Greenwich Wine + Food Festival Just Weeks Away

The event’s Saturday festivities have also added Kathie Lee Gifford, newly-minted Next Food Network Star (and festival Ambassador Chef) Christian Petroni and singer-songwriter Caroline Jones to Saturday’s event line-up.

“Kathie Lee Gifford has been involved in our event for several years, and we’re happy she’ll be back again this year hosting our Meet the Masters panel, moderating a conversation with culinary celebrities Daniel Boulud, Scott Conant, Alex Guarnaschelli and Adam Richman,” added Unger.

“We’re also excited to welcome back Christian Petroni fresh off of his Next Food Network Star win, as he has also supported our event for several years as an Ambassador Chef with his Fortina brand.  Christian will join the Meet the Masters panel, serve as one of our Burger Battle judges and meet and mingle with guests at our VIP Cocktail Party ahead of the On-Stage and Lawn Dinner,” Unger said.

Jones, who was raised in Greenwich, was recently named by “Billboard” magazine one of “15 Country Artists to Watch in 2018.”  She will be opening for music superstar Tim McGraw, who will close out this year’s festival with his performance on the Pepsi stage on Saturday, September 22.

Tickets for the event are available via www.greenwichwineandfood.com or by calling 203.588.1363.  Ticket options include the All Weekend Pass ($775), Friday’s Opening Night Master Chef Wine Dinner ($325), Saturday General Admission ($210) and Saturday VIP ($500), which is nearly sold out.  Tickets for the Lawn Table Dinner and On-Stage Table Dinner are sold out.

The festival weekend will be held rain or shine, and anyone under 21, including infants or strollers, will not be admitted. Pets are also not permitted.