About This Festival

The Southeast's premier culinary gathering brings together top chefs, mixologists, and food artisans for 4 delicious days. The festival, hosted at Historic Fourth Ward Park in Atlanta, showcases more than 200 celebrated chefs and their finest creations. Notable participants include local favorites like Tiny Lou's, Miller Union, and Kimball House, alongside visiting culinary stars from across the region. Guests can enjoy everything from traditional Southern barbecue and seafood to innovative fusion dishes, paired with craft cocktails, regional wines, and local brews from establishments like ASW Distillery and Creature Comforts Brewing. Live music sets the mood with performances by local jazz ensemble Sweet Lu's Slutty Sisters and soul band Ruby Velle & The Soulphonics. The festival features unique experiences including hands-on cooking classes, chef demonstrations, wine tastings, and the signature Tasting Tents presented by Goya Foods where guests can sample their way through themed food and beverage stations.