Day of tickets available in person, Cash sales only – 2 State Street, New London
In person tickets sales starting at 4:30pm
Join us Wednesday, October 7th from 5:00 until 8:30 for a Signature New London Event!
The Downtown New London Assoc brings back a popular tradition of celebrating New London at its Annual Fall Food Stroll. Participants experience a vibrant downtown New London filled with people, music, good cheer and welcoming businesses.
Stroll through different restaurants, shops, arts and cultural institutions in downtown New London. Bite-size samples of dishes or drinks that range from seafood to sweets, organic to ethnic and everything in between at the district’s finest eateries are yours with an advanced purchased wristbands as your ticket to taste! Premiere local talent will perform along the stroll route.
Do not hesitate to get your wristbands early – and save! We only have limited wristbands available.
All purchases are final. Rain or Shine Event. No Refunds.
- Adult -$40 Week of event
- Military & Student- $30 (Must show ID upon Wristbands pickup at the office.)
- Group 6+- $30 each
You will pick up your wristbands at Neff Productions Office the day of the event, starting at 4:30 pm – 2 State St, New London, CT
Performance by:
Live music by:
Thor Torgersen
Participants 2026:
Water Street Waffle Company 2025 1st Place winner
Favorites Bistro Bar
Fiddlehead
New London Lodge of Elks
Garde Arts Center
La Luna
-Waypoint Credit Union (formerly CorePlus and Scient Credit Union) Seving Julia Salsa
The Marquee on State Street-
Hygienic serving The Phoenix
The Golden Owl serving Cookie Donuts
Union Room
Pub 181
The Social
Favorites Bistro Bar
Tox Brewing Co
Jasmine Thai
Cinnamon Grill
Lion House Cafe
Harbor Cantina Restaurant & Bar
The Blue Duck Bar & Kitchen
Dockside
Yo ! Barre
Check back, we will add more as they sign up!
Meet the Judges
A professional chef bringing culinary expertise- Chef Denny Rivera is an artist/muralist. He also has over 30 years of culinary experience, including his work in NYC at The Paper Box, City Winery, Google, and the Morgan Library. He currently works as a chef/kitchen manager at Nathan Hale Elementary School.
Well-known celebrity adding some extra sparkle to the night- Mike DiMauro is the columnist at The Day and entering his 35th year at the local media agency. His love of food began in the womb – and judging from his waistline, that love affair still thrives today. Mike also enjoys cooking all types of food – Italian No. 1 on the list – having learned from his Sicilian grandmother.
An everyday foodie who knows what locals love-
Bianca Alexis-Sylvain– She is a licensed therapist in New London, and one of her favorite places is in the kitchen. She loves to cook, be creative, and take traditional dishes and add her own Caribbean twist. She truly believe food brings people together. For her, food is about more than just a good meal. It’s about family, culture, conversation, connection, and creating memories.She loves trying new foods, cooking for the people she loves, and seeing how food can bring a community together.
But that’s not all, you get to join in the fun too! Cast your vote for Fan Favorite on the day of the event .
Fan Favorite Voting Link below
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085675377603
Thank you to our sponsor
