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Experience food and drink in its most inspired form with Auberge Resorts Collection's new Taste of Auberge culinary journeys, which bring together exclusive chef collaborations and restaurant pop-ups in some of the most desirable destinations on Earth. Explore once-in-a-lifetime culinary journeys that will not only impress your palate, but transform the way you eat and engage with food. Sample fresh, locally sourced ingredients and native flavors and witness the creative preparation and cultural ritual that goes into making every dish sensational. Hone your own skills in the kitchen in chef-led interactive cooking classes and connect with loved ones over memorable meals you’ll reminisce about for years to come.

Women in Food and Farming at The Lodge at Blue Sky | July 25 - 28, 2023

Celebrate the exceptional talent of women in the food and agricultural industries. Join us for a series of al fresco events that are hosted by Lynsey Gammon, the Director of Farming, Gracie's Farm at Blue Sky, and our favorite female guest experts who are...
  • Lynsey Gammon, the Director of Farming, Gracie’s Farm at Blue Sky

  • Barb Phillips, Owner of The Lodge at Blue Sky | Forbes 2022 & 2023 Five-Star Award Winner

  • Chef Rhoda Magbitang | Executive Chef, Mattei’s Tavern

  • Suzanne Phifer Pavitt, CEO + Founder of Phifer Pavitt Winery | )ne of the only Green Certified Wineries in Napa

  • 3-time Olympic Medalist Corey Cogdell-Unrein

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Mauna Lani Culinary Classic | Labor Day - August 31 - September 3

Mauna Lani presents the inaugural Mauna Lani Culinary Classic, a three-day food celebration featuring the best in gastronomy, wine and mixology. Showcasing award-winning local and national talent as well as an unbeatable line-up of experiences, the...
  • 10 James Beard Nominated Chefs | 6 unique events

  • Exclusive room rates available for guests of the Culinary Classic

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A new series of inspiring epicurean events

Taste of Auberge is a new series featuring pop-ups and chef residencies at hotels and resorts throughout 2023.

May - September, 2023

Gather at Gracie's Farm with our talented team of female farmHers as we honor the land that has brought us the hardworking hero vegetables that nourish us through Utah's short growing season. Pay homage to the synergistic connection between our farmers and Executive Chef Jason Franey, and to the culinary art that they co-create with ingredients plucked fresh from the earth.

December 15, 2022 - May 30, 2023

Join us at our historic Newport mansion and be transported back to a time of raucous parties of the early 20th-century, when the East Coast’s most notorious families threw extravagant, over-the-top fêtes, with our one-of-kind, white glove experience at The Vanderbilt.

  • The Vanderbilt, Newport, Rhode Island
July 2-5, 2023

Drawing from the bounty of Costa Rica, this chef-led series brings local Latin ingredients and indigenous storytelling to Hacienda AltaGracia through the lens of chef-duo Norma Listman + Saqib Keval from Masala y Maiz. Located in Mexico City, Masala y Maiz explores the migration of people, culinary techniques, ingredients, cultural food ways and political movements between South Asia, East Africa & Mexico. Their cooking style is intensely personal, uniting people through food and culture. This summer, Norma + Saqib bring their expertise and philosophy to craft three unique culinary experiences that add to the epicurean journey at AltaGracia.

August 3 - 6 & August 10-13

The masterminds behind New York City's most coveted speakeasy, PS by Pine & Polk, take residency at The Lodge at Blue Sky for a two-week pop-up at the high alpine yurt. After a day of exploring in the Wasatch Mountains, join co-owners Lindsay Weiss & Alyssa Golub and Bar Director Melissa Brooke as they host this innovative cocktail experience, serving thoughtfully curated libations and bites by PS at Pine & Polk.

  • The Lodge at Blue Sky, Utah
Ongoing

Discover Napa Valley’s female trailblazers who forged a path in the world of wine. Pioneers of Cabernet Sauvignon, Heidi Barrett, Rosemary Cakebread, and Celia Welch all graduated from UC Davis, a tier one research university well known for their study of winemaking and grape growing. This group of legendary women are all responsible for some of the Valley’s most sought after vintages.

  • Solage, Napa Valley
Ongoing

Taste the quintessential flavors of the coast with Chef David Levi, founder of the former local five-star Vinland restaurant. Join Chef David as he takes guests on a personally-guided walking culinary tour of Portland, visiting five of Portland’s eight best loved restaurants.

  • White Barn Inn, Kennebunk, Maine
Ongoing

Discover the age old art of pasta making with this hands-on experience. It all starts in The Grange with our Farm Director, Nick Runkle, as he leads you through the garden collecting herbs and flowers to incorporate into your dish. Next, guests will learn how to turn the raw ingredients laid out in front of them into delicious pasta dough with expert guidance from Executive Chef Garrison Price.

  • Stanly Ranch, Napa Valley
Ongoing

The hotel’s 363 Bar has been reimagined by Thanos Prunarus, the founder of Baba Au Rum, which has earned international acclaim as one of the World's 50 Best Bars. Guests can now enjoy unconventional tiki and rum cocktails from Baba Au Rum’s original menu as well as libations crafted just for the hotel. 363 Bar is open to guests outside of the hotel and features a lite bites menu by Chef Lazarou.

  • Grace Hotel, Santorini

Additional Taste of Auberge events will be announced throughout 2023

Ongoing Events To Be Announced

Gastronomic series promise bucket list dining experiences all year long. With more than 45 events taking place across 15 properties in 2022, Taste of Auberge is one of the most exciting and dynamic destination culinary series in the world. Our chefs and the visiting chefs-in-residence look forward to creating extraordinary dining experiences for our guests throughout 2023.

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A Michelin-awarded voyage of taste at the heart of Santorini’s stunning Imerovigli

Chef Lefteris Lazarou

Beloved Greek and Mediterranean flavours get an inspired makeover at the hands of culinary genius and Michelin-awarded chef Lefteris Lazarou. In keeping with Greek gastronomic tradition, at Varoulko Santorini wonderful tastes such as the chef’s signature squid with pesto Genovese or the crayfish tartar with fresh basil and zesty yuzu, come alive thanks to the island’s abundant fresh ingredient offering. A veritable journey for the senses begins to unfold at Grace Hotel, boasting the perfect vantage point over the island’s awe-worthy Caldera vistas.
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A Michelin-awarded voyage of taste at the heart of Santorini’s stunning Imerovigli

Chef Lefteris Lazarou

Beloved Greek and Mediterranean flavours get an inspired makeover at the hands of culinary genius and Michelin-awarded chef Lefteris Lazarou. In keeping with Greek gastronomic tradition, at Varoulko Santorini wonderful tastes such as the chef’s signature squid with pesto Genovese or the crayfish tartar with fresh basil and zesty yuzu, come alive thanks to the island’s abundant fresh ingredient offering. A veritable journey for the senses begins to unfold at Grace Hotel, boasting the perfect vantage point over the island’s awe-worthy Caldera vistas.

Notable Past Culinary Experiences

Over the past year, guests were invited to scuba dive off the coast of La Paz, Mexico in search of seaweed, learn how to spot and harvest edible wild plants deep in the forests of Connecticut, and take master classes and workshops on how to use local, foraged ingredients in a sustainable, waste-free fashion courtesy of these world-renowned chefs.

Women’s History Month Celebrations at Hotel Jerome

March 15 - April 2, 2023

Hotel Jerome highlighted a number of dynamic women from across the globe whose talents have made them leaders in their industries and role models for the next generation.

Flavors & Spirits of Etéreo with Unapologetic Foods and Dhamaka

March 30 - April 1, 2023

Etéreo welcomed Chef Chintan Pandya and Roni Mazumdar of Unapologetic Foods, the culinary empire behind NYC’s hotspot Dhamaka and Michelin-Star South Indian gem Semma. Earning multiple accolades from the James Beard Foundation Awards, the duo has elevated authentic Indian food in New York City by introducing flavors that layer in a meditative way, and was named #1 Restaurant of the year by both the New York Times and Esquire.

Flavors & Spirits of Etéreo with Undercote

March 16 - 18, 2023

Etéreo welcomed Undercote, the highly acclaimed cocktail lounge beneath Michelin-Starred and James Beard Award-nominated Korean steakhouse of NYC and Miami, COTE. Principal bartender Sondre Kasin collaborated with Etéreo's team and curated a robust menu of creative cocktails at the Itzam bar.

Fresh produce and sparkling wine in a basket

Garden Gastronomy with La Grande Dame at Mayflower Inn & Spa

Through February 2023

Take a trip to the countryside through Garden Gastronomy, a collaboration with Veuve Clicquot's premiere champagne, La Grande Dame. Indulge in the Garden Caviar Experience, Inspiring Chef Cortney Burns’ ode to the nostalgic pairing of champagne and caviar with a seasonal twist. Revel in the tastes of the freshest Connecticut bounty.

Taikun Sushi x Bad Harriet Omakase Experience at Hotel Jerome

December 2022 - February 2023

Taikun Sushi will offer a one-of-a-kind epicurean at Bad Harriet this Winter Season. Taikun Sushi is a premium omakase experience from New York City-based Chef Kei Yoshino. Sourcing only the finest international and domestic ingredients, the Taikun team will bring Bad Harriet guests on an unforgettable 14-piece, 9-course journey.

'A Room of Joyful Pursuits' with Houses & Parties at Mayflower

November 2022 - February 2023

Diners stepped into Mayflower's 'Room of Joyful Pursuits’ and experienced a fanciful and convivial private dining experience dreamed up by celebrated interior designer and event curator, Rebecca Gardner, founder of Houses & Parties. Guests enjoyed a custom, seasonal menu from Mayflower’s Inspiring Chef Cortney Burns atop a whimsical tablescape designed by Houses & Parties.

Sofiero Castle Chef’s Dinner at Hotel Jerome

February 2023

Diners embarked on an unforgettable culinary journey at Hotel Jerome with world renowned Swedish chefs Marcus Nemrin and Jonas Hartwig – and wine director Kurt Inge Ecklund – who, together, helm the historic Sofiero Castle. Inspired by local Scandinavian ingredients, their five-course menu created an enchanting night of flavor exploration that left guests captivated by both its tastes and stories.

NOZOMI by Esperanza

January & February 2023

Nozomi, meaning hope, is Esperanza’s ode to the long-standing tradition of Japanese explorers who would brave the wild elements to cross the Pacific Ocean in hopes for a better life fishing and trading in La Baja.

James Beard Award-Winning Chef Michael Anthony at Wildflower Farms

January 2023

Gramercy Tavern’s James Beard award-winning Executive Chef Michael Anthony curated dinners and events with Clay’s Executive Chef Rob Lawson, connecting the cuisines of New York City and the Hudson Valley.

BHAKTA “Drink Vintage” Dinner at Hotel Jerome

December 2020 - January 2023

SoCal's seafood sensation, Broad Street Oyster Company, was on holiday at Mauna Lani's retro surf den, the surf Shack.

Uchi Epicurean Takeover at Hotel Jerome

Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole's signature dishes with menu by chefs Lucas Candler and Jack Yoss and curated sake pairings by Stuart Morris, one of the only American Sake Masters.

Selva, one of the top 50 best bars at Hacienda AltaGracia

Named one of the top 50 Best Bars in North America, Selva Oaxaca Cocktail Bar is an ode to the diversity and richness of local ingredients and Mexican distillates.

The World's Best Female Chef, Daniela Soto-Innes at Chileno Bay

December 2022

Daniela Soto-Innes is a Mexican-born chef and the youngest chef named World’s Best Female Chef by the World’s 50 Best Restaurant Awards.

Solage, Napa Valley

Caviar, Champagne and Jenni Kayne at Solage

December 2022

California-inspired lifestyle brand Jenni Kayne transformed poolside cabanas into beautiful private champagne and caviar lounges.

Chef T.J. Steele of Michelin-starred Claro at Bishop's Lodge

November 2022

Chef T.J. Steele’s Michelin-starred Oaxacan hot spot Claro traveled from New York for a special Thanksgiving weekend collaboration.

Jorge Vallejo of Quintonil and Roberto Solis of Nectar at Chileno Bay

November 2022

Quintonil has been on The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list since 2015, where it currently ranks ninth globally. Chef Roberto Solis, Owner and Executive Chef of Nectar, is known as the father of the New Yucatan cuisine.

Saison Hospitality at Commodore Perry Estate

November 2022

San Francisco’s two Michelin-starred Saison hosted a fire cooking workshop and an intimate coursed dinner in Commodore Perry Estate.

Flavors & Spirits of Etéreo: Employees Only

October - November 2022

Employees Only has been a pioneer of the craft cocktail renaissance in New York City.

Michelin-starred Oxomoco at Esperanza

October - November 2022

Oxomoco, the Michelin-starred Brooklyn eatery serving cuisine authentic to Mexico’s southwestern region.

Champagne on an outdoor table

Champagne week at Auberge du Soleil

This fall, Auberge du Soleil celebrated its third-annual Champagne Week with daily Champagne tastings hosted by premier and Grand Cru houses, along with tantalizing Champagne-paired dining experiences in the Michelin Star Restaurant.

Herbs being dipped in honey

Michelin-awarded chef Matthew Kammerer at Stanly Ranch

November 2022

Chef Matthew Kammerer, the innovator at the helm of the Michelin-starred Harbor House on the Mendocino Coast.

Taste the Flavors of Coastal Maine with Barton Seaver at White Barn Inn

October 2022

Chef Barton Seaver and other prominent Maine purveyors curated experiences at the White Barn Inn.

Outdoor dining area with adobe fireplace

Santa Fe Wine and Chile Festival at Bishop's Lodge

October 2022

Santa Fe Wine & Chile Fiesta carefully curates programming featuring the Santa Fe restaurant community, wineries from around the world and top local and national experts in the sommelier and wine education realm.

La Playita with Tomás Bermúdez and Alfredo Villanueva at Chileno Bay

October 2022

La Docena in Mexico City is now one of the most acclaimed and socially responsible restaurants in Mexico. Alfredo Villanueva (of Villa Torel) was recognized in 2021 as one of the 50 Best Discoveries in food and spirits.

Gracie’s Farm Culinary Series at The Lodge at Blue Sky

September 2022

Guests took stock of the harvest as they joined Head FarmHer Lynsey Gammon for an epicurean journey through sustainable, organic farming.

Mustard flowers in a field

France-To-Table: Mustard Sommelier at Goldener Hirsch

August 2022

Maille has a longstanding heritage as the premium French dijon brand. An experience crafted by Maille mustard sommelier Chef Brandon Collins.

Group of women drinking wine

A Weekend with Arietta Winery at The Lodge at Blue Sky

August 2022

Guests sampled curated wines paired with a six-course tasting menu created by our master culinary team paired with Arietta wines throughout.

Full Moon Sip and Soak at Auberge du Soleil

June, July, August 2022

Each full moon evening guests are sample complimentary tastings of locally produced biodynamic wines, while soaking at the Spa du Soleil.

PDT (Please Don't Tell) at Etéreo

July 2022

PDT quickly rose to notoriety in the cocktail world for its innovative cocktails, genuine hospitality, and signature gourmet hot dogs created by renowned chefs.

Chef JJ Johnson and Gary Obligacion of the famed Alinea Group at Hotel Jerome

June 2022

Hotel Jerome gave guests unprecedented access to the highly anticipated Aspen Food and Wine Festival.

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Telluride cuisine at Madeline's 2nd-annual Alpine Cookout

The event drew visiting culinary icons such as celebrity Chef Viet Pham, Chef Dean Fearing, Chef Mark Tarbell and Chef Mark Kiffin.

Shenarri Freeman of Cadence at Hacienda AltaGracia

July 2022

Cadence, named one of the best new restaurants of 2021 by The New York Times, features plant-based Southern soul cuisine. Guests experienced Chef Shenarri Freeman’s cooking style, which puts wellness and sustainability at the forefront.

Chef Ferrero

El Maestro de Ia Carne,” Dante Ferrero at Chileno Bay

July 2022

Chef Ferrero has built a culinary career dedicated to the study of beef from production to consumption. His restaurants in Mexico celebrate carne and Chef Ferrero's hard-won expertise and creativity.

Uchi Chef Tyson Cole at Hotel Jerome

July 2022

Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole’s presented his signature non-traditional take on Japanese food developed at Uchi.

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Bastille Day with Le Creuset

July 2022

Bastille Day celebrations included of sabering champage and culinary offerings served in signature Le Creuset vessels.

An artful dinner at Bishop's Lodge inspired by Kenneth Johnson

June 2022

Chef Pablo and artist Kenneth Johnson collaborated to create a creative interpretation of two artful forms: food and art.

Rosé All May with Haus Spa Water at Auberge du Soleil

May 2022

Auberge du Soleil partnered with Haus to create refreshing low-ABV beverages.

Chef Virgilio Martínez the #1 Chef in Latin America

May 2022

Virgilio is a world renowned Peruvian Chef and restaurateur at the forefront of spreading Peruvian cuisine globally.

Charlie Bird at White Barn Inn

April 2022

Charlie Bird from Delicious Hospitality Group, brought the restaurant’s cult-favorite dishes to Kennebunk.

Chef Norberto Piattoni at Hacienda AltaGracia

April 2022

Argentinian Chef Norberto Piattoni refined his craft at the renowned Restaurant Garzon, as head chef under Francis Mallman. He has worked under the moniker ‘The Modestos’ since 2020 doing a series of charity pop-ups in New York and Los Angeles.

Guest Chefs Benito Molina, Lele Cristóbal, and Luis Robledo at Chileno Bay

April 2022

Benito Molina of Manzanilla completed his professional studies at the New England Culinary Institute in Vermont, where he met and learned from French masters.

Hotel Jerome, Wheeler Room

Bar Luminaries Series for Women's History Month at Hotel Jerome

March 2022

Hotel Jerome brought the Best in the Bar Business to Aspen for one-week residencies, adding their flair and creativity to complement their menu.

José Luis Hinostroza, David Castro and Maribel Aldaco at Chileno Bay

March 2022

A native of Southern California, José Luis grew up in a Mexican household and the birthplace of the farm-to-table movement. His product-driven menu at ARCA brings together the bold and explosive flavors of Mexico.

Chef Elizabeth Karmel at Primland

March 2022

Nationally-celebrated barbecue pitmaster Chef Elizabeth Karmel brought her crowd-pleasing recipes to the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Sommelier June Rodil at Commodore Perry Estate

March 2022

Houston-based Sommelier June Rodil of Good Night Hospitality hosted a wine tasting event.

Nami Nori at Mauna Lani - Discover ONE OF THE "10 BEST NEW RESTAURANTS IN AMERICA"

February 2022

New York-based Nami Nori, ranked as one of the "10 Best New Restaurants in America", seamlessly blended the fresh ingredients of Hawai'i with the dynamic flavors of Japan.

A Multi-Sensory Evening with Favia Wines at Hotel Jerome

February 2022

Husband-and-wife winemakers Andy Erickson and Annie Favia-Erickson guided an epicurean progression through the intimate journey in the world of Favia wines.

Usu-Zan by SingleThread at The Lodge at Blue Sky

January 2022

SingleThread took residence at The Lodge at Blue Sky for a transportive seven-course culinary homage to Hokkaido, Japan.

Aska at Blue Sky with Michelin-starred Chef Fredrik Berselius

2021

Chef Fredrik used local organic ingredients, many of which are grown onsite at Blue Sky’s Gracie’s Farm.

Dining with The World’s Best Chef Chef Mads

2020-2021

One of the initial partners of the groundbreaking Danish restaurant Noma delivered an immersive behind-the-scenes look into the world of foraging and no-waste cuisine at five award-winning Auberge properties. He also hosted events showcasing how some of the most wasted, neglected ingredients can yield the most extraordinary results.

Chef Blamey at Mayflower Inn & Spa

2020

A native of Santiago, Chile, Chef Victoria Blamey oversaw the culinary offerings at Mayflower Inn & Spa through September of 2020. Drawn to the rarefied air of fine dining, Blamey has worked in many celebrated kitchens around the world.


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Gain a unique window into the local culture with each bite, each sip or each foray into the field with a local farmer.

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Explore the unique restaurants at Auberge Resorts Collection

ITZAM | Riviera Maya

The intoxicating smell of freshly made tortillas and fire-roasted corn, being made throughout the day on the life-size wood-fired comal, welcomes diners into Itzam. Inspired by Mayan tradition but with a contemporary approach, Itzam’s menu is...
  • Etéreo

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Esperanza

Set on a rocky promontory surrounded by the crashing waves, La Cocina del Mar's salty sea air complements the exquisite variety of just-caught and foraged seafood prepared to let the vibrant natural flavors shine through. Artisan cocktails elevate local fruits and Mexican spirits.

White Barn Inn

"Maine’s White Barn Inn Restaurant Turned a One-Time Hay House into a High-End Legend," according to Boston Magazine. Ingredients from local farmers, fishermen and foragers feature highly in White Barn Inn's contemporary coastal delights. The rustic, yet picturesque barn sets the stage for an unforgettable meal, worthy of its AAA Five Diamond and Forbes Five-Star accolades.

The Lodge at Blue Sky

Savor haute Western cuisine accompanied by epic alpine views. Dine at Yuta, where our culinary team draws inspiration from the region's Uto-Aztec, Ute and New Spain cultures. Delight in private picnic lunches or a private meal in a mountaintop Yurt - enhanced by heirloom ingredients from Gracie's Farm and High West Whiskey Distillery, both located on-property.

Join us in our elegant dining space, The Garden Room, designed by interior designer Celerie Kemble. Overlooking the Shakespeare Garden, The Garden Room celebrates elegant rusticity with indoor and outdoor dining spaces inspired by the natural beauty of our property. Explore the Garden Delights, Market's Bounty and Garden Gastronomy menus while dining in the countryside.

Lutie's | Austin

Known for her lavish Jazz Age social gatherings and soirées, estate matriarch Lutie Perry and her convivial spirit live on, refracted through the fresh, whimsical lens of powerhouse designer Ken Fulk. Come here to connect over craft cocktails and snacks on...
  • Commodore Perry Estate

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Auberge du Soleil

13 consecutive Michelin stars reveal the depth of quality and creativity at Napa's first culinary destination. Executive Chef Robert Curry presents Mediterranean-inspired fare paired with wines from their 15,000-bottle cellar. Whether dining at the restaurant or bar and bistro, anticipate an experience steeped in wine country's storied traditions and stunning vistas.

Bishop's Lodge

Nestled at the base of the Sangre de Cristo mountains, SkyFire draws inspiration from the diverse, rich ingredients and textures found in Mexico, and infuses them with unexpected modern techniques. The transformative element of fire is present throughout the bar, main dining room and terrace where piñon or cedar wood logs are burned to evoke a scent which roots you to our grounding atmosphere, and the wood-fired grill imparts complexity to bright, vibrant dishes. For reservations, call ​505-390-7682​.

Solage

Picobar, has stunning views of the surrounding Mayacamas Mountains. The word “pico” means “peak” — showcasing whatever’s in peak season from the mountains, valleys and rivers. Enjoy a casual meal of tacos with homemade Napa flavored tortillas or grab a snack bite poolside like chips and Picobar guacamole, uniquely made with whipped avocado, pistachio and kale dip.

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