There are 19 wineries pouring more than 100 wines and nearly 30 chefs from area restaurants, including a Champion of the Food Network’s “Chopped!” The Pacific Wine & Food Classic was voted #1 on USA Today’s list of 10Best Food Festivals in the nation.
“We are elated to once again bring a well-deserved spotlight to Orange County’s immensely talented chefs,” said Pamela Waitt, President of OC Restaurant Association and founder of Pacific Wine & Food Classic. “Guests will once again experience VIP treatment as we pair world-class wines from across the Golden State with outstanding local culinary creations.”
Here is a complete rundown of the event, including the date, wineries, chefs and restaurants and ticket prices information.
Date & Times
• Saturday, Oct. 1, 1-5 p.m.
Tickets
• VIP, $200. Early entry, $200. A $2.50 process fee is extra.
All tickets for the 2022 event are VIP and you must be age 21 and over to attend.
Wineries:
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Adobe Road Winery
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Alexander Valley Vineyards
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Bernardus Winery
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Brassfield Estate Winery
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Copper Cane Wines & Provisions
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Delicato Family Wines
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Head High Wines
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Hope Family Wines
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Howell at the Moon
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JUSTIN Winery
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Moscato Wines
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Mt. Beautiful Wines
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New Zealand Wine Navigator – No1 Family Estate
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Petrichor Vineyards
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Quigley Fine Wines
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Rancho Capistrano Winery
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San Simeon Wines
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Roots Run Deep WInery
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Terlato Wines
Chefs And Restaurants
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Chef Adrian de La Torre, Rancho Capistrano Winery
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Chef Brian Huskey, The Jetty, Private chef and Top Chef Season 11
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Chef Craig Brady, Haven Craft Kitchen + Bar
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Chef Eddie Hyman, The Country Club
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Chef Ernie Alvarado, Urbana
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Chef Fonzy De Zuniga, Descanso
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Chef Hiroshi Shima, Sushi Roku
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Chef Ivan Calderon, Taco Rosa
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Chef Joe Youkhan, co-founder and National Director of Culinary Operations of Western Hospitality Group, co-founder of SmörBurgers, and a Champion of the Food Network’s “Chopped!”
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Chef Jordan Borlaza, Habana
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Chef Julie Thomas, Sweet Surrender Specialty Desserts and Pastries
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Chef Karla Vasquez, Chelas Mexican Kitchen
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Chef Leo Razo, Villa Roma and Cambalache, World Paella Championship winner
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Chef Linda Johnson, Filomena’s Italian Kitchen and Food Network’s “Restaurant: Impossible”
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Chef Ugo Allesina, Prego
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Chef Wayne Magnusen, Hook & Anchor
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Chef / Owner Tin Vuong, LSXO and Bluegold
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Executive Chef Gilbert Laurie, Pacific Hideaway
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Executive Chef Joseph Tripi, Trevor’s at the Tracks
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Executive Chef Matthew Luna, Five Crowns & SideDoor
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Owner and Executive Chef Rich Mead, Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens
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Damien Orozco, The Tea House on Los Rios
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Great Maple
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Leslie Nguyen, Miss Mini Donuts
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Rashad Moumneh, Falasophy
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Wing Lam, Wahoo’s Fish Tacos
Not only that, but upon entering, people are greeted with a welcome cocktail made with Licor 43. There will also be cocktails by Grey Goose, Maker’s Mark, Tres Generaciones and Bacardi; Southern California’s largest charcuterie and crudite tasting experience courtesy of Lover’s Boards and Melissa’s produce and live music.
The event will follow all local, state and CDC guidelines. PubClub.com highly recommends having a designated driver or taking Uber/Lyft to the event.
Net proceeds for The Pacific Wine & Food Classic proudly benefit the Golden Rule Charity.
Official Website: Pacific Wine + Food Classic
Newport Dunes Address & Map: 1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA
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