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Calling all food and wine lovers. Join us in 2025 for a spectacular culinary experience with a roster of the nation's top chefs.

We return with a four-day experience that will feature a diverse selection of mouth-watering eats, premium wines, hands-on cooking demonstrations by celebrity chefs, and much more.

Produced by Palm Springs Life magazine and located in the stunning tree-lined El Paseo shopping district in Palm Desert, California, this annual gastronomic event is the most celebrated cuisine and beverage festival in Greater Palm Springs and will feature a roster of the nation's top chefs, vintners, and brewmasters.

The fête begins with a James Beard Gourmet Four-Course Luncheon prepared by culinary virtuosos and will be followed by two days of grand tastings, where you can delight in delectable offerings from local and regional restaurants, sample more than 60 wines, enjoy unique craft brews, IPAs, and draught ciders, or taste and savor assorted spirit brands.

Enjoy some of the most delicious offerings in the Coachella Valley, a destination where talent, sophistication, and unbelievable views blend to create the ultimate culinary event.

Three days of great food plus premium wines. Celebrity and local chefs, and much more

Schedule of Events

March 20, 2025

9:00 am - 1:00 pm: Celebrity Chef Date Farm Tour & Lunch

Embark on an unforgettable guided bus tour with celebrity chef Aarti Sequeira to see firsthand where our ingredients come from. You'll visit The Packhouse and Aziz Farms. This immersive experience offers hands-on learning about the region's famous dates and farming practices, capped off with a delightful alfresco lunch in the grove at Aziz Farms.

The tour begins at The Gardens on El Paseo, departing from the upper-level parking deck. Guests will enjoy convenient shuttle service throughout the tour and return to the departure location at the conclusion of the event.

$150 General Admission

Location: The Gardens on El Paseo on the upper-level parking deck

6:00 - 7:00 pm: The Gale Gand Guide to Chilies

Explore the diverse world of chili peppers, from mild to fiery, and learn how to incorporate their unique flavors into your dishes. Watch and taste a demo of Chili Sesame Noodles by Gale Gand, James Beard Award - winning pastry chef, restaurateur, cookbook author, and host of Food Network's Sweet Dreams. Whether you're a spice enthusiast or a newcomer, this class will heat up your culinary skills and inspire your next spicy creation!

$50 General Admission

Location: Savory Spice Shop, 73399 El Paseo, Suite 103, Palm Desert, CA 92260

6:00 - 8:00 pm: Cheese Masterclass with Afrim Pristine

Cheese lovers, assemble. Learn all about the art of cheesemaking and wine pairings with Afrim Pristine, an esteemed maître fromager (certified cheese master). Pristine returns for a special evening master class sharing some of his favorite wines paired with the world's best cheeses.

$125 Reserved

Location: The Gardens on El Paseo on the upper-level parking deck

March 21, 2025

11:30 am - 2:00 pm: James Beard Gourmet Four-Course Luncheon

Begin your weekend with an afternoon feast prepared live onstage by some of your favorite celebrity chefs. As you dine and enjoy four courses with Bouchaine wine pairings, the TV darlings dish on their recipes, the ingredients, and how each component comes together on the plate. This year's event features celebrity chefs Antonia Lofaso, celebrity chef, television personality, restaurateur, and cookbook author; Aarti Sequeira, celebrity chef, television personality, author, and California Date Ambassador; Brooke Williamson, television personality, chef, restaurateur, and philanthropist; Stephanie Boswell, world-renowned pastry chef and Food Network judge and host; hosted by Zac Young, pastry chef, Food Network judge, and chef/owner of PieCaken Bakeshop; and Jamie Gwen, chef, certified sommelier, and cookbook author. Plus, Chris Kajani, head winemaker at Bouchaine, will be on hand to introduce each wine course.

A portion of the proceeds benefits Friends of the James Beard Foundation and Coachella Valley's FIND Food Bank.

First Course

Chef: Antonia Lofaso
Entree: Seared Scallop, Pine Nut Purée, English Peas, Morels, Preserved Lemon
Wine Pairing: 2022 Bouchaine Vineyards Carneros Estate Chardonnay
Second Course

Chef: Aarti Sequeira
Entree: Low Country Pea and Pickled Date “Chaat” Salad
Wine Pairing: 2023 Bouchiane Vineyards Alsatian Blend
Third Course

Chef: Brooke Williamson
Entree: Roasted salmon, smashed pea fritters with garlic yogurt & trout roe, pea tendrils and harissa vinaigrette
Wine Pairing: 2022 Bouchiane Vineyards Carneros Estate Selection Swan Clone Pinot Noir
Fourth Course

Chef: Stephanie Boswell
Entree: Lemon Tart, Candied Ginger Meringue, Mint Gelée, Yogurt Pearls
Wine Pairing: 2023 Bouchaine Vineyards Carneros Estate Selection Late Harvest Chardonnay
Chefs, menu, and event details subject to change.

$250 Reserved

6:00 - 8:00 pm: Celebrity Chef Reception

Party with the chefs that you know and love from TV at this exclusive cocktail soirée. Here, the festival participants aren't secluded to a stage; rather, they're milling around with a libation in hand, eager to meet and mingle with fellow foodies. Special guests include Brooke Williamson, Antonia Lofaso, Aarti Sequeira, Elizabeth Falkner, Stephanie Boswell, Zac Young, Gale Gand, Jamie Gwen, and Afrim Pristine, all of whom will be hosting culinary demonstrations during the two days of Grand Tastings.

Chefs, menu, and event detail subject to change.

$125 General Admission

March 22, 2025

11:00 am - 3:00 pm: Saturday Grand Tastings

The Grand Tastings feature delectable bites from a diverse range of restaurants, as well as celebrity chef demonstrations and unlimited samples of premium wines, beers, and spirits. Participants can interact with the vintners and chefs to discuss their offerings.

Chef Demonstration Schedule:

Demo Tent 1

11:30 am-12:00 pm: Curtis Stone, Demo to be announced
12:30-1:00 pm: Afrim Pristine, Charcuterie 101
1:30-2:00 pm: Aarti Sequeria and Mark Tadros, Date Camp
2:30-3:00 pm: Brooke Williamson, Demo to be announced
Demo Tent 2

12:15-12:45 pm: Stephanie Boswell and Zac Young, Bake Off
1:15-1:45 pm: Antonia Lofaso, Demo to be announced
2:15-2:45 pm: Chef from Ixtapa, Mexico, Demo to be announced
Chefs, demonstration schedule, and event details subject to change.

$225 Carte Blanche - 11:00 am Entry

$150 General Access - 12:00 pm Entry

Location: The Gardens on El Paseo on the upper-level parking deck

5:00 - 7:00 pm (First Seating), 7:30 - 9:30 pm (Second Seating): An Intimate Evening With Curtis Stone

Join acclaimed chef Curtis Stone for an intimate culinary evening at mister parker's, nestled within the lush, midcentury modern setting of the Parker Palm Springs. This exclusive dinner showcases Stone's signature farm-to-table approach with a thoughtfully curated multicourse menu featuring seasonal ingredients and expertly paired wines. The evening starts with a fabulous Champagne reception featuring highly regarded Louis Roederer Collection 245 Champagne.

Guests will not only savor each course but also gain insight into Stone's inspirations and cooking philosophies as he shares stories from his celebrated career.

Perfect for food and wine enthusiasts alike, this event promises an unforgettable evening of exceptional flavors in a stunning desert setting. Your ticket includes Good Food, Good Life: 130 Simple Recipes You'll Love to Make and Eat: A Cookbook by Curtis Stone.

Champagne Reception:

Champagne: Louis Roederer Collection 245
First Course:

Hamachi Crudo - Aguachile, Cilantro Oil, Cucumber, Radish Sprouts, Avocado
Wine Pairing: 2023 ZD Wine Sauvignon Blanc, Napa Valley

Main Course:

Roast NY Strip - Beef Rib Croquette, Citrus Braised Endive, Smoked Artichoke Puree, Green Peppercorn Sauce
Wine Pairing: 2022 Bouchaine Estate Selection Calera Clone Pinot Noir
Dessert:

New Way Creme Brûlée - Berry Consommé, Berries Gelée, Lime Namelaka
Beverage Pairing: T'MARO Moroccan Mocha Carajillo
Event details subject to change.

$300 Host Assigned Seating

Location: mister parker's, Parker Palm Springs, 4200 E Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs, CA 92264

March 23, 2025

9:30 am - 12:00 pm: Sunday Brunch

The best Sundays begin with an extraordinary brunch — and refreshing cocktails. This wholesome morning meal in the main tent includes three courses that masterfully balance sweet with savory and decadence with whimsy. Our celebrity chefs teamed up to conceptualize this year's Instagram-worthy menu and will prepare it live onstage, with plenty of delightful commentary about the dishes and life as a chef along the way.

Chefs, menu, and event details subject to change.

$165 Brunch Reserved Seating - 9:30 am Entry

$225 Brunch Reserved Seating - 9:30 Entry and Grand Tasting Access - 12:00 pm Entry

Location: The Gardens on El Paseo on the upper-level parking deck

12:00 - 3:00 pm: Sunday Grand Tastings

Follow your nose to new favorite flavors. Food and drink experts return to serve unlimited tastings of their signature items, and a second round of renowned chefs, present live cooking demonstrations on three stages.

Chef Demonstration Schedule:

Demo Tent 1

12:30-1:00 pm: Chef from Ixtapa, Mexico, Demo to be announced
1:30-2:00 pm: Jamie Gwen, Demo to be announced
2:30-3:00 pm: Antonia Lofaso, Demo to be announced

Demo Tent 2

12:15-12:45 pm: Brian Kenney, Demo to be announced
1:15-1:45 pm: Stephanie Boswell, Demo to be announced
2:15-2:45 pm: Curtis Stone, Demo to be announced
Chefs, demonstration schedule, and event details subject to change

$125 General Admission

Location: The Gardens on El Paseo on the upper-level parking deck

Date:
March 21-23, 2025    

Location:
Various Venues at Palm Desert, CA    

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