The Hong Kong Tourism Board’s annual event, the “Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival,” will take place from 29 October to 1 November 2026 at the Central Harbourfront Event Space and Tamar Park. This year’s festival theme is “Taste the Best of the World,” showcasing fine wines and gourmet food from approximately 31 countries and regions, allowing locals and visitors to savour the renowned wines of Bordeaux and Burgundy under the starry skies of Victoria Harbour without travelling to France.
Ticket Discounts and Event Highlights
Starting today, citizens can purchase tickets via Trip.com, enjoying discounted prices for the Prestige Wine Pass or Tasting Pass, with the Prestige Wine Pass package starting at HK$558 (valued at HK$900), which includes free admission. The event will feature over 340 booths and will introduce pavilions from Australia, Canada, and South Korea for the first time.
Expert Insights and Wine Tasting Tours
This year’s festival will feature a special interview with Asia’s first Master of Wine, Jeannie Cho Lee, who will analyse the allure of Burgundy wines and their popularity in the Hong Kong market. Additionally, wine tasting consultant Matt Hui (Matt Sir) will share how Bordeaux wines pair with local Hong Kong delicacies, allowing participants to experience delightful East-West fusion.
To enhance the wine tasting experience, this year’s festival will introduce guided wine tasting tours, designed with three thematic routes: “Global Cabernet Sauvignon Journey,” “Legendary Wine Region Tasting,” and “Surprise Pairing Journey,” enabling participants to gain deeper insights into the fine wines from different regions and wine pairing techniques.
Must-Try Wine Recommendations
- Beginner’s Choice: Joseph Drouhin Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Mouches Rouge 2023
- Rare Selection: Maison Louis Latour Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2022
- Treasure Worth Seeking: Domaine du Château de Marsannay Marsannay Rouge 2020
Participants can taste a variety of selected wines from Burgundy at the Prestige Wine Area G24 booth and receive expert tasting advice to explore the Burgundy wines that best suit their palate.
The “Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival” attracts numerous wine enthusiasts and food lovers each year, allowing everyone to enjoy a feast of fine wines and gourmet dishes during this grand event.