Two powerhouse event series, Heritage Fire and Whiskies of the World, are teaming up to launch an unforgettable, multi-sensory experience across eight cities in the U.S. this year. This bold new collaboration unites world-class whiskey tastings with open-fire culinary artistry, celebrating the best in craft distilling and live-fire cooking traditions.

The Heritage Fire x Whiskies of the World Tour brings together celebrated chefs, pitmasters, and award-winning whiskey makers for a one-of-a-kind gathering that blends flavor, fire, and community. Each stop on the tour showcases regional chefs cooking over live flames, paired with curated tastings from global whiskey brands - from smoky single malts to complex bourbons and rare international expressions. We're proud to partner with Event Zero, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering positive environmental and social impact within the events industry.

The tour will kick off in Austin, Texas on June 8, 2025 at Star Hill Ranch and will continue all year long around the country until the final stop in Miami, Florida on December 14, 2025. The additional tour cities include:

San Diego, California (July 20, 2025)

Atlanta, GA (September 13, 2025)

San Jose, CA (September 28, 2025)

Pebble Beach, CA (November 1, 2025)

Los Angeles, CA (November 8, 2025)

Charleston, SC (November 15, 2025)

Each event highlights local talent, with participating chefs sourcing ingredients from nearby farms and purveyors to honor the heritage of their regions. At the first stop of the tour in Austin, a standout lineup of culinary talent will help kick off the experience, including:

Alex Foreman - Foreman's BBQ - acclaimed for his rustic open-fire presentations and inventive meat pairings

Allen August Stewart -Bangers Austin - known for his bold Southern flavors and smoked techniques

Barrett Black - Black's Barbecue - fourth-generation pitmaster of the legendary Black family barbecue dynasty

Chris Henderson -Big C's Barbecue - specializing in Tex-Mex live-fire fare and bold char-driven flavors

Dave Eberhardt - Salt and Time - renowned for his butchery skills and commitment to nose-to-tail cooking

Francisco Baca - Taste on Main - drawing on Southwestern roots to deliver bold, earthy plates

Geronimo Lopez - Botika - a global fusion chef blending Latin, Asian, and European influences

Ian Thurwachter - Intero- a Texas chef inspired by regional sourcing and European fire-cooking styles

Mario Mendieta - Pan and Co. - celebrated for his Panamanian heritage dishes and refined grillwork

Mel Rodriguez - The Peached Tortilla - blending modern techniques with traditional Hispanic flavors over flame

Nicola Blaque - The **** Shack - spotlighting Jamaican culinary traditions and spice-forward techniques

Rey Eaperon - La Traila Barbecue - rising star chef infusing Latin flair with wood-smoked delicacy

Rob Snow - Greenhouse Craft Food - a farm-to-flame advocate with a passion for seasonal ingredients

Sheena and James Smith - Likkle More **** BBQ - a dynamic chef duo blending Caribbean roots with Southern traditions

Steve Gustafson - Omni Barton Creek Resort and Spa - a Texas-based live-fire expert and whole-animal cook

Vesh Kasi -Fuze9 Catering Company - innovating open-fire cooking with global street food inspiration

"The combination of these brands is a unique twist and infusion of a bold new taste to both events. By merging the primal open-fire cooking at Heritage Fire with the complexity of Whiskies of the World, we're creating an experience that's immersive and dynamic," says Brett Friedman, founder and CEO of A21. "We pride ourselves on developing special moments for our guests, which celebrate the local community and with this collaboration, we hope it's just the first of many."

Attendees can enjoy unlimited bites from dozens of open-fire dishes and have access to guided whiskey tastings, mixology demos, and exclusive pours. VIP tickets include early access from 3:30 PM to 7:00 PM, VIP-exclusive whiskey pours, and all General Admission offerings - including unlimited gourmet bites and beverages. General Admission tickets include admission from 4:15PM to 7:00PM, free-flowing beverages, and unlimited gourmet bites from top culinary talent cooking over live flames.

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