Be prepared for crowds at the South Beach Wine & Food Festival (SOBEWFF), set for February 20 through 24, 2019, in the Florida counties of Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach. This “national, star-studded, five-day destination …

The 20th annual South Florida Garlic Fest takes place February 9 and 10, 2019, in John Prince Park, 4759 South Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, Florida.
Hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, and 11 a.m. …

The 13th annual International Chocolate Festival takes place January 25, 26 and 27, 2019, in the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road Coral Gables, Florida.
There’ll be chocolate samples from artisan chocolatiers, lectures on …

Heading South next month, Road Trips Foodies? Volusia Beer Week is February 1 through 10, 2019, and it’s celebrated throughout Volusia County, Florida.
This year’s events include the Drink Volusia Bus Tour (February 2), Brews and …

There aren’t too many things better than wine and chocolate . . . together, especially at this seasonal time of year.
Local chocolatiers will be on hand at the Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, 19239 US 27 …

The third annual Siesta Beach Seafood & Music Festival takes place November 30, 2018, through December 2, 2018, in Siesta Key Pavilion, 948 Beach Road, Siesta Beach, Florida.
Hours are 4 to 9 p.m. the …

The fourth annual VegFest takes place from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. December 1, 2018, in the War Memorial Auditorium, 800 NE 8th Street, Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
VegFest is a “dairy-free, meatless, plant-based food festival that …

This foodie event has it all: chefs’ signature dishes, wine and spirit tastings, an auction, and entertainment. The 30th annual South Florida Festival of Chefs begins at 6:30 p.m. November 14, 2018, at Jungle Island, …

Special to Road Trips for Foodies
By Visit Florida
No matter where you visit in Florida, you’re never far from a delicious snack, so whether you’re looking for award-winning cupcakes or century-old establishments, here’s where to …

The fourth annual Orlando Beer Festival takes place November 10, 2018, at Festival Park, 2911 Robinson Street, Orlando, Florida.
Hours are 1 to 5 p.m. Note: pets are welcome, kids are not. Tickets are available online.
Of …