5 of the Best Food Festivals in America

There is no better way to immerse oneself in another culture than through their food.  AZ Foothills has selected five of the hottest food festivals in America.  This year, pamper yourself at one of the following food and wine festivals.

Five of the best food festivals in the United States:

1. Austin Food and Wine Festival

Austin, Texas, already known for its tasty food, is home to one of the best food festivals in America.  This year will be the second annual Austin Food and Wine Festival.  The outdoor festival is home to some of the best wines, signature Texas food, delectable dishes from local various indie restaurants and top chef talents from across the nation.  This year’s festivities will take place from April 25 to 27.  Be sure to attend this fun food festival in the live music capital of the nation.

For information on the Austin Food and Wine Festival, visit www.austinfoodandwinefestival.com.

2. The Food and Wine Classic in Aspen

The 32 annual Food and Wine Classic in Aspen will take place from June 20 to June 24 this year.  Attendees should expect a unique outdoor experience in the beautiful city of Aspen, Colorado.  As guests make their way from tent to tent, they will pamper themselves in fine wine and food from local and national restaurants and wineries.  Don’t miss out on this 72 hour event!

For more in formation, visit www.foodandwine.com/classic.

3. The New Orleans Wine and Food Experience

The New Orleans Wine and Food Experience is certainly a must-attend experience.  The New Orleans Wine and Food Experience features a series of wine tastings and pairings from over 1,000 different varieties of wine.  Guests of this food festival will dine in food trucks, browse art galleries and drink wine at a number of marquee events that give the party atmosphere essential to New Orleans character.  The event will take place from May 21 to May 24.

For information on the New Orleans Wine and Food Experience, visit www.nowfe.com.

4. Los Angeles Food and Wine Festival

The fourth annual Los Angeles Food and Wine Festival will take place in one of America’s hippest cities again this year.  City-wide, the festival occurs in some of LA’s hottest zip codes.  This festival is said to be the largest food and wine festival in the world, and is set to take place sometime in August.

For more information, visit www.lafw.com.

5. Vegas Uncork’d

What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas, including all the calories you will consume at this fun food and wine festival.  Indulge in some of the finest foods and wines throughout the nation.  Vegas Uncork’d is set to take place in May this year, with the actual date to be announced.  What better excuse to visit Vegas than this fabulous food extravaganza?

For more information, visit www.vegasuncorked.com.