The Wine Rendezvous Grand Tasting & Chef Showcase

June 6, 2026

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The Woodlands Waterway Marriott Hotel & Convention Center
1601 Lake Robbins Dr., The Woodlands, TX 77380

The Wine Rendezvous Grand Tasting & Chef Showcase has been touted as one of the most spectacular wine and culinary events in the country.

A culinary extravaganza for the decadent taste bud enthusiasts. Food as art, you’ll enjoy chef demonstrations and culinary offerings from 35 restaurants competing to be the winner of the Chef of Chefs Culinary Awards, as voted by an esteemed panel of judges. Featuring hundreds of wines, The Wine Rendezvous Grand Tasting & Chef Showcase presents guests with the opportunity to slip into their finest attire and be in the company of serious wine enthusiasts and outstanding culinary talent.

After the official kick-off toast at 6:45pm – guests enter the grand ballroom open to enjoy an around the world experience through your taste buds. Start your experience at the Bubbles Cove and enjoy hours of enjoyment followed by the grand announcement of the Chef of Chefs award-winners.

At the closing ceremony, the Winner of the Chef of Chefs Culinary Awards, as voted by an esteemed panel of judges, will take home the Chef of Chefs trophy and $5,000 cash prize. For the serious wine enthusiast, you’ll want to upgrade to the Bayway Cadillac VIP Luxury Lounge. Crème de la crème wine selections for discerning palates are offered in swank surroundings within a private lounging area.

Official kick-off toast and Hall of Fame Induction at 6:45pm

VIP LUXURY LOUNGE

If the finer life is more your style, the lavish VIP Luxury Lounge is the place for you. Indulge in luxury with crème de la crème wine selections only available in this posh playground. Rub elbows with Wine & Food Week special guests, celebrities, media, and food judges throughout the evening. A culinary extravaganza for the decadent taste bud enthusiasts.

Plus culinary offerings from 35 restaurants competing to be the winner of the Chef of Chefs Culinary Awards, as voted by an esteemed panel of judges. The Wine Rendezvous Grand Tasting & Chef Showcase is an adult playground indulging your senses. Slip into your finest attire and be in the company of serious wine enthusiasts and experts.

ATTIRE
Cocktail attire

IMPORTANT INFO
Tickets are all-inclusive. All food and beverage tastings are included in ticket price.
Must be 21+ to attend.

2026 Tickets

General Admission - $150

An adult wonderland of culinary creations and fine wines. Live action food preparations by accomplished chefs competing for the nationally coveted Chef of Chefs.

Bayway Cadillac VIP Luxury Lounge - $200

VIP Admission tickets include: All Inclusive Access to the event.
Plus, créme de la créme wines and special guests in an exclusive, intimate VIP area with seating. An adult wonderland of culinary creations and fine wines. Live action food preparations by accomplished chefs competing for the nationally coveted Chef of Chefs competition.

Private Table - $1,575

A Private Table ticket includes 8 general admission entries, giving your group full access to enjoy unlimited wine and culinary tastings throughout the Grand Tasting experience.

VIP Private Table - $2,500

A VIP Private Table ticket includes 8 VIP admission entries, granting your group elevated access with premium wines, exclusive lounge areas, and all-inclusive tasting at the Grand Tasting event.