Date: Saturday, March 23, 2019
Grand Tastings will feature delectable morsels from more than 40 restaurants, created by renowned chefs from the Coachella Valley and all across the country. More than 60 premium and sparkling wines, craft beers, and spirits will be offered as well, and participants will be able to interact with the vintners and chefs to discuss in detail about the offerings. Music performed by Flogging Seagulls.
10 a.m.–11 a.m. Celebrity Chef Demonstration with Zac Young’s “Drunk Desserts” and 11 a.m.–3 p.m. with Premier Pass
The Celebrity Chef Demonstration with Premier Pass will include an exclusive chef demonstration that takes place from 10 a.m.-11 a.m. followed by the Premier Pass which includes early entrance to the grand tasting event at 11 a.m., special tastings, and an exclusive celebrity chef demonstration that takes place at 11:15 a.m. Thank you for your interest, however, the 1o a.m. entry pass is sold out. Please see the 12 p.m. entry pass, which is still available.
11 a.m.–3 p.m. with Premier Pass
The Premier Pass will include early entrance to the event, special tastings, and an exclusive celebrity chef demonstration that takes place at 11:15 a.m.
Thank you for your interest, however, the 11 a.m. entry pass is sold out. Please see the 12 p.m. entry pass, which is still available.
12 p.m.–3 p.m. with General Admission
General Admission will include entrance to the event.
General Admission: $100 — TICKETS
Flogging Seagulls
Shamrock of the ’80s! Flogging Seagulls taps into the Irish-Celtic energy of Flogging Molly and Dropkick Murphys to perform new wave songs from the ’80s. The band uses traditional Irish instruments like fiddle, accordion, and banjo to cover dozens of keyboard-synth artists from the classic KROQ era, including Eurythmics, Depeche Mode, The Cure, The Smiths, Billy Idol, Duran Duran, A Flock of Seagulls, Devo, The Police, The Psychedelic Furs, and more!
SATURDAY, MARCH 23
Premier Ticket with Zac Young’s “Drunk Desserts” – Pacific Sales Kitchen & Home – Tent 2
10:00 a.m. — Join Zac Young from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for this perfect pairing! Celebrated pastry chef and Food Network personality Zac Young pours a double shot of fun as he takes you through the ins and outs of baking with booze. From a Guiness chocolate cake with espresso martini frosting, to a strawberry and sparkling rosé shortcake, to a cocktail-inspired Old-Fashioned banana foster pudding, Young will help you raise the “bar” on your home baking.
Premier Ticket Only- Pacific Sales Kitchen & Home- Tent 1
11:15 a.m. — Scott Conant, Chef, television personality, restaurateur, and cookbook author (includes book signing)
Pacific Sales Kitchen & Home- Tent 1
12:15 p.m. — Kenneth Williams, CEC, executive chef Agua Caliente Casinos – Rancho Mirage
1:00 p.m. — Michael Beckman, Executive chef Workshop Kitchen + Bar and Truss & Twine
1:45 p.m. — Antonia Lofaso, Celebrity chef, television personality, restaurateur, and cookbook author (includes book signing)
2:30 p.m. — Jennifer Town, Executive chef
Pacific Sales Kitchen & Home- Tent 2
11:30 a.m. – Andrew Copley, executive chef/owner, Copley’s on Palm Canyon and AC3 Palm Desert
12 p.m. – Martin Howard, special projects pastry chef, Epicurean Catering
12:45 p.m. — Fabio Viviani, Chef, culinary personality, restaurateur, and cookbook author (includes book signing)
1:30 p.m. — Stephen Wambach, Executive chef/owner SMW Inspired
2:15 p.m. — Brooke Williamson & Nick Roberts, Co-chef, co-owner of The Tripel, Hudson House, Playa Provisions, and Da Kikokiko
Chef’s and demonstration schedules subject to change.
Event details subject to change.
Saturday March 23, 11 a.m. ‒ 3 p.m.
Grill Demonstration & Tasting:
Daniel Villanueva Jr., executive chef/owner, Daniel’s Table
Grill Demonstration & Tasting:
Elise Cushing, executive chef, Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Grill Demonstration & Tasting:
Catlin Burkett-Crist, executive chef/owner, Burkett’s Barbecue
Saturday March 23
12:15 – 12:30 p.m. — Olivera Markovic Bodvár Rosé
Bodvár Rosé – the house of Rosé story began with the idea to collect the greatest rosé wines from around the world under one brand name and make them available to discerning customers. Today Bodvár Rosé is the only truly boutique rosé wine house.
12:45 – 1:15 p.m. — Jardesca, Jardesca California Aperitiva
Jardesca presents Poolside Spritzology. Lighter, brighter spritzes that are simple to make and beautifully delicious.” Presented by Co-Owner Roger Morrison
1:30 – 2 p.m. — Cheese with Laura Werlin
Learn all about pairing cheese with wine and pairing cheese with cheese. With ease Laura is one of America foremost cheese experts.
2:15 – 2:45 p.m. — John Kelly Chocolates
John Kelly Chocolates is an award-winning national brand sold in high-end department stores, specialty shops, hotel gift shops, grocers, online, and through our own stores. Founded in 2004 by John and Kelly in Hollywood, we continue to make all our chocolates and other products by hand. In February 2019, we were named the #1 chocolatier in Los Angeles by MSN.
Because alcohol will be served, you must be at least 21 years of age to attend Palm Desert Food & Wine™ events and to enter the tent.
No accommodations are available for individuals under 21 years of age.
