Charleston Wine + Food is turning up the heat with the highly anticipated return of its Summer Sizzle series – a lineup of curated culinary events designed to celebrate the flavors, culture, and community of Charleston all summer long. Tickets for the limited-time series go on sale Thursday, April 17 at 11 AM ET at charlestonwineandfood.com.
Running from May through July, Summer Sizzle blends hands-on experiences, thought-provoking conversations, and festive outdoor gatherings – all anchored in the signature hospitality and flavor-forward storytelling that Charleston Wine + Food is known for.
Highlights of the series include:
● Baking with Mom: A Babka Workshop, May 17 @ 10AM; $125: Celebrate Mother's Day with a hands-on babka-making class led by Asheville-based baker and cookbook author Elana Pearlman and her mom. Guests will create their own braided breads, nosh on sweet bites, and learn about the rich history of this cherished tradition.
● Bar Contra Takeover @ babas on meeting, May 19 @ 6PM; $95: NYC cocktail legend Dave Arnold brings the magic of Bar Contra to Charleston for a one-night-only patio party featuring wildly inventive drinks and imaginative bites from the team at babas on meeting.
● A Taste of Summer with Chef Michelle Weaver, May 29 @ 6PM; $155: Explore summer’s bounty during this educational cooking class with beloved Charleston chef Michelle Weaver, followed by a glass of wine and a meal made by your own two hands.
● A Southern Clambake, May 31 @ 4PM; $150: It’s New England meets the Lowcountry in this waterfront celebration hosted by Clammer Dave’s and Barrier Island Oyster Co – complete with local clams, corn, potatoes, and ice-cold beer.
● We The Pizza: A Conversation with Muhammad Abdul-Hadi, June 11 @ 5:30PM; $35: A powerful evening in conversation with the founder of Down North Pizza, celebrating the release of his debut cookbook and mission to create second chances through food.
● Costa Wine Lunch, June 12 @ 12:30PM; $165: Chef Vinson Petrillo hosts an elegant, Italian-inspired wine lunch at Costa, blending coastal charm with thoughtful hospitality and unforgettable flavors.
● Juneteenth Cookout presented by Black Expo + CHSWF, June 20 @ 6PM; $125: In collaboration with Black Expo, this vibrant outdoor gathering will honor Black creativity and community with food, music, and celebration.
● Beyond the Bottle June 21 @ 9AM; $275: Go from grain to glass with High Wire Distilling Co., visiting the Jimmy Red Corn fields followed by a Southern picnic and whiskey tasting.
● Korean BBQ with Sarah’s Dumps, June 26 @ 6PM; $145: Get hands-on with Korean BBQ techniques, side dishes, and dumplings with Sarah + Nate Williams-Scalise of Sarah’s Dumps.
● Tortillas with Michael Toscano, June 28 @ 12PM; $145: Learn the art of tortilla-making with Chef Michael Toscano of Blanca Estrada Taqueria in a class that’s both delicious and deeply personal.
● Lillian’s Petit Market Signature Dinner, July 10 @ 6PM; $175: Celebrate Charleston’s summer mushroom bounty during this intimate, natural wine-paired dinner experience at Lillian’s.
● Finding Edna Lewis Screening + Conversation, July 23 @ 6PM; $35: Join culinary historian Deb Freeman for a screening of her new documentary Finding Edna Lewis, followed by a conversation with North Charleston’s own Amethyst Ganaway.
Tickets are expected to sell quickly. Visit charlestonwineandfood.com on Thursday, April 17 at 11 AM ET to secure your seat at the table.