Events / Friends of James Beard Benefit Dinner

FOJBB: Salt Lake City, UT

Sat, October 26, 2024

6:00 PM
Laurel Brasserie & Bar
Price: $150 All Inclusive Click Here for Reservations

Laurel Brasserie & Bar - Private Dining Room
The Grand America Hotel
555 South Main Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84111

Intimate Reception Followed by Seated Four-Course Tasting Menu

 

Featured Participants

Executive Chef Fernando Soberanis
The Grand America Hotel
Salt Lake City, UT

Tomas Olvera
Laurel Brasserie & Bar
The Grand America Hotel
Salt Lake City, UT

Executive Pastry Chef Xavier Baudinet
The Grand America Hotel
Salt Lake City, UT

Sommelier and Beverage Director Mark Moulton
The Grand America Hotel
Salt Lake City, UT

James Beard Award Semifinalist®
Mike Blocher
Table X Restaurant
James Beard Award Semifinalist® Table X Bread
Salt Lake City, UT

Reinaldo Escudero
Valter's Osteria
Salt Lake City, UT

James Beard Award Semifinalist®
Dave Jones
Log Haven
Salt Lake City, UT

James Beard Award Nominee®
Ali Sabbah
Mazza
Salt Lake City, UT

James Beard Award Nominee®
Nick Zocco
Urban Hill
Salt Lake City, UT

 

We're headed to the jewel of Salt Lake City, The Grand America Hotel, where luxurious hospitality and exceptional dining are matched by breathtaking mountain views. Join our hosts at The Grand America Hotel, chef Fernando Soberanis, chef Tomas Olvera, pastry chef Xavier Baudinet and beverge director Mark Moulton, plus an exciting roster of noteworthy local chefs, for an intimate evening of outstanding wine, food, and friendship!

This special dinner at Laurel Brasserie & Bar 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.

Menu

Reception

Crab Cakes

Beef Tenderloin Crostini

Buckwheat Blini with Smoked Sablefish

Parmeson Croutons with Acorn Squash Za'atar and Plum Preserves

Lamb Kibbeh with Tajen Sauce

Pumpkin, Spinach and Nut Kibbeh with Tahini

Planet Oregon Sparkling Rosé NV, Willamette Valley, OR
Grapefruit & Pomegranate Sours > Sugarhouse Vodka, Grapefruit, Lemon, Pomegranate Syrup, Rosemary
Aviation Cocktails > Alpine Gin, Maraschino Liqueur, Crème de Violette, Lemon, Cherry

 

Dinner

Bread Service > Table X Artisanal Bread and Butter

Charred Heirloom Carrot Salad with Housemade Whipped Ricotta, Pomegranate Molasses, Candied Walnuts, and Mâche
Gorgiste Gruner Veltliner 2023, Columbia Gorge, WA

Utah Trout a La Plancha with Sweet Potato Bravas, Blistered Broccoli, Wild Mushrooms, Charred Cippolini, and Kumquat-Orange Cream
Gorgiste Gamay Noir 2022, Columbia Gorge, WA

Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder with Pomegrante Glaze, Farro Risotto, and Root Vegetables
Les Collines Syrah 2020, Walla Walla, WA

Caramelized Apple Tarte Tatin with Madagascar Vanilla Bean Anglaise

 

 

 

 

 

Sponsors

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