Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.8, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Louisiana Food & Wine Festival Louisiana’s Best Week of Food & Wine ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home 2026](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/) - MARCH 12 – 15, 2026 LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA MENUMENU VOLUNTEER CONTACT Become An Insider Louisiana’s Best Week of Food & Wine The Louisiana Food + Wine Festival, hosted by Visit Lake Charles celebrates the best of Louisiana and the South, from its culinary superstars and beverage experts to southwest Louisiana’s unique Cajun and Creole heritage - [Ticket Packages](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/ticket-packages/) - Ticket Packages NEW Ticket Packages are now available – perfect way to enjoy the entire festival and/or combined events! Grab your besties and plan to SAVE approximately 30%. There are a limited number of packages available so don’t wait! Weekend Package Includes one tickets to the following events: “Fire on the Lake”, Friday, March 13, - [Talent](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/) - Participating Talent (Our featured participants are being finalized and will be updated as they confirm their participation) Roy Angelle SOWELA Technical Community College Kirk Ards Maestro’s Mixers Rob Bocage KPLC 7NEWS Sunrise Yvette Marie Bonanno Louisiana Crawfish Lyle Broussard Crying Eagle Brewing - Lakefront Stephen Coblentz Chart House at the Golden Nugget Lake Charles Amanda - [Volunteer](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/volunteer/) - Volunteer There are a variety of volunteer roles available to be involved in the festival, including festival operations, admissions, beverage/culinary serving opportunities and general ambassadors for wayfinding and guest relations.You must be 21 years of age or older to volunteer for the festival. Volunteers receive a souvenir Louisiana Food and Wine Festival apron, souvenir glassware - [Home](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/home-new/) - MARCH 12 – 15, 2026 LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA MENUMENU VOLUNTEER CONTACT Become An Insider 2026 Tickets Now on SALE! Exciting News - we’re moving to cooler weather next year!Please mark your calendars for March 12 – 15, 2026! Early Bird Discount Tickets On Sale November 4, 2025! Louisiana’s Best Week of Food & Wine The - [Tickets](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/tickets/) - Tickets You MUST be 21 years of age or older to attend most Festival events. All ticket sales are FINAL & NON-REFUNDABLE, Rain or Shine. Venue locations may change or may not be finalized at the time of purchase. Ticket holders MUST confirm each event venue location and time prior to attending by visiting the - [Sign Up - Louisiana’s Best Taste Awards](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/best-taste-awards/) - [Sign Up - Taste of Louisiana Alley](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/taste-of-la/) - [test5](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/test5/) - [Terms and Conditions](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/terms-and-conditions/) - Terms and Conditions The Louisiana Food & Wine Festival is presented by The AdFish Group. Any references made to The Louisiana Food & Wine Festival , or the AdFish Group, LLC should be considered applicable to all entities.The AdFish Group, LLC operates the web sites louisianafoodandwinefestival.com. 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Each kit includes one book and volunteer designed props, games, or other activities to make the reading interactive The Festival’s Charity Partner, United Way of Southwest Louisiana - [Travel](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/travel/) - Travel DETAILS COMING SOON! - [Contact](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/contact/) - [Privacy Policy](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy Louisiana Food & Wine Festival is presented by the AdFish Group, LLC. Any references made to Louisiana Food & Wine Festival or The AdFish Group should be considered applicable to both entities.The AdFish Group is committed to protecting the privacy of the personal information you provide to us. 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Raleigh](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/sheri-l-raleigh/) - [Huy Pham](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/huy-pham/) - [Jernard Wells](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/jernard-wells/) - [Kristen Preau](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/kristen-preau/) - [Jeremy Reilly](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/jeremy-reilly/) - [Reiniel Vicente Diaz](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/reiniel-vicente-diaz/) - [Horace Trahan & the Ossun Express](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/horace-trahan-the-ossun-express-2/) - [Flamethrowers](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/flamethrowers/) - [Andrew Caskey](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/andrew-caskey/) - [John Bridges](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/john-bridges/) - [Jacob Gillett](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/jacob-gillett/) - [Andrew Green](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/andrew-green/) - [Anthony Goldsmith](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/anthony-goldsmith/) - [Jay Ecker Trio](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/jay-ecker-trio/) - [Tiffany Derry](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/tiffany-derry/) - [Kevin Williams](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/kevin-williams/) - [Mimi Armistead](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/mimi-armistead/) - [Greg Gatlin](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/greg-gatlin/) - [Owen Hohl](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/owen-hohl/) - [Rebekah Hoffpauir](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/rebekah-hoffpauir/) - [Paul Pettefer](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/paul-pettefer/) - [Sullivan Zant](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/sullivan-zant/) - [Benchawan Jabthong Painter](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/benchawan-jabthong-painter/) - [Jason Gonzalez](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/jason-gonzalez/) - [Ben Herrera](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/ben-herrera/) - [Renda Ruiz](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/renda-ruiz/) - [Larry Mannheimer](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/larry-mannheimer-2/) - [Dustin Frederick](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/dustin-frederick/) - [David Phillips](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/david-phillips/) - [Oscar Valle](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/oscar-valle/) - [Ryan Hacker](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/ryan-hacker/) - [Edgar "Dook" Chase, IV](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/edgar-dook-chase-iv/) - [Meg Bickford](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/meg-bickford/) - [John Currence](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/talent/john-currence/) ## Events - [Sunday Jazz Brunch 2025](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/events/sunday-jazz-brunch-2025/) - An all-inclusive lavish brunch featuring unlimited beverage tastings, live Jazz music, carving stations, Louisiana Seafood, omelet stations, desserts and more. - [Grand Tasting 2025](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/events/grand-tasting/) - ←Back to All Events Louisiana Food & Wine Festival, Grand Tasting presented by Saturday, March 14, 2026 Time: TBDLocation: 1111 Bord du Lac Park, Bord du Lac Dr., Lake Charles, 70601 Time: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm: Grand Tasting;1:00 pm – 5:00 pm: VIP Experience/Early Access to Grand TastingLocation: 1111 Bord du Lac Park, Bord - [Fire on the Lake 2025](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/events/fire-on-the-lake-2025/) - A showcase of the south’s most celebrated chefs, Pitmasters and grill masters with live music and wine, beer and spirits along Lake Charles. - [Louisiana’s Best Taste Awards 2025](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/events/louisianas-best-taste-awards/) - This professionally judged event will reveal the winners of Louisiana’s Best Taste Awards. Beverage tasting stations include, wine, beer, spirits and craft cocktails, along with indoor and outdoor seating and tasting stations with live music. - [Fire on the Lake 2024](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/events/fire-on-the-lake-2024/) - ←Back to All Events Fire on the Lake Friday, September 19, 2025 Time: 6:30 pm – 8:30 pmLocation: 1111 Bord du Lac Park, Bord du Lac Dr., Lake Charles, 70601 Presented by Location: 1111 Bord du Lac Park, Bord du Lac Dr., Lake Charles, 70601 Tickets: TBD Event Type: Outdoor/Rain or Shine Attire & Info: - [Louisiana Inspired Master Classes](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/events/master-classes/) - ←Back to All Events Louisiana Inspired Master Classes Friday, September 19, 2025 **(total of 4 classes) Time: 10:30 am – 4:00 pmLocation: SOWELA Technical Community College – Culinary, Gaming & Hospitality Building, 3841 Sen. J. Bennett Johnston Ave Lake Charles, LA 70615 Location: SOWELA Technical Community College – Culinary, Gaming & Hospitality Building, 3841 Sen. ## Participates In - [Best Chefs Wine Dinner](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/best-chefs-wine-dinner/) - [Best Chefs Wine Dinner Reception](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/best-chefs-wine-dinner-reception/) - [louisiana-celebrity-cehfs-wine-dinner-2024](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/louisiana-celebrity-cehfs-wine-dinner-2024/) - [2024 Talent](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/2024-talent/) - [grand-tasting-2024](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/grand-tasting-2024/) - [fire-on-the-lake-2024](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/fire-on-the-lake-2024/) - [louisiana-celebrity-chefs-wine-dinner-reception-2024](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/louisiana-celebrity-chefs-wine-dinner-reception-2024/) - [2025 Talent](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/2025-talent/) - [Louisiana's Best Tasting Awards 2025](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/louisianas-best-tasting-awards-2025/) - [Louisiana’s Best Tasting Awards Reception 2025](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/louisianas-best-tasting-awards-reception-2025/) - [2026 Talent](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/2026-talent/) - [Best Taste Awards 2026](https://louisianafoodandwinefestival.com/participates-in/best-taste-awards-2026/)