Whiskey & Fuego Miami: A Sizzling Culinary Showdown You Can’t Miss
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Miami never does anything halfway—especially when fire, flavor, and world-class whiskey collide. This year, Whiskey & Fuego Miami is taking over the legendary Biltmore Hotel on Sunday, December 14, lighting up Coral Gables with a culinary spectacle designed for the bold, the curious, and the flavor-obsessed. Packed with smokey bites, premium pours, and Miami’s top culinary talent, it’s the kind of event that turns a regular Sunday into a full-on sensory celebration.
This immersive tasting experience is where open-flame cooking meets the global world of whiskey—and Miami is ready. Whether you're a food lover, whiskey enthusiast, or simply here for the vibes, this is one Miami event you’ll want to lock into your calendar ASAP. So grab your fireproof appetite and let’s dive into the hottest culinary party of the season.
Why Whiskey & Fuego Miami Is Pure Magic
At its core, Whiskey & Fuego is about bringing people together through unforgettable flavors, communal fire pits, and world-class spirits.
Presented by Heritage Fire and Whiskies of the World, this fiery walk-around tasting experience transforms the grounds of the iconic Biltmore into a culinary playground where chefs, pitmasters, and distillers unite for one extraordinary night.
Expect to savor responsibly raised heritage meats slow-cooked over live flames, sip rare whiskey pours you can’t find anywhere else, enjoy specialty cocktails, and discover culinary creativity from Miami’s favorite chefs.
This isn't your typical tasting event. It’s immersive. It's intimate. It's Miami turned all the way up.
A Chef Lineup That's Straight-Up Fire (Literally)
Miami’s culinary scene always shows up—and for Whiskey & Fuego, it’s bringing the heat.
The 2025 roster includes a powerhouse group of local legends, each one ready to
flex their open-fire cooking skills:
🔥 Aitor Garate (Edan Bistro)
🔥 Andrew Gonzalez (Night Owl Cookies)
🔥 Darien Borges & Ismael Llano (Pin Pan Pollo)
🔥 Eduardo Lara (The Wolf of Tacos)
🔥 Giorgio Rapicavoli (Luca Osteria & Eating House)
🔥 Jeff Bud (Apocalypse BBQ)
🔥 Karl Hayden (Hate Mondays Tavern)
🔥 Mel Rodriguez & Rey Esperon (La Traila Barbecue)
🔥 Ron Duprat (The Cabana Grille)
🔥 Stephanie Diaz (Cry Baby)
🔥 Val Mayes (The Amalfi Llama)
🔥 Victor Rosales (Toro Toro Miami)
From barbecue royalty to taco phenoms to Miami’s dessert king, this cast is ready to deliver some of the boldest, smokiest, most drool-worthy dishes of the year.
Epic Whiskey Pours from Around the Globe
Where there’s fire, there must be whiskey—and Whiskey & Fuego does not disappoint. Attendees will enjoy a world-class lineup of spirits from international distillers, boutique brands, and household names.
Expect pours from brands like Frey Ranch, Kilchoman, Wolfburn, Port Askaig, Black Tot Rum, Hakata Whisky, Don Q, and dozens more. It’s an exploratory journey for your taste buds, giving you the chance to sip, compare, and talk directly with the makers.
To learn more about participating brands, www.whiskiesoftheworld.com
VIP or General Admission? Here’s the Move
Because this is Miami—and we love options—guests can choose from two types of tickets.
VIP Admission ($175)
45-minute early access
VIP-exclusive whiskey pours
Welcome beverage
All GA offerings
First dibs on the hottest bites
This is your best bet if you like eating before the crowds or simply enjoy feeling extra.
General Admission ($125)
All-inclusive live-fire bites
Global whiskey sampling
Additional drink pairings
Live entertainment
Access to chefs & distillers
Both tickets deliver outstanding value—but VIP guarantees a more intimate, elevated tasting journey.
Whiskey & Fuego Miami: The Heart Behind the Heat
One of the most remarkable things about this event is its commitment to impact. Proceeds benefit Event Zero, a nonprofit championing environmental and social sustainability in the live events world.
Guests are encouraged to bring reusable water bottles, with on-site refill stations supporting eco-friendly efforts.
This means every bite and every sip contributes to something meaningful—a beautiful reflection of Miami’s evolving culinary and social landscape.
Plan Your Night: When & Where
The Biltmore Hotel: 1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables, FL
Sunday, December 14, 2025
VIP Early Access: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
General Admission: 5:45 PM – 8:30 PM
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The Bottom Line: Whiskey & Fuego Miami Is the Event of the Season
Bold flavors. Open-flame theatrics. Endless whiskey pours. Miami’s top chefs. An iconic setting. And a community-driven purpose at its core.
This is the Miami holiday event people will be talking about long after the fire burns out.
If you love unforgettable culinary experiences, unbeatable whiskey tasting, and vibing with Miami’s tastemakers, Whiskey & Fuego Miami belongs at the top of your December must-do list.
🔥 Come hungry. 🔥 Come curious. 🔥 Come ready to ignite your senses.