unique spirits of Mexico, and breathtaking, larger-than-life art installations.
Celebrate with Bocuse d’Or Team Mexico and taste their world-class culinary expertise in action. These renowned chefs bring an elevated experience as we help them on the road to Lyon for the world competition. Stroll through the park filled with engaging experiences, savoring expertly crafted dishes from top chefs across San Diego, Southern California, and Baja. Enjoy captivating live music by Manny Cepeda, engage in cultural conversations, and attend demonstrations that delve into the fascinating world of Mexican spirits and traditional culinary dishes.

TACO TKO – They cook. You Vote.
San Diego’s original mouthwatering battle for the title of Most Awesome Taco is on! Your challenge, should you choose to accept it: Put your tastebuds to the test, tasting through dozens of tacos from the greatest chefs in the region! Cast your vote to determine which taco will take home top honors in our annual Taco TKO competition awarding bragging rights, a plaque to show off in their restaurant, and a cash prize to top it off!