06/12/2026
Can you put ice in red wine?
Kevin Zraly and Daniel Posner have spoken, and the verdict is unanimous: yes, you absolutely can. No wine police. No cork-snob summons. No dramatic fainting into the cheese board. š·š§
A huge thank you to Kevin Zraly, legendary wine educator, author, and host of the Connoisseurs Tent seminars, and Daniel Posner, owner of Grapes The Wine Company, the festivalās official wine partner and wine purveyor. Their knowledge, humor, and generosity have helped make Westchester Magazineās Wine & Food Festival such a beloved tradition through the years.
And what a night it has been! Thank you to everyone who joined us today for Burgers, Beer & Barrels at Kensico Dam Plaza, celebrating incredible local restaurants, craft beverages, and the search for the best burger in Westchester.
The festival fun continues with the Wine Collectorsā Dinner on Friday, June 12 at The Kittle House Inn, followed by the signature Grand Tasting Village on Saturday, June 13 at Kensico Dam Plaza, featuring chef demos, tastings from 40+ local restaurants, 200+ wines and spirits, and the Connoisseurs Tent with Kevin Zraly.
Proceeds benefit the Westchester Parks Foundation, supporting the parks and open spaces that make Westchester such a special place to gather.
This was filmed earlier this week at the festival kickoff at RiverMarket in Tarrytown. Stay tuned for more from Westchester Magazineās Wine & Food Festival!