Events
Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village – Review
Food and Drinks Rain Down on Miami Beach Once Again for Blockbuster Event.
February 26th, 2022
While it’s just one of several events for the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF®), Goya Foods’ Grand Tasting Village always sits year after year toward the top of can’t miss ones. This year was no different as acclaimed chefs were front-and-center doing cooking demonstrations and judging their top pick for the seemingly countless vendors. The event stretched out beachside over three acres with a fantasyland of libations and savory dishes. Some of the chefs on hand included: Emeril Lagasse, Geoffrey Zakarian, Rocco DiSpirito, Marc Murphy, Ming Tsai, Duff Goldman, Kardea Brown, Andrew Zimmern, Alex Guarnaschelli, Michael Symon, Scott Conant, JJ Johnson and a cooking pairing of Amanda Freitag & Katie Button.
Beyond wining and dining, plus watching the celebrity chefs cooking demonstrations, The David Grutman Experience returned with plenty of tunes to get the crowd burning off a few of the day’s calories. The event was just a great vibe overall once again, yet with an ocean breeze, full bellies and the ability to just kind let loose, it’s really no wonder why this is one of Miami’s signature events.
For more information visit sobewff.org. Stay up to date all year long by following along with the #SOBEWFF hashtag on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
To date, the Festival has raised more than $34 million in support of its educational mission to cultivate future leaders of the hospitality industry at the Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management at Florida International University (FIU). Between SOBEWFF® and its sister NYCWFF, more than $48 million has been raised to benefit the respective charities of each Festival. Beyond the funds raised, both Festivals draw attention to the diverse dining cultures of their respective cities, provide economic stimulus in their communities, and serve as a platform to drive awareness and engagement for a wide array of philanthropic activities.
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SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Doral's Blue Matisse serves up Pulpo Anticuchero Cause during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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St. Lucie's Think Greek Port serves up Gyropitakia during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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FIU serves up plenty of samples during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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FIU serves up plenty of samples during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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FIU serves up plenty of samples during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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FIU serves up plenty of samples during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Hialeah's Lo Bodeguita Restaurant serves up Croqueta with Jamon Serrano & Manchego Cheese during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Cookies from Keyks World during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Fiorito's Picanha Roast Beef during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Vicky Bakery during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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La Bodeguita Goya during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Miami Beach's Bolivar Restaurant Bar Lounge serves up Lomo Saltado during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Orlando's Parlor Kitchen serves up Garlic Chicken with Mashed Potatoes during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Exquisite Catering by Robert serves up Bourbon Chicken over Rice and Peas during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Empson USA & Canella during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Miami's Sando serves up Chicken Katsu during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Prescription Vineyards during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Codigo 1530 during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Miami's The Food Dudes offering up Popcorn Shrimp during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Kurveball Whiskey during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Strawberry Moon's Beef & Watermelon Salad during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Komodo's Peking Duck during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Stella Artois during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Miami Design District's Swan during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Miami Beach's Papi Steak during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Brickell's Gekko during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Aviation American Gin during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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santa Teresa 1796 during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Copalli Rum during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Copalli Rum during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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McBride Sisters Wine Company during SOBEWFF: Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Celebrity Chef Ming Tsai's Mings Bings serves up Plant-Based Cheeseburger Bing during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Patron Tequila during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Miami's Ty's Hometown Cafe and Bistro serves up Sticky Wings during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Sunrise's Chef Rose Jamaican Cuisine serves up Jerk Creole Oxtail Stew during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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El Mago de las Fritas serves up The Classic Cuban Frita during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Alex's Fresh Kitchen presents The Mamba Burger during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Ming Tsai brings Duff Goldman to the stage during cooking demonstration during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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Great Performances during SOBEWFF : Goya Foods' Grand Tasting Village ©South Florida Insider
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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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