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Celebrating 20 years of the festival
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And Help Shape the Next 20 Years
Celebrating 20 Years of Culinary Excellence and Community Impact
In 2026, Charleston Wine + Food will celebrate two decades of showcasing the vibrant and diverse food and beverage culture of the greater Charleston area. This milestone represents the incredible journey we’ve had in uniting chefs, beverage makers, and hospitality professionals to create a national platform for the food and drink industry of Charleston. Now, we’re asking you to help us continue this legacy and shape the future of our culinary community.
As we enter our 20th year, we are launching a $500,000 fundraising campaign to ensure that Charleston Wine + Food continues to elevate and sustain the culinary and hospitality industries, promote community engagement, and provide opportunities for emerging talent.
Our Mission:
Nourishing the Future
For 20 years, Charleston Wine + Food has been more than just a festival – it’s a celebration of culture, creativity, and collaboration. Our mission is to celebrate the diverse food and beverage community of the greater Charleston area and create sustainable programs that build a vibrant, connected, and thriving culinary and hospitality community.
Through education, mentorship, and direct support, we’ve empowered emerging and established culinary professionals, showcasing their talents and strengthening the ties that bind our community. Together, we can nourish the future of Charleston’s culinary and hospitality industries.
Better With Every Bite
Celebrating 20 Years of Charleston Wine + Food
Just like the finest wines and most beloved recipes, Charleston Wine + Food has only gotten better with age.
For two decades, we’ve stirred the pot, raised our glasses, and brought people together to savor the stories, flavors, and creativity that make Charleston’s culinary scene unlike any other.
Each of these twenty years has added depth, complexity, and character — not only to our festival but to the community we proudly serve. From humble beginnings to a nationally celebrated experience, our journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.
As we mark this milestone, we honor the people, passion, and plates that brought us here. But this celebration isn’t just a look back — it’s a toast to what’s next.
We’re not slowing down. There’s still so much more good to cook up, share, and savor. With every bite, every story, and every gathering, we’re setting the table for a more vibrant, inclusive, and delicious future.
Events to Celebrate 20 Years
To commemorate this special anniversary, we will host a series of celebrations and experiences leading up to and throughout 2026, including:
Private In-Home Dinners
A unique opportunity to dine with chefs, restaurateurs, and community leaders in intimate, one-of-a-kind settings throughout 2025-2026 (September – May).
Community Impact Awards
Our annual industry luncheon returns in January 2026 to honor standout contributors to Charleston’s food + beverage scene. Tickets: $65.
20th Anniversary Festival
Our flagship event, March 4–8, 2026, featuring world-renowned chefs, incredible food and drink, and unforgettable experiences.
Summer Sizzle 2026 (June–July 2026)
A festive series of intimate food and drink events to cap off our anniversary year—celebrating 20 years of impact with community, creativity, and flavor.
Join Us in Nourishing the Future
As we reflect on 20 years of success, we know the next chapter is just beginning. With your help, we can continue to empower the culinary and hospitality community of Charleston for the next 20 years and beyond.
When you give to the CHSWF Culinary + Hospitality Fund, you’re uplifting Charleston’s diverse food + beverage community and helping us share their stories on a national stage. Your support powers programs that build a more sustainable, vibrant, and connected culinary scene — one that thrives for years to come.
