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The 3rd annual Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival is returning to Atlantis Paradise Island on March 11 to 15, 2026. The festival has assembled all star culinary talents and celebrities, including
- Rachel Ray
- Tom Colicchio
- JJ Johnson
- Jose Andres
- Michael Symon
- Ian Kittichai
- Michael White
- Aaron Sanchez
- Glenn Rolnick
- Antonia Lafaso
- Sugar Ray
- Tony Abou-Ganim
There are also local culinary talent:
- Antonia Williams
- Devan McGhee
- Niko Imbert
- Allen Feinstein
- Darren Sinclair
- Garnette Mills
- Sakinah & Sumayyah Cargill
- Xavia Higgs
- Delia Rutherford
- Julie Lightbourne
- Theodore Clarke
- Shivanthi Hall
- Wayne Moncur
- Simon Smith
- Racquel Jones
- Lee Armbrister
- Kenneth McKinzie
- Lindell Clarke
- Feliz Gonzalez
- Delia Burrows
- Charmaine Blanc
- Ali Feinstein
- Kendrick Delaney
- Rommel Blazo
These celebrities and culinary talent will host walk around tasting events, intimate chef led happy hours, lunches and dinners and lively culinary demonstrations.
Festival Events
Wednesday, March 11th
- 6 pm – Wine Down Wednesday:
- With stunning views of Nassau Harbour and the ocean, enjoy pours of fine wines and Bahamian bites
- Price: $200 per person
- 7 pm – Opening Night Swirl Party:
- Indulge in unlimited food and wine and enjoy music from a live DJ
- Price: $150 per person
Thursday, March 12th
- 2 pm – Master Class & Lunch with Michael White:
- Michelin recognized Italian chef teaching expert level pasta making techniques
- Price: $250 per person
- 4:30 pm – Sunshine Cocktail Clinic with Tony Abou-Ganim
- Join Tony Abou-Ganim to see cocktail shaking magic paired with curated bites
- Price: $100+
- Ages: 18+
- 6 pm – Paella on the Patio with Jose Andres
- Paella Party complemented by exceptional wines and good entertainment
- Price: $250+
- Ages: 18+
- 7 pm – Sparkles at Sunset:
- Champagne varietals paired with savory and sweet bites
- Price: $200+
- Ages: 18+
- 7 pm – Wine Dinner with Tom Collechie
- Celebrity chef Tom Collechie hosts a dinner with wine pairing in a seaside setting
- Price: $300
- Ages: 18+
- 7:30 pm – Early Entry Pass Taco & Tequila:
- Talent: Aaron Sanchez
- This fiesta features a special performance by DJ Pauly D
- Price: $150+
- All ages welcome
Friday, March 13th
- 11:00 am – Island Food Tour with Michael Symon
- Take a luxury food tour across Nassau and enjoy curated meals at top restaurants.
- Price: $500 per person
- 6 pm – Sunset Soiree
- An unforgettable evening of extraordinary bites and crafted cocktails
- Price: $200 per person
- 7 pm – Atlantis Chef’s Table with Michael White and Antonia Lafaso
- Dinner hosted by Chef Michael White & Antonia Lafaso featuring Italian dishes and wines
- Price: $300
- Ages: 18+
- 7 pm – Wine Dinner with Rachel Ray
- Multi course menu with exceptional wines against the backdrop of the sea
- Price: $300+
- Ages: 18+
- 7:30 pm – A Taste of Paradise
- Savor diverse flavors and enjoy live entertainment. The all access pass includes Early Entry to three events
- Price: $150+
- All ages
- 8 pm – Cocodrilo After Dark with Aaron Sanchez
- A fiesta with Spring Mexican hors d’oeuvres
- Price: $175
- Ages: 18+
Saturday, March 14th
- 9 am – Catch & Cook with Tom Colicchio
- Go on a fishing adventure and your catch will become a culinary masterpiece
- Price: $1,500
- 6 pm – Seafood Social with Rachel Ray
- Savor fresh recipes from Rachel Ray with stunning ocean views, refreshing beverages and live entertainment
- Price: $275+
- Ages: 18+
- 7 pm – Wine Dinner with Michael Symon
- Enjoy a dinner with wine pairings in a beautiful seaside setting
- Price: $300+
- All ages
- 8 pm – Jerk Jam with JJ Johnson & Antonia Lafaso
- A signature Bahamian inspired dinner with live cooking demonstrations, beer, wine and cocktails. Entertainment will be Sugar Ray
- Price: $200+
- All ages
Sunday, March 16th
- 11 am – R&B Brunch with JJ Johnson
- Brunch with JJ Johnson and R&B jams and live performance by a legendary R&B artist
- Price: $200+
- Ages: 18+
- 6 pm – Carmine’s Sunday Supper with Glenn Rolnick
- An extravagant family style feast featuring unique menu creations
- Price: $175+
- Ages: 18+
- 7 pm – My Big Fat Mexican Italian Dinner with Aaron Sanchez and Antonia Lafaso
- Mexican flavors blend with Italian traditions with modern twists to Italian cuisine
- Price: $200+
- Ages: 18+
- 8 pm – Ko Sa Wan Closing Dinner Party with Chef In Kittichai
- Groove to a live DJ & enjoy special surprises
- Price: $200+
- Ages: 17+
You can purchase individual classes here or you can purchase packages.
Special Packages
You can purchase the following packages here.
- Festival Pass
- Includes tickets to:
- Tacos & Tequila – Thursday
- Taste of Paradise – Friday
- Jerk Jam – Saturday
- Price: $450 per person
- Includes tickets to:
- Wine Dinner Pass
- Includes 3 dining experiences:
- Tom Colicchio – Thursday
- Rachel Ray – Friday
- Michael Symon – Saturday
- Price: $720 per person
- Includes 3 dining experiences:
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Promo Code
You can enjoy 26% off on all events at the Wine & Food Festival if you use the promo code “FEAST26″ when you purchase tickets here.