Baja Culinary Expedition
A day in Valle de Guadalupe, hosted by Baja Wine + Food founder Fernando Gaxiola.
- Date
- Thursday, November 5, 2026
- Time
- 7:30 am – 10 pm
- Pick-up + drop-off
- Moniker General · 2860 Sims Rd, San Diego, CA 92106
About
A signature experience of the San Diego Food + Wine Festival, the Baja Culinary Expedition returns for another unforgettable journey through Valle de Guadalupe. Curated and hosted by Baja Wine + Food founder Fernando Gaxiola, this all-inclusive cross-border adventure offers rare access to the celebrated chefs, legendary winemakers, and extraordinary culinary destinations that define Mexico’s premier wine region.
From private tastings with renowned vintners and reserve wines at Baja’s oldest winery to Michelin-recognized dining and unforgettable meals created by some of Baja’s most acclaimed chefs, each stop has been thoughtfully curated to showcase the people, places, and flavors that have shaped Valle de Guadalupe into one of North America’s most celebrated food and wine destinations.
More than a day trip, this is an invitation behind the scenes—where remarkable wines, exceptional cuisine, and the region’s most influential voices come together for an experience few will ever have the opportunity to enjoy.
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Moniker General
2860 Sims Rd, San Diego, CA 92106 · Directions


