Get Ready for GourmetFest in Carmel, A New Sushi Menu at Ame, and More
A spectacular morsel from last year’s “Rarities Dinner” at GourmetFest. (Photo by Gina Taro)
GourmetFest Comes to Carmel in March
Don’t miss the second year of GourmetFest, March 5-8, packed with cooking demos, exclusive wine tastings and even a wild mushroom hunt.
More than 20 Relais & Chateaux chefs, including an all-female team, will be participating this year. Among the chefs are: Gary Danko of Gary Danko in San Francisco, Michel Bras of Bras-Sebastien et Michel in France, and Justin Cogley of Aubergine at L’Auberge Carmel. Prominent winemakers taking part include: Dom Perignon, Dr. Loosen, Gaja and Ridge.
Events include the luxe “Rarities Dinner” on March 6, a 10-course extravaganza paired with rare wines, and “A Taste of France Lunch and Cooking Demo” on March 7.
Ticket prices range from $175 to $5,500 per person.
Ame Introduces Nigiri Zushi Menu
Michelin-starred Ame in the St. Regis in San Francisco has always incorporated Japanese influences and flavors in its menu.