If there's any way to bring together chefs and celebrities from every corner of the globe, it's through good food and drinks. The New York City Wine & Food Festival [1] does this every year, drawing chefs like Emeril Lagasse and Rachael Ray [2] alongside A-listers like Chrissy Teigen. Check out these photos to see exactly what your favorite foodies did (and ate!) during this year's festival.
Rachael Ray Tries All the Burgers
Each year, Rachael Ray [3] hosts a Burger Bash [4], and part of the job includes trying every single burger in the venue. It's a job she doesn't seem to mind, though . . .
Andrew Zimmern Got Playful With Paella
Before playing a cruel trick [5] on festivalgoers, Bizarre Foods host Andrew Zimmern served up a surprisingly tame dish —seafood paella — at the Grand Tasting [6].
Chrissy Teigen Took a Sweet Selfie
While her musician husband, John Legend [7], was not present at NYCWFF, model Chrissy Teigen still had a great time promoting Yoplait Greek yogurt [8] at the festival . . . She even posed for a selfie on the red carpet before being fed a burger [9] by Burger Bash winner Josh Capon.
Masaharu Morimoto Made Eating Fun
Morimoto hosted Rock & Roll Night Market [10], an upbeat karaoke party with plenty of Japanese dishes for the tasting.
Emeril Put Some Bam! Into Basic Dishes
While performing a cooking demonstration during the Grand Tasting, Emeril showed the audience how to add his signature Bam! [11] to everyday meals.
Michael Symon Made a Move on Meat
Symon hosted Meatopia X: The Carnivore's Ball [12], which has been noted as "the ultimate meat event." While famous chefs from every corner of the globe battled it out over meat preparation, the Food Network personality gave a smooch to some smoked meat.
Justin Warner Meant Business About Mixology
The season eight winner of Food Network Star hosted an event called Mixology Masters [13], which featured creative cocktails [14] and a hip atmosphere.
Anne Burrell Served Up More Than Just Food
While Anne Burrell took the stage to show off her impressive culinary skills during the festival, she also took time to promote her book, Own Your Kitchen [15].
Mario Batali Put His Orange Crocs to the Test
While hosting Jets and Chefs: The Ultimate Tailgate [16], Mario Batali [17] donned his signature orange shoes and celebrated America's favorite pastime: football tailgating [18].
Martha Stewart Served Up Single-Dish Delights
Martha hosted a class featuring her favorite One Pot Dinners [19], teaching attendees to cook up great meals in a single dish.
Dominique Ansel Joked With Adoring Fans
During Dominique Ansel's Wonderland [20], an Alice in Wonderland-themed dessert event, Dominique Ansel signed books for fans who were dressed for the occasion.
Chrissy Teigen and Bobby Flay Tasted Tacos and Tequila
After a long day of promoting and presenting at the festival, the model and grilling enthusiast each enjoyed Mexican-inspired eats at Flay's rooftop Tacos & Tequila Fiesta [21].
Alex Guarnaschelli Showed Her Stuff
The famous chef and Food Network host was all laughs during her display at Saturday's Grand Tasting [22].
Daniel Boulud Sipped Champagne With Tony Bennett
While attending the Le Cirque 40th Anniversary Dinner, crooner Tony Bennett raised a glass with French chef Daniel Boulud.
Marcus Samuelsson Demonstrated Favorite Delicacies
This chef pulled from his unique Ethiopian-Swedish background to cook a fun dish at the Grand Tasting event.
Mo Rocca Had a Grand Time at Happy Hour
Mo Rocca hosted Hot Dog Happy Hour [23], an evening event dedicated to the New York City classic frank.
Trisha Yearwood Played Hostess and Performed
The country singer not only played host at Down-Home Country Brunch [24] but also serenaded her guests while they enjoyed delicious Southern dishes!
Alain Ducasse, Daniel Boulud, and Éric Ripert Talked Shop
During a New York Times Times Talk [25], the three chefs discussed their favorite French dishes.
Whoopi Goldberg Cracked Jokes About Chicken
As host of Chicken Coupe [26], a night dedicated to fried foods like chicken and doughnuts, Goldberg entertained guests with jokes about the cuisine.
Bethenny Frankel and Martha Stewart Demonstrated Their Domestic Prowess
Before taking their respective stages for the Grand Tasting event, Stewart and Frankel posed for a happy snap.
Alain Ducasse Doled Out French Bistro Staples
The French chef hosted a night dedicated exclusively to his favorite cuisine [27]: dishes from classic French bistros.