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South Beach Wine & Food Festival Hosts The Biggest & Brightest Bites on the Beach
Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village is a gluttony of goodness on beautiful South Beach.
February 26th, 2022
by Ian Charles
The South Beach Wine & Food Festival is easily the most recognized, the most sought after, and the most delicious event in South Florida, or quite possibly, the entire country. Each year some of the biggest and best chefs from around the globe come to SOBEWFF for a plethora of culinary parties, demos and competitions like nowhere else.
On Saturday, the world-famous South Beach saw day two of the biggest, most crowded event, Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village. It’s so massive that it resembles an entire city being assembled on the beach. This grandiose undertaking had their huge iconic white tented areas, two large staging areas for celebrity chef demos, food and drink stands everywhere, an apparel and book place, a book signing location, the popular Food Network and Cooking Channel lounge, and a DJ stage as well.
Everyone coming in this year had to fill out an online application of health done for everyone’s safety, being in such close proximity to each other. Thankfully, this was quick and much better than trying to eat and drink through a mask.
Unlike previous years, this one was much hotter than normal. So much of the Tasting Village was outside in the direct sunlight and it would zap your energy, especially walking in the sand. What brought you back was one of their amazing sponsors, Icelandic Glacial Natural Spring Water. Icelandic is actually my personal favorite water and they had ice cold tubs of them everywhere.
Most people, though, weren’t there to drink water, but the endless array of wines, spirits and other adult beverages. Some of the longest lines were from the artisan alcohol lines like Patron, Don Julio Tequila, Gérard Bertrand and Bombay Sapphire. There were also many different types of health drinks, smoothies and sodas like Coke and La Croix.
The food samplings this year I found a little substandard in comparison to years past. There was more commonality of tastings and less originality. Don’t get me wrong, there were amazing eats at every corner, but this year lacked the variety, trading it in for a plethora of fried foods and at least five different Mac n Cheeses. I missed the Crepe guys, the Big Gay Ice cream, the Cornish Eggs and the varied Italian food selections other than Del Grosso.
There were some highlights, however, that made this event memorable and worthy. Schweid & Sons have given the best tasting burger year in and year out and this year was no exception. Another burger from Burger Joint was equally as good. The Joint made a Sweet Pig Burger that piled on the pulled pork. My favorite bite of the day was from Pasta Ramen, which gave a Fried Ramen Ball stuffed with Duck Confit. It was so lightly fried and amazingly flavored.
However, the most popular eat had to be the STK Steakhouse. Their line was so far back that it almost reached the adjacent side of the tent. I’ve noticed that if the food is a steak or seafood, then I need to prepare to wait in line for awhile. Thankfully, the age-old saying is true at Sobewff, “Good things come to those who wait.”
There was no waiting, though, when it came to celebrities and culinary talent. Every hour you could switch from two different talents on two different stages. Some of the best this year were: The humble and relatable, Al Roker. Mr. sophistication himself, Iron Chef Geoffrey Zakarian. The master of meats and preparations, Michael Symon. And the life of the party, Ann Burrell.
Yet, the best and most applauded chef, though, was hands down, Alex Guarnaschelli. She has such talent that, when she speaks, it’s like a friend talking to you and not a celebrity. She truly is the genuine article and she’s hilarious to boot.
The Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village might not have been perfect this year, but it still does surpass all expectations and you leave completely full and wonderfully satisfied.
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Luli Fama celebrates its Paradise Found Cruise ’27 swimwear and resortwear collection with a luxury Miami launch at its Dadeland Mall boutique.
August 20, 2026
Miami swimwear favorite Luli Fama is stepping into Cruise ’27 with Paradise Found, a new swimwear and resortwear collection inspired by tropical escapes, exotic prints and effortless vacation glamour.
South Florida Insider has already taken a closer look at the Luli Fama Paradise Found collection, and it feels made for Miami.
The new Cruise ’27 collection combines the bold, body-confident swimwear Luli Fama is known for with elevated resort pieces designed to move effortlessly from the beach and pool to cocktails and dinner.
On Thursday, August 20, Luli Fama will celebrate Paradise Found with an exclusive evening at its newest Dadeland Mall boutique in Miami, complete with fashion, light bites, personalized surprises, and a luxe espresso martini bar.
Inside Luli Fama’s Paradise Found Cruise ’27 Collection
Paradise Found is inspired by the feeling of discovering a hidden tropical retreat.
Think lush landscapes, warm golden hour light, exotic patterns, and silhouettes made for somewhere beautiful.
The collection features Luli Fama signatures, including flattering ruched details, seamless construction, adjustable fits, and statement swimwear, alongside an expanded selection of resortwear.
We especially love the pieces that blur the line between swim and ready-to-wear.
Flowing dresses, sleek coverups, and body-skimming silhouettes make it easy to transition from a sun-drenched afternoon to an evening out without losing that relaxed resort feeling.
It is sensual, polished, and unmistakably Miami.
Luli Fama Brings Luxury Resort Style to Miami
There is a reason Paradise Found feels so natural in South Florida.
In Miami, resortwear is not reserved for vacation.
A swimsuit can become part of an outfit. A coverup can take you to lunch. A flowing resort dress can carry you from an afternoon by the water straight into cocktails and dinner.
Luli Fama has always understood that lifestyle.
Paradise Found takes it a step further, creating a Cruise ’27 wardrobe that feels as appropriate for a tropical getaway as it does for a weekend in Miami.
The campaign captures that mood beautifully, pairing the collection with palms, lush greenery, tropical architecture and the kind of sun soaked setting that makes you want to extend your vacation indefinitely.
Paradise Found Comes to Luli Fama at Dadeland Mall
Luli Fama will bring the world of Paradise Found to life on Thursday, August 20 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at its newest boutique at Dadeland Mall in Miami.
The intimate celebration will bring together invited guests, influencers, celebrities and media for an early look at Cruise ’27.
Luli Fama is also dressing invited guests in pieces from the brand, allowing the new collection to be experienced the way it was designed to be worn: in motion, styled and out for the evening.
Luli After Hours Espresso Martini Bar
Fashion is only part of the experience.
For the Paradise Found celebration, Luli Fama is introducing Luli After Hours, an Espresso Martini Bar inspired by the glamour of the collection.
Guests will be able to sip three specialty espresso martinis created for the evening.
The Luli Babe puts a polished spin on the classic espresso martini, while Golden Hour pairs salted caramel with edible gold shimmer. Miami After Dark takes a richer approach with chocolate hazelnut and a cocoa dust finish.
Along with cocktails, guests can expect light bites, curated details and a special personalized surprise.
The result feels less like a traditional retail event and more like checking into a private resort for the evening.
A Miami Swimwear Brand Celebrates at Home
For a brand with such a strong connection to South Florida, launching Paradise Found in Miami feels especially fitting.
Luli Fama has built its identity around colorful, confident swimwear and resort fashion with a distinctly tropical point of view.
Paradise Found carries that identity into Cruise ’27 while giving it a more elevated, escapist mood.
And with Luli Fama’s newest boutique now at Dadeland Mall, Miami shoppers have another destination to experience the brand in person.
After getting our own closer look at Luli Fama’s Paradise Found Cruise ’27 collection, we can safely say the name fits.
Paradise has officially been found, and this time, it is in Miami.
Check out the collection HERE
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