Southern California’s coastal culinary crown jewel is back—and it’s turning up the heat. The 2nd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine Festival 2025 is set to make waves this September with a spectacular two-night epicurean affair hosted at the stylish Manhattan Village. Curated by founder Shelby Russell and acclaimed chef Neal Fraser, this gourmet festival is where high-end cuisine meets beachside glamor.
From September 12–13, 2025, guests will sample dishes from 46 award-winning chefs, indulge in top-tier wines and spirits, and bask in the glow of live entertainment, ocean breezes, and luxury hospitality. If you’re near Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, Culver City, or West Hollywood and seeking a weekend of five-star food and wine without leaving the coast, this is the Southern California food and wine festival experience you won’t want to miss.
Culinary Star Power Lights Up Manhattan Beach
The Manhattan Beach Food & Wine Festival 2025 isn’t just another local tasting event—it’s an elite gathering of culinary legends, James Beard winners, and Food Network favorites. Held in the heart of Manhattan Beach, this two-night outdoor event is as refined as it is fun.
The chef lineup reads like a culinary dream team:
- Chef Stephanie Izard (Girl & the Goat, Chicago & LA)
- Chef Antonia Lofaso (DAMA, Scopa Italian Roots)
- Chef Mary Sue Milliken & Susan Feniger (Border Grill, Alice B.)
- Chef David LeFevre, the Manhattan Beach icon behind MB Post, The Arthur J, and AttaGirl
- Chef Raphael Lunetta (Lunetta, Santa Monica)
- Chef Chris Cosentino (KOAST, Maui)
- Chef Neal Fraser, the host, of Redbird & Vibiana
Add 40+ more standout names from hotspots like West Hollywood, Pasadena, Denver, Anaheim, and Downtown LA, and you get a gastronomic lineup that would rival any food festival in the country.
“Each evening will bring together the industry’s top tastemakers and culinary enthusiasts and beverage connoisseurs to celebrate an all-star lineup.”
Sip, Savor & Stroll: A Gourmet Playground by the Beach
The Manhattan Beach food and wine festival 2025 offers more than just incredible food—it’s a luxury lifestyle experience. Each night features:
- 23 all-star chefs and restaurants
- Curated wines from top-tier vineyards
- Premier spirits & craft cocktails
- Non-alcoholic handcrafted beverages
- Live entertainment under the stars
Guests are invited to stroll through 40,000 square feet of outdoor tasting space at Manhattan Village, a stylish setting just steps from the beach and lined by the Veterans Parkway Greenbelt Path.
Manhattan Beach, already one of the most upscale enclaves in LA’s South Bay, now becomes the backdrop to a celebration of fine food, sustainable hospitality, and coastal chic.
Philanthropy Meets Fine Dining
Beyond the tastings, music, and celebrity chef sightings, the festival also supports a powerful mission. Proceeds benefit the Careers Through Culinary Arts Program (C•CAP), a nonprofit workforce development initiative providing underserved youth with training and scholarships for careers in the culinary and hospitality industries.
“C•CAP provides culinary, job and life skills in 186 schools across the United States across the entire state of Arizona, as well as in Baltimore, Camden, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City & Long Island, Newark, Philadelphia, suburban Maryland, and Washington DC.”
With long-time co-chair Marcus Samuelsson championing the cause, the organization aligns perfectly with the festival’s blend of heart and haute cuisine.
High-Profile Partners & VIP Touches
This year’s official partners elevate the entire experience, including:
- Delta Air Lines – Official Airline
- Infiniti of South Bay – Official Auto
- westdrift Manhattan Beach – Official Hotel
- San Pellegrino, Sub-Zero, Wolf & Cove, and more
VIP guests can enjoy early access (6:00–7:00 pm) with a DELTA VIP Entry Pass, offering an hour of elevated exclusivity before general admission begins at 7:00 pm. Manhattan Village offers complimentary parking, but rideshare through Lyft, the official transportation partner, is encouraged.
Tickets Are Now On Sale—Here’s How to Join
Whether you’re a gourmet-obsessed Angeleno, a Westside socialite, or simply someone who appreciates a perfect wine pairing, the 2nd Annual Manhattan Beach Food & Wine Festival delivers unmatched access to the best of the culinary world, all by the Pacific.
Tickets are NOW ON-SALE now and for Ticket Purchase, Sponsorship Opportunities, or more information, please visit www.ManhattanBeachFoodandWine.com.
This is a 21+ event, and tickets are expected to sell fast.
From fine dining to philanthropy, the Manhattan Beach Food & Wine Festival 2025 is where the best of Southern California comes together in one luxurious, flavorful weekend. For food lovers from Beverly Hills to West Hollywood, it’s the can’t-miss event of the fall. Indulge in world-class cuisine, support a great cause, and bask in Manhattan Beach magic.
Reserve your tickets today at www.ManhattanBeachFoodandWine.com.
