Great Taste Of Europa Sets The Table For Temecula Valley Wine Country This Weekend

TEMECULA, CA — The great wines of Europe are being poured this weekend at Temecula Valley Wine Country's premier 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. at the winery located at 41150 Via Europa, taste over 50 European wines, beers, and spirits, with paired European bites from France, Italy, Spain, and England.

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.

"The Great Taste of Europa Wine & Food Festival is your passport to an unforgettable culinary and libation adventure," a spokesperson for the winery says.

"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.

This is a three-day immersive celebration and the pièce de résistance from Executive Chef Hany Ali.

"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, The Great Taste of Europe tasting event on Saturday and brunch on Sunday."

Check the website and get your tickets in advance, as many events are sold out while others still have tickets available.

Note: You must be 21 or older to attend.