If you’re one of the lucky ones who hasn’t been affected by the recession and has serious money to spend on your favorite foodie, you might consider buying Sobe Bucks. You’ll need big “bucks” for this gift as they’re only available for $250, $500 or $1,000. The recipient  can use them toward the purchase of tickets — even to sold-out non-seated events — for the 2009 Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival, taking place in Miami (FL) February 19-22, 2009.

To see the line up of events for the festival go to sobewineandfoodfest.com

And to order SoBe Bucks just call at (305) 627-1646 or email ashapiro@southernwine.com.