Not everyone is behind the New York version of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival, occurring October 9–12 (you’ll recall local restaurateurs had mixed reactions), but Eater brings news of events that may get more people behind it: In addition to Rachael Ray’s previously announced burger bash in Dumbo, there’ll be a multi-restaurant wine tasting in the meatpacking district; a wine seminar hosted by Del Posto; talks with Ferran Adria, Nigella Lawson, Alice Waters, and maybe Bourdain; and a private dinner prepared by Alain Ducasse. Hey, it beats smoothies and Italian sausage.

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