Culinary adventures into a world of flavor Taste of Auberge
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.
Three Michelin Starred Chef Daniel Humm | Wildflower Farms, NY
October 6-9 2023
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.
“The idea that pastry relates only to sweets is limiting and prevents creativity,” says Hotel Jerome Executive Pastry Chef Ben Kunert. Join us at Bad Harriet as Chef Kunert pushes the boundaries of how pastry techniques are applied. Accompanying him is bar maven Mary Lou Mountain, who has worked closely with Chef in creating a progressive cocktail journey meant to complete each dish.
- Hotel Jerome, Aspen, Colorado
Gather for an intimate family-style dinner inspired by Los Olivos' historic olive groves. In collaboration with Global Gardens, Executive Chef Rhoda invites you to a five-course dinner with Mediterranean influences and tableside presentations. Experience locally harvested vegetables and flavors transformed by Global Gardens' award-winning olive oil. Join early for our cocktail hour, featuring two mixed beverages and passed appetizers, then enjoy a taste of Los Olivos with a live jazz guitarist and an optional wine pairing.
- The Inn at Mattei's Tavern, Los Olivos, California
With over 30 years of history and evolution, this five-day epicurean extravaganza features the finest culinarians of the region. From classically trained to self-taught to James Beard Award-Winning chefs, the 60 participants share their talents and unique stories. Their cuisine is further enhanced by the thoughtfully curated line-up of renown wineries.
- Bishop's Lodge, Santa Fe, New Mexico
Immerse yourself in Rhode Island’s iconic export as you spend the day with the experts at West Passage Oysters. Journey to Wickford Town Dock and learn from West Passage’s team about the history of half shells in Rhode Island, an oyster’s life cycle, and how shellfish are farmed in Newport’s Narragansett Bay. Then, hop aboard West Passage Oyster’s 21ft farm boat to their lease at Rome Point for a firsthand experience on how oysters are farmed daily. Once at the farm, try your hand at harvesting, shucking, and eating the fresh oysters straight from the water, creating an unforgettable experience you’ll find only in Rhode Island.
- The Vanderbilt, Newport, Rhode Island
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.
This summer, spend an evening imbibing in craft cocktails at Primland's historic Tobacco Barn, located a short walk from the Lodge. An idyllic setting to enjoy early evening cocktails on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 3-8PM. New seasonal refreshing cocktails and a selection of beers and wines available.
- Primland Resort, Blue Ridge Mountains, Virginia
From the limestone-rich soils of the Central Coast to volcanic ash and clay found at higher elevations, the terroir speaks to us through the vines. At Stanly Ranch, the voice of the soil can be heard through the Grange, our chef’s garden that honors our infinite connection between the land. Alongside wineries that have a shared dedication to presenting the voice of the soil, we invite you to join us for an intimate dining experience that reflects the bounty of the land and various expressions of the terroir through six different wines.
- Stanly Ranch, Napa Valley, California
Collectible wine and collectible art come together to create Amuse Bouche Napa Valley Red Blend, a joint wine venture with Heidi Barrett and John Schwartz. This Pomerol-style Merlot/Cabernet Franc blend is made from some of the best grape sources in the Napa Valley. Amuse Bouche wine aspires to rival its greatest cross-Atlantic counterparts, such as Chateau Petrus and Chateau Le Pin.
- The Lodge at Blue Sky, Park City, Utah
Join us for a celebration of local grape growers, farmers, chefs and makers. Enjoy a walk-around tasting with gourmet food pairings and live music as we honor some of Napa Valley most acclaimed restaurants and wineries.
- Solage, Napa Valley, California
Get into the festive spirit as we welcome Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Pierce Bush for an intimate book signing and Prelude cocktail soiree to celebrate their book, Love Comes First. On Friday, December 8th, join us in our historic barn and toast to the beginning of the holiday season and enjoy handcrafted, seasonal cocktails and light bites alongside Jenna Bush Hager and Barbara Bush Hager.
- White Barn Inn, Kennebunk, Maine
The mai tai might be your favorite beachside cocktail, but it also conveys the story of Hawaii’s agricultural past. Its main ingredient is aged, fermented and distilled using sugarcane, a valuable crop that bolstered Hawaii’s economy in the nineteenth century. Venture to the northernmost tip of Hawai’i Island to explore Kuleana Rum Works’s 40-some-acre sugarcane farm, then return to Mauna Lani for a private dinner and mixology class with Kuleana Rum Works’s award-winning rum.
- Mauna Lani, Hawaii
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
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
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
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.
A Michelin-awarded voyage of taste at the heart of Santorini’s stunning Imerovigli
Chef Lefteris Lazarou
A Michelin-awarded voyage of taste at the heart of Santorini’s stunning Imerovigli
Chef Lefteris Lazarou
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.
Harvest Table Dinner at Solage
Once a year, Calistoga’s main street is reserved from end to end with a thousand-foot table in honor of the town’s annual harvest dinner. The event historically kicks off days before the Fall season in celebration of a plentiful harvest, bringing together locals and visitors for the ultimate family feast. Forbes praises Executive Chef Rios “boundary-pushing creativity” and his cooking for being “vibrant, exciting, and alive.”
Via Corota Craft Cocktails at Mayflower Inn & Spa
Guests of the Mayflower indulged in the tastes of Via Carota aperitifs alongside specialty Italian snacks curated by our culinary team – from Olive Oil Cake with Candied Orange with the Negroni Classico to strawberries and Zabaglione with the Espresso Martini – all to be enjoyed amongst the glow of our Tap Room pre- or post-dinner.
The Mauna Lani Culinary Classic
Mauna Lani presented 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 Culinary Classic connects chefs, sommeliers, mixologists, friends and neighbors in the name of culinary creativity.
PS by Pine & Polk at The Lodge at Blue Sky
The masterminds behind New York City's most coveted speakeasy, PS by Pine & Polk, took 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, guests joined co-owners Lindsay Weiss & Alyssa Golub and Bar Director Melissa Brooke as they hosted this innovative cocktail experience, serving thoughtfully curated libations and bites by PS at Pine & Polk.
Midsummer Bloom Dinner at Wildflower Farms
At the Midsummer Bloom dinner, guests enjoyed an unforgettable dining journey with Chef Flynn McGarry of Gem, celebrating the captivating beauty of wild and edible flowers grown at Wildflower Farms. The family-style dinner party, featured a plethora of vegetables and locally sourced proteins. It was outside summer feast, perfectly paired with our favorite wines from Provence’s Domaines Ott.
A Dinner with Guest Chef James Kent at Blue Sky
In August, renowned visiting Chef James Kent took the helm of Yuta, Blue Sky's signature restaurant, creating a 5-course chef's choice menu with freshly harvested ingredients from our very own Gracie's Farm and innovative wine pairings.
Women in Food & Farming at Blue Sky
Diners at Blue Sky celebratde the exceptional talent of women in the food and agricultural industries in a series of al fresco events hosted by Lynsey Gammon, the Director of Farming, Gracie's Farm at Blue Sky, and our favorite female guest experts who are leaders in their field.
Masala y Maiz at Hacienda AltaGracia
Drawing from the bounty of Costa Rica, this chef-led series brought 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.
A Gilded Age Dinner Party at the Vanderbilt
Diners at at our historic Newport mansion were 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.
Women’s History Month Celebrations at Hotel Jerome
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
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
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.
Garden Gastronomy with La Grande Dame at Mayflower Inn & Spa
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Caviar, Champagne and Jenni Kayne at Solage
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
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
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
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
Employees Only has been a pioneer of the craft cocktail renaissance in New York City.
Michelin-starred Oxomoco at Esperanza
Oxomoco, the Michelin-starred Brooklyn eatery serving cuisine authentic to Mexico’s southwestern region.
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.
Michelin-awarded chef Matthew Kammerer at Stanly Ranch
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
Chef Barton Seaver and other prominent Maine purveyors curated experiences at the White Barn Inn.
Santa Fe Wine and Chile Festival at Bishop's Lodge
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
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
Guests took stock of the harvest as they joined Head FarmHer Lynsey Gammon for an epicurean journey through sustainable, organic farming.
France-To-Table: Mustard Sommelier at Goldener Hirsch
Maille has a longstanding heritage as the premium French dijon brand. An experience crafted by Maille mustard sommelier Chef Brandon Collins.
Chef JJ Johnson and Gary Obligacion of the famed Alinea Group at Hotel Jerome
Hotel Jerome gave guests unprecedented access to the highly anticipated Aspen Food and Wine Festival.
Telluride Cuisine at Madeline's 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
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.
El Maestro de Ia Carne,” Dante Ferrero at Chileno Bay
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
Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole’s presented his signature non-traditional take on Japanese food developed at Uchi.
Bastille Day with Le Creuset
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
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
Auberge du Soleil partnered with Haus to create refreshing low-ABV beverages.
Chef Virgilio Martínez the #1 Chef in Latin America
Virgilio is a world renowned Peruvian Chef and restaurateur at the forefront of spreading Peruvian cuisine globally.
Charlie Bird at White Barn Inn
Charlie Bird from Delicious Hospitality Group, brought the restaurant’s cult-favorite dishes to Kennebunk.
Chef Norberto Piattoni at Hacienda AltaGracia
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
Benito Molina of Manzanilla completed his professional studies at the New England Culinary Institute in Vermont, where he met and learned from French masters.
Bar Luminaries Series for Women's History Month at Hotel Jerome
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
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
Nationally-celebrated barbecue pitmaster Chef Elizabeth Karmel brought her crowd-pleasing recipes to the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Sommelier June Rodil at Commodore Perry Estate
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"
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
Husband-and-wife winemakers Andy Erickson and Annie Favia-Erickson guided an epicurean progression through the intimate journey in the world of Favia wines.
Dining with The World’s Best Chef Chef Mads
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
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.