TEMECULA, CA — The great wines of Europe are being poured this weekend at Temecula Valley Wine Country's fifth annual European Wine and Food Festival. Expect food, wine, music and the best that Europa Village Winery has to offer.
On Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., the main festival will take place at the winery at 41150 Via Europa. Tickets are still available for visitors to taste over 50 European wines, beers, and spirits, paired with European bites from France, Italy, Spain, and the United Kingdom (England, Scotland, and Ireland).
Tickets to Sunday Brunch at Bolero Restaurante remain available as of Wednesday. This is not to be missed for those staying the weekend or for Temecula residents.
The main event and Sunday Brunch are ideal for locals who want to get the full European experience close to home.
No one does food and wine quite like Europa. With Executive Chef Hany Ali running the show, guests are promised a trip through Europe in sights, sounds, and flavors without needing stamps in your passport.
"Sip, savor, and explore the best of Europe all in one place. From the vineyards of Italy to the shores of Spain, immerse yourself in a world of flavor where every sip and bite tells a story," they say. "With over 50 exceptional wines, a dedicated beer and spirits garden, gourmet bites crafted by our award-winning culinary team, and an array of unique entertainment, this isn't just a festival; it's a feast for the senses."
For 2026, Europa Village is elevating the event into "California's Biggest European Wine and Food Festival," according to the winery.
They are hosting a three-day immersive celebration, elevating California's largest European Wine and Food Festival and transforming the signature event "into a full weekend of indulgence," according to a winery spokesperson.
Executive Chef Hany Ali spoke with the media about the food at this weekend's events. "Europa Village is three winery components: Spain, Italy, and France. You get the whole European experience at the resort," Ali said.
Chef Orlando De Leon described some of the food that will be available, including tastes of Italy, such as gnocchi in brown butter served with a wheel of parmesan. From England: Shepherd's pie, bangers and mash, fish and chips, and mince pies. From France, taste the delicacies of ratatouille and more.
"We are taking you on an adventure," Ali said.
"Come for one event or experience the entire three-day experience, he added. "There is a 12-course wine tasting dinner on Friday (sold out), The Great Taste of Europa tasting event on Saturday and brunch on Sunday at Bolero Restaurante."
Note: You must be 21 or older to attend.
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