food network DISCOVERING THE WORLD OF FOOD ONE TRIP AT A TIME

Private Cocktail Hour at Food Network Kitchens co-hosted by Melissa d'Arabian and Aarti Sequeira the season six winner of The Next Food Network Star!

Location:

Food Network Kitchens

VIP Travel Exclusive:

Event created exclusively for you!

Mix and mingle with Melissa d'Arabian and Aarti Sequeira during a private cocktail hour and Tour of the Food Network Kitchens. This true insider event was crafted exclusively for the Food Network Travel VIP Ticketholders. Our Executive Chef, Rob Bleifer, will show you the behind the scenes of where all the recipes are created for all of our cookbooks and Food Network Magazine. You may even recognize the Production Kitchen from scenes of Throwdown with Bobby Flay, The Next Food Network Star and Emeril Live!

Grand Tasting Session *

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Speedline access!**

Location:

Pier 54 in Hudson River Park - Entrance at the Welcome Center - 10th Avenue and West 15th Street

The Grand Tasting presented by ShopRite is the ultimate New York City culinary showcase. The Grand Tasting features some of the best restaurants in the city alongside world-renowned makers of wines and spirits in the Southern Wine & Spirits of New York portfolio. Enjoy signature recipes, wine and spirits samples and tempting treats as you stroll along Pier 54 and overlook the Hudson River. Savor delicious samples of award-winning ShopRite brand culinary treats from the area's leading supermarket and stop by sponsors' areas to experience their latest products and finest wares. Every guest will receive a complimentary Waterford Crystal glass.

Tacos & Tequila hosted by Bobby Flay

Location:

82 Mercer - 82 Mercer Street, between Broome and Spring Streets

The humble taco experienced a bit of a renaissance in NY this year as a new wave of Mexican restaurants opened and exposed New Yorkers to authentic versions of this staple of Mexican cuisine. But what would happen if we challenged New York's best non-Mexican chefs to come up with their spin on a taco? That's what Bobby Flay wondered, so he's invited some of his friends to join him for this first time party and the only rule is it has to be delicious! Steak, fish, duck - they're all on the menu, and it doesn't even have to be in a tortilla - any kind of wrap will do! To keep it interesting, we made sure some of the nuevo Mexican chefs are on hand to represent. There will be plenty of tequila to keep the party festive and a live DJ will make sure the music doesn't stop!

Sweet hosted by Duff Goldman and Sandra Lee

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Speedline access!**

Location:

la venue at the Waterfront - 608 West 28th Street, between 11th and 12th Avenues

The signature event that started it all returns once again! Introduced in 2007, Sweet - the over-the-top, all dessert tasting featuring a veritable who's who of sugar - is back to satisfy your sweet tooth. Taste a delicious selection of Godiva's chocolates with a debut of new Bakery Dessert Truffles and a special dessert created by Godiva Senior Chef Chocolatier David Funaro. Set in the most decadent of chocolate surroundings; maneuver your way through the homey cupcakes and cookies by your favorite bakeries and splurge on the extravagant and ornate creations from award-winning pastry chefs. This year's line-up will not disappoint! Start your evening with a sip of Champagne in a glass that's yours to keep, and continue with creative cocktails. Co-hosted by the Ace of Cakes himself, Duff Goldman, and joined by Semi-Homemade sensation Sandra Lee, this decadent soiree promises to send you off with sweet dreams, not to mention the Godiva Gems that you'll receive as you leave! As if the night couldn't get any sweeter, special guest Candy Queen Dylan Lauren will showcase her bestselling book Dylan's Candy Bar: Unwrap Your Sweet Life. Don't forget to vote for your favorite dessert in the Godiva Sweet Treats People's Choice Award Competition. How SWEET it is to be at this event.

Paula Deen Brunch

VIP Travel Exclusive:

Reserved Seating

Location:

The Plaza 770 Fifth Avenue at Central Park South

The house is coming down and the steeple will shake as The Georgia Peach herself Paula Deen hosts Paula Deen's Down Home Cookin' Gospel Brunch. Get ready for a high-spirited gathering as Deen shares all her favorite recipes from Paula's Home Cooking including the Lady & Sons Restaurant all-time classic French Toast with bananas and walnuts. Together with Matt & Ted Lee, Elizabeth Karmel, and Katie Lee, The Queen of Southern Cuisine, Paula Deen, will showcase the beauty and charm of America's Dixie region through good Southern eats buffet style with Gospel melodies for this communal experience. The fruity and soft Australian Wine [yellow tail] Bubbles will accompany the potatoes, grits, omelets and other decadent dishes. Come with an open heart and leave with a full stomach.