Our Guide For One Weekend With Three Big Festivals

New York City Wine and Food Festival kicked off last night, and it's well prepared for a full weekend of delicious grub and good drink. Check out some of the best events this weekend from NYCWFF: [Go HERE for more info on the NYCWFF] -

Thrillist's BBQ & The Blues presented by Merillat hosted by Curtis Stone

When: Friday, September 30th Where: Hudson Terrace Price: $125 Description: Join Thrillist, celebrity chef Curtis Stone, and some of NYC's top culinary masterminds for a celebration of delicious meaty goodness and music so good it'll make you cry. At Thrillist's BBQ & The Blues, you'll grub on succulent BBQ-inspired dishes from across the culinary spectrum, from Mexican to Korean to down-home American while enjoying refreshing Coors Light, delicious Michael Collins Irish Whiskey cocktails, and fine live music from New York's own Baby Soda. Go HERE for more info.

Patron Tequila's The Art of the Taco presented by Creekstone Farms hosted by Bobby Flay

When:Saturday, October 1st Where: 82 Mercer Price: $200 Description: Nearly 30 New York City Chefs and personal friends of host Bobby Flay will take part in Tacos & Tequila at 82 Mercer, a one-of-a-kind SoHo locale. Plenty of tequila and Coronas will be on hand to complement any one of the 30 tacos featured; many with flavors from around the world. Go HERE to see the full line up of chef's participating.

Whole Foods Market presents Among The Flowers: An Intimate dinner at Ai Fiori sponsored by Wine Spectator with Michael White

When: Saturday, October 1st Where: Ai Fiori Price: $250 Description: Join James Beard Award-Winning Chef Michael White for a sensational dinner at his latest establishment, Ai Fiori.  Festival-goers will enjoy Fifth Avenue views while indulging in several courses of elegant dishes, some of which are sure to come enhanced with White’s favorite ingredient, decadent truffles. Each course will be paired with a high-caliber wine from the Southern Wine & Spirits of New York Portfolio. Go HERE for more info.

Party in Guy's Garage presented by Pucker Flavored Vodka

When: Sunday, October 2nd, 9 PM - 12 AM Where: Highline Stages Price: $125 Description: Food Network Superstar Guy Fieri wants you to celebrate like your parents are out of town. You'll need a can of Red Bull for Party in Guy's Garage: The Festival Closing Party. This night is one part 16 Candles and one part Porky’s mixed with vodka-inspired cocktails, beer trucks, and finger-lickin' foods to help you rock out way past curfew. Casual, funky dress required---torn jeans and t-shirts preferred. So whether you're an athlete, a basket case, a princess or a geek all are welcome to attend this late-night Breakfast Club. Go HERE for more info.