In Support of God’s Love We Deliver, New York
City’s Premier Wine & Food Festival Announces 80+ Fan-Favorite
and New Events including Food Network chefs and celebrity
talent:
Bobby Flay, Martha Stewart, Alex Guarnaschelli,
Blake Lively, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Daniel Boulud, Billy Durney and
more!
The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival
presented by Invesco QQQ (NYCWFF) unveils the 17th annual
lineup featuring a groundbreaking expansion into Brooklyn this
October 17-20, 2024. The Festival is set to offer all
new programming and an unforgettable experience to support its
charitable partner God’s Love We Deliver, New York City’s
only provider of life-sustaining meals and nutrition counseling to
those affected by severe and chronic illness.
Fan-favorite events such as the Grand Tasting and Pier
Parties will now be anchored in one, sprawling 450,000 sq. ft.
covered location at the new Invesco QQQ Campus at Brooklyn Army
Terminal. This monumental shift, made possible through our
dynamic partnership with Invesco QQQ, not only consolidates
the Festival’s signature events into one expansive venue but also
serves as a testament to the innovative culinary landscape thriving
in one of New York City's largest boroughs. Adding to the
excitement, a dedicated NYCWFF Ferry powered by Invesco QQQ
will be accessible from Downtown Manhattan for all ticket holders,
providing a seamless way for Festival goers to travel between
events held in Manhattan and Brooklyn with the NYC Ferry.
“Partnering with our new presenting sponsor, Invesco QQQ, has
empowered us to craft an even more spectacular lineup of locations,
events, and talent this year all in one expansive new campus in
Brooklyn,” said Lee Brian Schrager, Festival Founder
& Director. “We’re not just moving venues; we’re
intentionally embracing Brooklyn's rich culture – something I’ve
wanted to do for years and inviting its talented chefs to join us
on this culinary journey. Our aim is to provide them with an
unparalleled platform to showcase their talent to a wider audience.
We can't wait to write this chapter with both our loyal supporters
and new participants from the community of Brooklyn.”
“Each year, we look forward to NYCWFF’s return to celebrate the
remarkable culinary talent we have across all five boroughs,
affirming New York City’s status as a global culinary capital,”
said Nancy Mammana, CMO and Interim CEO of New York City Tourism
+ Conventions. “We’re particularly excited to spotlight the
festival’s expansion to Brooklyn. The vibrant talent of the borough
will take center stage, showcasing the diversity that makes it a
truly aspirational destination for food lovers around the
world.”
“God’s Love We Deliver is thrilled to have such a spectacular
lineup at this year’s Festival!” said David Ludwigson,
President & CEO of God's Love We Deliver. “With the move
to Brooklyn, we are excited, as the exclusive charity partner, to
raise awareness for our life-affirming program in this beloved
borough, in which more than a quarter of the people we serve
live.”
In celebration of the Festival’s new home, NYCWFF will kick off
Thursday, October 17 with headlining event Brooklyn Eats &
Beats featuring celebrated Brooklyn chefs like Esther
Choi, Billy Durney, Sean Feeney, Mark
Iacono, Michael Solomonov and 25 of Brooklyn’s iconic
restaurants. Cultural icons Dr. Dre and Snoop
Dogg will be on-hand serving up their premium ready-to-drink
cocktail Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop.
The return of the celebrated Culinary Demonstrations
presented by HexClad, promising a feast for the senses with an
impressive lineup of talent. This year's Festival will feature
renowned chefs and personalities, including Katie Lee,
Marc Murphy, Alex Guarnaschelli, Duff Goldman,
television icons Tamron Hall, Al Roker and daughter
Courtney Laga Roker and many others. Attendees can look
forward to an array of engaging and informative demonstrations,
where these culinary stars will showcase their skills, share their
expertise, and celebrate the rich tapestry of flavors that define
the world of food.
Rachael Ray returns to host the Blue Moon Burger Bash
presented by Pat LaFrieda Meats and for the first time ever,
previous burger Champions like six time winner Josh
Capon, Pig Beach, Black Tap and Le Rivage
will take on new Challengers like John Fraser,
Nowon, and Hav + Mar. Put your dancing shoes on
because Bobby Flay will host a Triple Threat Dance Party
presented by Treasure Cave alongside Tiffany Derry, Michael
Voltaggio, and Brooke Williamson with every ticket purchaser
receiving a copy of Bobby’s newest cookbook, Bobby Flay: Chapter
One. Those looking to learn from today’s top content creators about
the latest trends and engage in thought-provoking discussions on
the intersection of food, culture and tech should grab tickets to
FoodieCon® presented by Fratelli Beretta taking place at
Brooklyn’s Industry City featuring Nadia Caterina Munno
(@The_PastaQueen), Jack’s Dining Room (@jacksdiningroom),
Rob Li (@broccoliraab), Olivia Tiedemann
(@Oliviatied), Arya Hamedani (@aryahungry_) and many
more!
New venue Hall Des Lumières, Manhattan's largest
permanent center for digital art and custom-curated immersive
experiences located in a landmarked building in the Financial
District, will feature Ciao House: An Italian Tasting hosted
by Gabriele Bertaccini and Alex Guarnaschelli,
Mediterranean Mezze Brunch hosted by Michael Symon
presented by Genova Premium Tuna, Steak & Whiskey
presented by A.1. Sauce hosted by Robert Irvine and
Tacos & Tequila.
Steps away at The Lawn Club in The Seaport,
American actress and Founder of Betty Booze, Blake
Lively will host a The Betty BOOze Harvest Happy Hour.
Set against the breathtaking panoramic views on the 102nd floor of
the One World Trade Center, Aspire One World Observatory
will host three extraordinary Festival events, including Asian
Bites & Karaoke Nights hosted by Jet Tila, A
Caviar & Cocktail Affair presented by Black River Caviar
hosted by Scott Conant and Antonia Lofaso and
Halloween Sweets & Treats hosted by Kardea Brown
and Duff Goldman.
Looking to experience the diversity and vibrancy of NYC’s
culinary scene? Choose from more than 30 one-night-only Intimate
Dinners as part of the Bank of America Dinner Series
prepared by the world’s most critically acclaimed chefs perfectly
paired with a variety of high-end wines and spirits from the
Festival’s exclusive provider, Southern Glazer’s Wine &
Spirits. Prepare to embark on an adventure curated by 60+
culinary luminaries such as Martha Stewart, Jonathan
Waxman, Geoffrey Zakarian, Eric Adjepong,
Amanda Freitag, Marcus Samuelsson, Daniel
Boulud, Camille Becerra, Andrew Zimmern,
Maneet Chauhan, Ayesha Nurdjaja, Antonia Lofaso,
Michael White and Jonathan Benno.
The presale period begins Wednesday, July 10 at
9 a.m. ET until Sunday, July 14 and offers
20 percent off events held at the Invesco QQQ Campus at
Brooklyn Army Terminal. For more information and to purchase
presale tickets, go to www.nycwff.org/presale. Tickets for the
general public will be available Monday, July 15 at 9
a.m. ET.
Last year alone, the Festival’s charitable partner God’s Love We
Deliver, delivered 4+ million free medically tailored meals to more
than 15,000 individuals. Annually, the Festival generates millions
of impressions for God’s Love We Deliver, raising awareness to grow
the organization’s base of volunteers and clients. To date, NYCWFF
has generated more than $14.8 million for its charitable causes
with one hundred percent of the Festival’s net proceeds supporting
its mission to EAT. DRINK. FEED NYC.
The Festival’s headquarter hotel, the Wall Street Hotel
will offer attendees a vibrant and stylish base during the Festival
week. Stay up to date by following the conversation all year long
on Facebook, Instagram and X using @NYCWFF/#NYCWFF and on TikTok at
@NYCWineFoodFestival.
Images and interviews are available upon request.
Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival
The Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival
presented by Invesco QQQ is hosted by God’s Love We Deliver with
100% of the Festival’s net proceeds supporting New Yorkers facing
severe illness. Over the past 16 years, the Festival has generated
more than $14.8 million in net proceeds for its charitable causes.
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is the exclusive provider of
wine and spirits at the Festival. BizBash has named the Festival
the #1 Food & Restaurant Industry event in New York for 10
years in a row. More information on the Festival can be found at
nycwff.org. Follow @NYCWFF on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram and
on TikTok at @NYCWineFoodFestival.
God’s Love We Deliver
God’s Love We Deliver cooks and home-delivers nutritious,
medically tailored meals for people too sick to shop or cook for
themselves. Founded in 1985 as a response to the AIDS pandemic,
God’s Love now serves people living with more than 200 different
diagnoses. God’s Love addresses food and nutrition insecurity, and
supports the health and well-being of their clients, by providing
ongoing nutrition assessment, education, and counseling, advocating
for food and nutrition support, and delivering medically tailored
meals. God’s Love is a non-sectarian organization serving
individuals living with illness, and their children and caregivers.
With a community of thousands of volunteers, they home-delivered
more than 4 million medically tailored meals to nearly 143,000
individuals last year. All services are free to clients and full of
love. For more information, visit godslovewedeliver.org. Follow
God’s Love on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is the world’s preeminent
distributor of beverage alcohol, building brands for moments that
matter. The multi-generational, family-owned Company has operations
in 44 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, and Canada, as well as
brokerage operations through its WEBB Banks division in the
Caribbean, Central and South America. In 2024, Southern Glazer’s
was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces
for Diversity and America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women. Southern
Glazer’s urges all retail customers and adult consumers to market,
sell, serve, and enjoy its products responsibly. For more
information visit www.southernglazers.com. Follow us on Facebook,
Twitter and Instagram @sgwinespirits.
Invesco Ltd.
Invesco Ltd. is a global independent investment management firm
dedicated to delivering an investment experience that helps people
get more out of life. Our distinctive investment teams deliver a
comprehensive range of active, passive, and alternative investment
capabilities. With offices in more than 20 countries, Invesco
managed $1.66 trillion in assets on behalf of clients worldwide as
of March 31, 2024. For more information, visit www.invesco.com.
Invesco QQQ
Invesco QQQ is an exchange-traded fund based on the Nasdaq-100
Index®. The Index includes 100 of the largest domestic and
international non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq Stock
Market based on market capitalization. An investment cannot be made
directly into an index. This is not to be construed as an offer to
buy or sell Invesco QQQ.
*Invesco is not affiliated with the Food Network New York City
Wine & Food Festival or any of the individuals, brands or
companies mentioned; nor should this be construed as an endorsement
for any the individuals, brand or companies mentioned.
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