The touring Bowl of ‘Zole festival is presented by spirits expert Arik Torren of Lot001 Brands, acclaimed La Lonchería chef and Made in Mexico author Danny Mena, and Food Karma Projects founder Jimmy Carbone, proudly partnering with City Harvest.

Party like an industry insider as 20+ chefs and restaurants at the top of New York’s Best Of lists serve up their signature pozoles and traditional Mexican dishes. Raise a glass to cultura líquida and pair every pozole with your choice of more than 300 vibrant agave spirits. Sip on mezcal, tequila, raicilla, lechuguilla, and more from artisan producers and specialty distributors. With all-inclusive tickets starting at just $55, the entire lineup is yours to try.

The 2026 Bowl of ‘Zole Brooklyn Lineup

Bowl of ‘Zole lineups feature pozole and classic Mexican cuisine from Michelin-starred restaurants, James Beard Award nominees, and emerging chefs and restaurants from New York and beyond. The lineup for this year’s Bowl of ‘Zole Brooklyn is still under wraps, but take a look at last year’s roster for an idea of what to expect:

• Cosme Aguilar of Casa Enrique

• Maria Barriga of Oxomoco

• Johnny Curiel of Denver’s Alma Fonda Fina and Mezcaleria Alma

• Fany Gerson of La Newyorkina and Mijo

• Danny Mena of La Lonchería

• Yara Herrera of Hellbender

• Zack Wangeman of Sobre Masa

• Lili Reséndiz and María Flores of Covacha

• Oriol Mendivíl of Cuerno

• Eric See of Ursula

• Luis Arce Mota of La Contenta Oeste

• Ramiro Mendez of De Mole

• Tomas De La O of Marcela Cocina Mexicana

• Jaime Bravo of Jajaja Mexicana

• Iván Garcia of Mesa Coyoacan

• Felipe Mendez-Candelas of La Superior

• Frijoleros

• Matt Diaz and Carlos Macías of For All Things Good

• Nicole Onisik of Panzón

• Julian Bovasso and David Gonzalez of Maya

• Dana Morales of Barbaco Tío

• Iván Vazquez of Mayahuel

• Ivy Stark of MÉXology

• Julian Medina of Toloache

• Alex Valencia of Vallarta Tropical

• Alma Brooklyn

• Don Perea

• Luis Jiménez of El Vez

• Javier Barbacoa

• and more

As part of Bowl of ‘Zole Brooklyn’s partnership with City Harvest, all Bowl of ‘Zole chefs will prepare extra pozole for donation. City Harvest exists to end hunger in communities throughout New York City through food rescue and distribution, education, and other practical, innovative solutions. This year, City Harvest will rescue 81 million pounds of high-quality food that would otherwise go to waste and deliver it free of charge to hundreds of food pantries and soup kitchens across the five boroughs, helping to provide food for New Yorkers experiencing food insecurity.

300+ Vibrant Agave Spirits

Bowl of ‘Zole Brooklyn also celebrates the ancient tradition of agave distillation, pouring over 300 expressions of vibrant agave spirits throughout the evening. Standout labels from the Spirits Lineup have included:

• Mezcal Vago

• Tequila Ocho

• Don Fulano

• Sotol Parejo

• Tequila Fortaleza

• Dos Pasiones

• Cardenxe Sotol

• Mezcal de Leyendas

• Mi Casa

• Cruz del Fuego

• Flor Del Desierto

• Los Siete Misterios

• Amatiteña

• Cazcanes

• Arette

• Volans

• Ensueño

• Malasanta

• Alma Del Jaguar

• and many, many more

Bowl of ‘Zole Brooklyn Tickets

5:00 PM Entry – VIP Ticket
$75 + fee

Early admission at 5:00 PM, an hour ahead of General Admission; Bowl of ‘Zole Swag Bag, Meet and Mingle with chefs and beverage producers; and all-access pozole and spirits tastings all evening.

6:00 PM Entry – General Admission Kickoff Pricing
$55 + fee

Special pricing available for a limited time! 6:00 PM admission with all-access pozole and spirits tastings for the entire evening.

6:00 PM Entry – General Admission
$65 + fee

6:00 PM admission with all-access pozole and spirits tastings for the entire evening.

Bowl of ‘Zole is for ages 21 and up. The lineup and offerings are subject to change without notice, and all sales are final.

For the latest information and sneak peeks, follow along on social media @bowlofzole.