Andrew Zimmern & Carly Jo Jackson

Miami Beach, FL – February 26, 2017 – The Food Network & Cooking Channel South Beach Wine & Food Festival closed out their sweet 16 by dancing the night away and noshing on innovative Asian fare. For the second time, they’ve tapped good friend and James Beard Award-winning TV personality, chef, food writer and teacher, who is widely regarded as one of the most versatile, knowledgeable and “bizarre” personalities in the food world, Andrew Zimmern to host the occasion. Guests danced the night away to beats from live entertainment presented by Menin Hospitality, including Miami-based acoustic pop-rock artist Carly Jo Jackson, and enjoyed interactive games brought to you by Ricky’s. Guests filled up to the brim with sushi, dumplings, dim sum and a variety of other unique eats while sipping on special libations paired specially for these flavorful bites.

Andrew Zimmern & Carly Jo Jackson

Andrew Zimmern & Carly Jo Jackson

Andrew Zimmern & Carly Jo Jackson

Carly Jo Jackson & Andrew Zimmern

Carly Jo Jackson & Andrew Zimmern

Andrew Zimmern

Coz Canler & Andrew Zimmern

Stefanie Smolski & Andrew Zimmern

Andrew Zimmern

Todd Erickson

Rachael Russell & Michael Saiger

Mary Jo Shore & Maryanne Salvat