--- title: "A Celebration of Flavor, Elegance, and Caribbean Spirit" url: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/blog/2025/10/16/a-celebration-of-flavor-elegance-and-caribbean-spirit/ date: 2025-10-16 modified: 2026-09-02 lang: en author: "Gitti" description: "Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival 2025: A Celebration of Flavor, Elegance, and Caribbean Spirit Casa de Campo Resort & Villas once again became the epicenter of the Caribbean’s..." categories: - "Blog" image: https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/FW25D1-56-scaled-1-1024x576.jpg word_count: 556 --- # A Celebration of Flavor, Elegance, and Caribbean Spirit ## Key Takeaways - Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival 2025 is the third edition and takes place over an unforgettable weekend at the Marina Riverside Center and Minitas Beach Club. - Scott Conant, Hubert Keller, Joe Isidori, and Inés Páez “Chef Tita” lead live demonstrations, with dishes including Ricotta Gnudi with Baby Tomato Salsa, Watermelon Bloody Mary, Meatballs with Ricotta and Marinara, and Tuna Crudo with Coconut Water and Guavaberry. - Ron Ozama debuts at the festival as a new Dominican rum brand created by David “Big Papi” Ortiz, and its tasting station features Blanco, Añejo, and Gran Añejo varieties. ## Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival 2025: A Celebration of Flavor, Elegance, and Caribbean Spirit Casa de Campo Resort & Villas once again became the epicenter of the Caribbean’s culinary world with the triumphant third edition of the Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival, presented by American Express. Over an unforgettable weekend, food lovers, chefs, and connoisseurs gathered at the Marina Riverside Center and Minitas Beach Club to celebrate the artistry of cuisine, the joy of discovery, and the timeless elegance that define Casa de Campo. ![Attendees of the 2025 Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival ](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Carlos-Mardones-Scott-Conant-Charles-Keusters-Hubert-Keller-scaled-1-1024x682.jpg) ![Attendees of the 2025 Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival ](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Clarissa-Molina-Jason-Kycek-Raul-de-Molina-Mily-de-Molina-scaled-1-1024x682.jpg) ![Attendees of the 2025 Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival ](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/JOEISI1-scaled-1-1024x682.jpg) ![Chefs at the 2025 Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Juan-Pena-Carlos-Mardones-Adrian-Ramirez-Marcus-Gleadow-scaled-1-1024x682.jpg) ![Guests attending the 2025 Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/EileenMcloughlinTomMcloughlinStaceyAzizJhonAziz-scaled-1-1024x682.jpg) ![](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/FN3A6213-scaled-1-1024x682.jpg) ![Guests attending the 2025 Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/FN3A6216-scaled-1-1024x682.jpg) ![Guests attending the 2025 Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/FN3A6219-scaled-1-1024x682.jpg) ![Guests attending the 2025 Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival](https://www.casadecampo.com.do/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/VictorHenriquezElyCastilloNicoleCaroCarlosGuzman-scaled-1-1024x682.jpg) ### A Weekend of Stars, Flavor, and Celebration Guided by the charismatic energy of Raúl de Molina and Clarissa Molina, the festival brought together a stellar lineup of international chefs, live entertainment, and exclusive tasting experiences. Culinary luminaries such as Scott Conant, Hubert Keller, Joe Isidori, and the Dominican Republic’s own Inés Páez “Chef Tita” showcased their talent through inspiring live demonstrations and creative pairings that captured the essence of Caribbean sophistication. Chef Conant delighted guests with his Ricotta Gnudi with Baby Tomato Salsa, Chef Keller refreshed the crowd with his Watermelon Bloody Mary, Chef Isidori shared the heartwarming story behind his mother’s famous Meatballs with Ricotta and Marinara, and Chef Tita impressed with her Tuna Crudo with Coconut Water and Guavaberry, a vibrant tribute to Dominican flavors. ### A Toast to Dominican Excellence Among the weekend’s highlights was the debut of Ron Ozama, the new Dominican rum brand created by baseball legend David “Big Papi” Ortiz. Led by master mixologist Edwin Castillo, the Ron Ozama tasting station captivated guests with its Blanco, Añejo, and Gran Añejo varieties—each reflecting the depth, character, and pride of the Dominican Republic’s rum-making tradition. ### Culinary Passion Meets the Casa de Campo Lifestyle As the sun set over the Caribbean, the festival culminated with the elegant “Dinner Under the Stars” at Minitas Beach Club, where guests enjoyed a beachfront evening of fine dining and live music by Shalim Ortiz. Throughout the weekend, live bands including Cayo Arena Beat and the Joseph Miller Band, along with DJs Leo, Ronald, and Kambax, kept the ambiance vibrant—perfectly blending rhythm, flavor, and refined leisure in true Casa de Campo style. ### A Festival of Partnerships and Excellence This year’s festival was made possible thanks to the collaboration of leading brands in the world of beverages and gastronomy, including Casa Brugal, Chandon Garden, Álvarez y Sánchez, Whispering Angel, Tequila Maestro Dobel, Barceló, Estrella Damm, Corona, Presidente, Café Santo Domingo, Arturo Fuente, Tabacalera de García, La Bodega, El Catador, Romangus, and Ron Ozama, with American Express as the main presenting partner. ### Strengthening Casa de Campo’s Culinary Legacy Opening remarks by Andrés Pichardo Rosenberg, President of Casa de Campo Resort & Villas, and Jason Kycek, Senior Vice President of Sales and Chief Marketing Officer, underscored the festival’s mission—to position Casa de Campo as the Caribbean’s leading destination for culinary and luxury experiences.  With this third successful edition, Casa de Campo continues to honor its legacy of excellence and innovation, where gastronomy, culture, and world-class hospitality come together to create experiences that are, quite simply, unforgettable. **Save the Date!** 🍷 Join us October 9–10, 2026, for the 4th Annual Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival—a celebration of exquisite flavors, fine wines, and unforgettable moments. Make sure you sign up for our newsletter or follow our social media channels, so you don't miss any of the announcements. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What was the Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival 2025 actually centered around?** A: The festival centered on food, wine, and Caribbean-style hospitality across Casa de Campo Resort & Villas. It took place over an unforgettable weekend at the Marina Riverside Center and Minitas Beach Club, where guests came for live demonstrations, tasting experiences, and dinner under the stars. That mix matters because the event was built as more than a tasting, it was a full resort experience tied to Casa de Campo’s culinary identity. **Q: Which chefs were featured at the festival?** A: The lineup included Scott Conant, Hubert Keller, Joe Isidori, and Inés Páez “Chef Tita.” Each chef brought a different angle to the weekend, from Ricotta Gnudi with Baby Tomato Salsa to Watermelon Bloody Marys and Tuna Crudo with Coconut Water and Guavaberry. That variety is what gave the event range, since it paired international names with Dominican flavor in one program. **Q: How did the festival highlight Dominican food and drink?** A: Dominican excellence showed up in both the menu and the drinks program. Chef Tita’s Tuna Crudo with Coconut Water and Guavaberry was described as a tribute to Dominican flavors, and Ron Ozama made its debut with Blanco, Añejo, and Gran Añejo varieties. The practical takeaway is that the festival did not treat local culture as background decoration, it put Dominican ingredients and brands in the spotlight. **Q: What kind of experience did guests get at Minitas Beach Club?** A: Minitas Beach Club hosted the elegant Dinner Under the Stars, which closed out the weekend with beachfront fine dining and live music by Shalim Ortiz. That setting matters because it turned the festival into an evening experience instead of just a daytime tasting event. Guests also had live bands like Cayo Arena Beat and the Joseph Miller Band plus DJs Leo, Ronald, and Kambax keeping the atmosphere active throughout the weekend. **Q: When is the next Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival?** A: The next edition is scheduled for October 9–10, 2026. Casa de Campo is already positioning it as the 4th Annual Casa de Campo Food & Wine Festival, with a focus on exquisite flavors, fine wines, and memorable moments. For anyone planning ahead, the page says to sign up for the newsletter or follow social media channels so announcements are not missed.