Excitement Builds For Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival

It’s time for foodies to get excited, as the star-studded lineup for the Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival is announced. The event, which will take place from March 12 to 16, 2025, promises a feast for the senses. Moreover, the much-anticipated event will feature world-renowned chefs, master sommeliers, and mixologists. To add to the excitement, it will also feature TV personalities and musical performances by award-winning artists, set against the stunning backdrop of the Bahamas.

Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival 2025

The 2025 Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival gathers an impressive offering of celebrity chefs, including WCK’s José Andrés, Bobby Flay, Kardea Brown, Katie Lee, Michael Symon, Alon Shaya, JJ Johnson and Michael White.

Moreover, an acclaimed master mixologist, Tony Abou-Ganim, will shake up the beverage scene with expertly crafted cocktails. Meanwhile, the festival will include walk-around tasting events, intimate, chef-led happy hours, live cooking classes and demos, lunches and dinners.

On its third anniversary, NPIWFF will also feature live, exclusive performances by Grammy Award-winning group Baha Men at Tacos & Tequila. Moreover, Jamaica-American, multiple Grammy award-winning reggae singer Shaggy will also join the live, entertainment lineup for a late-night performance at the Festival’s signature Jerk Jam.

Other events at the 2025 NPIWFF include:

Jerk Jam

Signature celebration of the iconic Caribbean flavor, hosted by JJ Johnson and Kardea Brown, featuring a special performance by acclaimed reggae artist Shaggy.

Tacos & Tequila

A vibrant fiesta with gourmet tacos and top-shelf tequila, hosted by Michael Symon and Tony Abou-Ganim, accompanied by live music from Grammy-winning Bahamian band Baha Men.

Taste of Paradise

The festival’s signature tasting event showcases a variety of culinary delights from local and international chefs, including Bobby Flay, and local Bahamian restaurants like Julie Lightbourne’s Sip Sip and McKenize’s Conch Shack.

Wine Dinner with Bobby Flay

A rare opportunity to enjoy an intimate, wine-paired dinner with the celebrity chef at the resort’s Ocean’s Edge bluff.

Conch Tales with José Andrés

A deep dive into sustainable practices for local seafood and Bahamian conch traditions, held at Andrés’ acclaimed restaurant, FISH.

Island Food Tour

A guided culinary adventure through Nassau, led by Michael Symon. The adventure will feature stops at celebrated local restaurants like Bon Vivants, Solemar, Wild Thyme, and The London Tapas & Cocktail Bar.

Rich Culinary Culture of the Bahamas

Along with the lineup of internationally acclaimed chefs, the Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival will feature the culinary culture of the Bahamas. Moreover, the event will see top local chefs, eateries, and the resort’s own renowned culinary team and mixologists.

Among the participating Atlantis Paradise Island restaurants and bars are

• Paranza, an Italian gem from Michelin-starred chef Michael White
• Café Martinique, a reimagined French dining experience
• Shake Shack Atlantis, the first-ever resort-based location offering specialty menu items and a full bar
• Silan, a Mediterranean-inspired eatery from James Beard Award-winning chef Alon Shaya
• Carmine’s, known for its hearty Southern Italian dishes crafted by Chef Glenn Rolink
• The Dilly Club is a zippy cocktail bar with a vibrant nightlife scene.

Meanwhile, the event also features local chefs, restaurateurs and food entrepreneurs, including Bon Vivants, Mudda Freeze, Kitchen Culture, The New Duff, Wild Thyme Restaurant & Bar, The Poop Deck Sandyport and more.

Creating awareness of the Atlantis Blue Project Foundation

Besides enjoying world-class cuisine and entertainment, the festival also supports a meaningful cause by generating awareness of the Atlantis Blue Project Foundation and donating proceeds to the nonprofit, dedicated to protecting marine life and preserving endangered ocean habitats throughout The Bahamas and the Caribbean.

For the full details of events at the festival, plus ticket details, visit npiwff.org and atlantisbahamas.com.