SAVOR St. Pete returns November 1–2, 2025, bringing two days of wine, food, and waterfront views to Vinoy Park. Now in its 13th year, the women-led festival has become a fixture on Florida’s culinary calendar, known for pairing big-name chefs and brands with a coastal setting.
Founded by Tammy Gail, SAVOR began as a small Clearwater event in 2011 and has grown into one of the state’s most recognizable food-and-wine weekends. The sense of hospitality she built it on still defines the experience, a setting where guests can taste, learn, and connect directly with chefs, vintners, and makers from across the country.
What to Expect
More than 120 restaurants, wineries, and brands will take over Vinoy Park for the Grand Tasting Village, the centerpiece of the weekend. Covered tents and open-air lounges line the waterfront, creating a shaded, walkable space to explore.
This year’s lineup features nearly 20 chefs, from Food Network personalities to Tampa Bay locals, including Chef Brian Malarkey (Cutthroat Kitchen), Chef Carlos Anthony (CHOPPED winner, Herb & Wood), Chef Rosana Rivera (Chef & the Baker), Chef Lee Aquino (Birch & Vine), Chef David Asher (Taverna Costale), and others representing restaurants from St. Pete, Tampa, and beyond.
Leading up to the event, SAVOR has partnered with local creator Alexia to spotlight the chefs through social features and interviews, giving followers a closer look at the talent behind this year’s festival.
The Wine and Beverage Lineup
This year, SAVOR is putting its chefs front and center, with the culinary competition and live demos shaping the weekend’s energy. Still, wine and beverage partners remain an essential part of the experience, from national labels and Florida brands.
Wineries include Duckhorn, Frank Family Vineyards, Josh Cellars, Hampton Water, Decoy, and 19 Crimes, alongside local names Keel & Curley and Island Grove. The Cali Gold Bubbles Bar by 19 Crimes serves sparkling wine with fruit nectars for Bellini and mimosa pairings, while the Mixology Experience Lounge adds craft-cocktails led by bartenders and educators throughout the day.
The Setting
With massive tents and a shaded layout, SAVOR is designed to handle Florida’s sunshine comfortably. The setup keeps guests cool and focused on tasting. The space inside the tents is limited, so the selection of partners is intentionally curated. As Tammy puts it, “it’s kind of like making a dinner party for 4,000 guests.” VIP guests also enjoy added seating, furnished lounges, and a more private tasting area that makes the day feel even more relaxed.
If You Go
📍 Vinoy Park, Downtown St. Petersburg
📅 November 1–2, 2025
🎟️ Tickets: $120 General Admission (1–4 PM) | $150 VIP (12–4 PM, includes VIP Spirits Lounge)
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For St. Pete, SAVOR has become more than an annual event. It’s a snapshot of how the city eats and drinks now—creative, collaborative, and always connected to place.
Read our feature on SAVOR founder Tammy Gail.
Find more local tastings and wine events on our This Week in Wine page.