Food Festivals

The autumn event re-creates meals shared by French settlers and Native Americans at an 18th-century fort.

This mooncake's flaky exterior gives way to a creamy, sometimes stinky, core.

The decadent pastry almost outshines the Slovenian lake it's named for.

Welcome to the olympics of oyster shucking.

A beloved dish in ancient Rome, these rodents are now grilled or stewed in select Croatian and Slovenian restaurants.

This midwinter food festival honors Iceland's pagan history.

These seasonal brews gets made with an ephemeral ingredient.

On the island of Mallorca, locals celebrate their viticulture with parades, grape-stomping contests, and a massive fruit fight.

When the clock strikes midnight on the third Thursday of November, fans gather to celebrate the release of this fresh, fruity wine.

A cake so gooey, it requires a spoon.

Every July, a seaside town pays homage to its local mollusks with eating contests, a marine-themed parade, and plenty of fresh seafood.

At this annual event, the bitter sweet enhances everything from sausages to pies to clothing.

A match made in heaven (and also Kentucky).

Goggles are a good idea at this wine-slinging battle.

An ardent celebration of a humble source of protein.