Numerous celebrity chefs will be paired with local culinary talents to design a high-end dinner where each pair of chefs creates a course for an inventive gourmet meal. In addition, you'll enjoy wine pairings by Concannon Vineyards and live entertainment from Grammy Award winning songwriters, Tim Nichols, Craig Wiseman, and friends.
Visiting celebrity chefs to includes: Lydia Shire, Norman Van Aken, Larry Forgione, Robert Del Grande, and Bob Kinkead. All are winners of the prestigious James Beard Award and have numerous accolades.
------------------------------------ MENU ------------------------------------ Lydia Shire & Matt Simonds of the Hilton Downtown Nashville Lobster Popovers Demitasse of Chilled Minted English Pea with Hot Pork Belly Bap
Paired With:Concannon Selected Vineyards 2010 Pinot Grigio, Central Coast
Norman Van Aken & Jeremy Barlow of Tayst Brazilian Shrimp Chowder
Paired With:Concannon Conservancy 2009 Chardonnay, Livermore Valley
Robert Kinkead & Matt Bolus of Watermark Brioche and Mustard Crusted Halibut with Porchini Broth Favas and Exotic Mushroom Agnolotti
Paired With:Concannon Conservancy 2008 Merlot, Livermore Valley
Robert Del Grande & Brian Uhl of Sunset Grille Roasted "Triple NY" Steak Beef Rib Mole and Hominy
Paired With:Concannon Conservancy 2008 Cabernet Sauvignon, Livermore Valley
Larry Forgione & Megan Williams of Capitol Grille HI Vintage Chocolate Macadamia Torte James Beard Strawberry Rhubarb Shortcake Candied Citrus Charlotte Russe
Paired With: Concannon Conservancy 2008 Petite Sirah, Livermore Valley
Local chefs will compete in this shrimp and grits cook-off, where the visiting celebrity chefs from Saturday's dinner will judge to determine the winners. Guests will get to sample the chefs' creations, while enjoying Martini & Rossi mimosas. Plus, guests will get to vote on their favorite, for the People's Choice Award.
Live music will be provided courtesy of The Nashville Jazz Workshop, a nonprofit organization for jazz education and performance.
