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FOJBB: Islamorada, FL

Helm to Hearth Culinary Weekend

Fri, April 25, 2025

  • General 6:00 PM

    Three Waters Resort & Marina

    84001 Overseas Highway

    Islamorada, FL 33036

  • Full Weekend AccessDoes not include accommodations or the VIP fishing experience; ticket prices for individual events vary

    $540

Helm to Hearth is a Culinary Weekend hosted by Three Waters Resort & Marina.
Weekend Package and Individual Event Tickets Available

Weekend Schedule

Fri, April 25 > 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Welcome Reception on the Beach. Mix and Mingle with Guest Chefs.

Sat, April 26 > 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
6-Course Guest Chef Tasting Menu with wine pairings at Kindler

Sun, April 27 > 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Brunch with Guest Chef Action Stations at Mercado Morada

VIP Add-On > Friday Morning Fishing Excursions with Guest Chefs
Limited opportunity to be paired one of the renowned chefs and top local captain for offshore/backcountry fishing adventure.


Featured Chefs

Host/Executive Chef
Charles Trexel
Three Waters Resort & Marina
Islamorada, FL

Chef/Owner
Bryce Bonsack
Rocca
Tampa, FL

Pastry Chef
Heidi Kabath
The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island
Amelia Island, FL

James Beard Award Semifinalist®
Brandon McGlamery
Prato, Winter Park, FL
Luke’s Kitchen and Bar, Maitland, FL

James Beard Award Semifinalist®
George Mendes
Amar at Raffles
Boston, MA

Chef/Owner
Asif Syed
21 Spices
Naples, FL




Join us at Three Waters Resort & Marina, a new oceanfront resort in Islamorada, in the Florida Keys, renowned for coral reefs, breathtaking views, and world-class hospitality. Helm to Hearth weekend celebrates culinary excellence and marine conservation with a gathering of acclaimed chefs, sustainable seafood, and delicious experiences.

Helm to Hearth Culinary Weekend is part of the Friends of James Beard Benefit series; events hosted by generous people, businesses, and organizations outside of JBF that provide critical funding for our programs. Each event supports our mission to champion a standard of Good Food for Good© anchored in talent, equity, and sustainability.

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