About
The Ocala Food & Wine Festival is a three-day, chef-led culinary celebration featuring culinary competition, beer, wine and spirits education and samples of extraordinary cuisine.
Experience three days of exceptional cuisine at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. This exclusive weekend is your invitation to indulge with top chefs, elegant events and world-class accommodations.
Make the most of the weekend with the Five Star Festival Package, offering exclusive access to the Chefs’ Dinner. Book the package to fully immerse yourself in gourmet cuisine and luxurious comfort.
This 21+ event benefits the Public Education Foundation of Marion County ProStart Program.
Event Schedule – Coming Soon
Five-Star Festival Package
Available at either The Equestrian Hotel or The Riding Academy Hotel
- Two nights’ accommodations for two guests
- Access for two to all signature festival events
- Breakfast credit for two Saturday morning
- Early check-in and late check-out
- 15% off a Calluna Spa service for two
- Surprise Welcome Amenity
- Valet parking (The Equestrian Hotel Only)
Save the Date!
The Ocala Food & Wine Festival at WEC Returns November 6-8, 2026. Purchase a Five-Star Festival Package early and save!
Talent
Chef Stephan Holland
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With over two decades of mastery in Modern American, Spanish, Asian, Japanese, and Haute Cuisine, Chef Stephan Holland brings global finesse to the table. He previously led special projects, openings, and development at Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas and has overseen and conceptualized multiple restaurants in Sweden. Chef Stephan has headlined premier events such as the NPIWFF Wine and Food Festival and collaborated with Andrew Zimmern, Martha Stewart, José Andrés, and Nobu Matsuhisa. Now at The Equestrian Manor at WEC, he is spearheading four new restaurant concepts set to debut in 2025.
Chef Yohann Le Bescond
WEC Complex Executive Pastry Chef
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A 2025 James Beard Awards® semifinalist presented by Capital One, Chef Yohan Le Bescond brings artistry and innovation to his role as Executive Pastry Chef at World Equestrian Center – Ocala. In this position, he orchestrates the pastry programs across the complex’s multiple dining venues.
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