The return of the San Fernando Valley Food & Wine Festival took place on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Inspired by Greek cuisine, the evening featured Mediterranean dishes prepared by chefs and students from Los Angeles Mission College’s award-winning Culinary Arts Institute, paired with a curated selection of wines from event partners. The well-attended event brought together strong community support, great food, and a festive atmosphere, raising a record $170,000 to benefit students through stipends provided by the Campus Foundation.
Guests raised a glass at the return of the San Fernando Valley Food & Wine Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Photo credit to Eddie RangelChefs and students from Los Angeles Mission College’s Culinary Arts Institute prepare and serve dishes during the San Fernando Valley Food & Wine Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Photo credit to Eddie RangelA Los Angeles Mission College Culinary Arts Institute student works a wood-fired oven during the San Fernando Valley Food & Wine Festival on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Photo credit to Eddie RangelGuests attend the San Fernando Valley Food & Wine Festival at Los Angeles Mission College on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Photo credit to Eddie RangelDesserts are served during the San Fernando Valley Food & Wine Festival at Los Angeles Mission College on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Photo credit to Eddie RangelGuests sample food during the San Fernando Valley Food & Wine Festival at Los Angeles Mission College on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Photo credit to Eddie RangelA pizza is prepared in a wood-fired oven during the San Fernando Valley Food & Wine Festival at Los Angeles Mission College on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Photo credit to Eddie RangelRepresentatives from Shadow Grove, a local brewery, serve beer during the San Fernando Valley Food & Wine Festival at Los Angeles Mission College on Saturday, April 18, 2026.Dr. Armida Ornelas of Los Angeles Mission College addresses guests during the San Fernando Valley Food & Wine Festival on Saturday, April 18, sharing in an evening that brought together community members, strong support for students, and a celebration of food, wine, and local impact. The event raised a record $170,000 to benefit students through the campus foundation.
