Join experts David Campbell and Norman Andresen at the Napa Truffle Festival: Wild Mushroom Foray for the 1st Session of an exciting mushroom foraging adventure in the scenic woods above Napa Valley! This unique experience combines the thrill of exploring nature with the art of mushroom identification during peak season. With limited group sizes of up to five guests, participants are guaranteed personal attention.
Enjoy delicious truffle quiche bites made with fresh black truffles before heading out to learn about identifying edible mushrooms and proper handling techniques. Each guest will receive A Field Guide to Edible Mushrooms of California to take home.
Please note that mushroom availability depends on nature. Dress appropriately for the weather and wear suitable footwear for a memorable outdoor experience!
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Cakebread Cellars welcomes you to celebrate Dungeness crab season with a hands-on culinary experience! Join Chefs Brian and Josh as they guide you through selecting, prepping, and cooking fresh Northern California Dungeness crab, complemented by a menu crafted to pair perfectly with Cakebread’s Chardonnays.
The menu includes Jack’s signature crab cakes, crisp crab tostadas, a flavorful cioppino, harissa-spiced roast crab, and a blueberry-lime cheesecake to finish. This engaging, participatory class includes a winery tour, an appetizer reception, and a three-course lunch. Guests leave with recipes, wine notes, and a Cakebread Cellars apron—plus fond memories and new friends!
Join mushroom experts David Campbell and Norman Andresen at the Napa Truffle Festival: Wild Mushroom Foray for the 2nd Session for an exciting foray into the enchanting Napa Valley woods! This unique experience allows participants to explore and forage for wild mushrooms in their natural habitats during peak season. This year, the festival has expanded to offer four sessions with smaller group sizes of up to five participants, ensuring personalized attention and interaction. Each guest will receive a copy of A Field Guide to Edible Mushrooms of California to take home.
Attendees can savor delicious truffle quiche bites made with fresh black truffles while learning the basics of mushroom identification, handling, and cooking. Participants will have the opportunity to keep any mushrooms they find, adding an extra thrill to the adventure. Past forays have yielded a variety of fascinating species, including the delicious chanterelles and prized matsutakes.
Be prepared for an unforgettable outdoor experience, and please dress appropriately for the weather while wearing suitable footwear. This is a wonderful chance to immerse yourself in the beauty of nature and the exciting world of wild mushrooms!
Experience the magic of truffles at the Truffle Festival Marketplace, where you can savor the rich flavors of black truffles in a variety of delicious dishes prepared by vendors at the Oxbow Public Market. Don’t forget to visit the American Truffle Company kiosk to purchase your own fresh Périgord black truffle and enter for a chance to win an entire black diamond (truffle)!
Explore a diverse selection of culinary delights, from truffled goat cheese enchiladas and seared nigiri topped with truffle-infused caviar to grilled oysters slathered in truffle butter and crispy truffle fries. Indulge in decadent dark chocolate truffles, bittersweet truffle cocktails, and playful cookies & cream cupcakes adorned with little pink truffle pigs. Enjoy wine tastings, watch truffle cooking demonstrations, meet truffle dogs, and shop for unique specialty foods and products in this extraordinary truffle marketplace!
Join experts David Campbell and Norman Andresen for the Napa Truffle Festival: Wild Mushroom Foray for the 3rd Session an exciting adventure in the woods above Napa Valley, where you’ll search for wild mushrooms during peak season. This year’s foray features limited group sizes, ensuring personal attention in groups of up to five guests. Participants will receive a copy of A Field Guide to Edible Mushrooms of California to take home.
Before venturing into nature, enjoy delicious truffle quiche bites made with fresh black truffles. Learn the basics of mushroom identification, handling, and cooking techniques, and you can keep any mushrooms you find! Past forays have uncovered prized varieties like chanterelles and matsutakes, along with beautiful non-edible species.
Please note that mushroom availability depends on natural conditions, and participants should wear appropriate gear. This event is led by the Bay Area Poison Control Center’s go-to mushroom expert, David Campbell.
Join the Napa Truffle Festival for an unforgettable day of culinary delight, featuring truffle digging, gourmet cuisine, and expert guidance. Experience fresh Napa/Sonoma Périgord black truffles for the first time at this year’s festival, and learn from four Michelin star chefs in a real truffle orchard.
Kick off your day with sparkling wine at the Westin Verasa Napa, where you’ll interact with renowned chefs while enjoying truffle canapés. Discover the intricacies of truffles from expert Prof. Paul Thomas, and participate in hands-on activities to identify various truffle types.
After a demonstration with trained truffle dogs at Raymond Vineyards, indulge in a luxurious multi-course lunch featuring fresh truffles paired with exquisite wines. Plus, compete in the truffle identification contest for a chance to win a whole Périgord black truffle! This exclusive event is open to guests aged 21 and over.
Experience the magic of truffles at the Truffle Festival Marketplace, where you can savor the rich flavors of black truffles in a variety of delicious dishes prepared by vendors at the Oxbow Public Market. Don’t forget to visit the American Truffle Company kiosk to purchase your own fresh Périgord black truffle and enter for a chance to win an entire black diamond (truffle)!
Explore a diverse selection of culinary delights, from truffled goat cheese enchiladas and seared nigiri topped with truffle-infused caviar to grilled oysters slathered in truffle butter and crispy truffle fries. Indulge in decadent dark chocolate truffles, bittersweet truffle cocktails, and playful cookies & cream cupcakes adorned with little pink truffle pigs. Enjoy wine tastings, watch truffle cooking demonstrations, meet truffle dogs, and shop for unique specialty foods and products in this extraordinary truffle marketplace!
Experience the magic of truffles at the Truffle Festival Marketplace, where you can savor the rich flavors of black truffles in a variety of delicious dishes prepared by vendors at the Oxbow Public Market. Don’t forget to visit the American Truffle Company kiosk to purchase your own fresh Périgord black truffle and enter for a chance to win an entire black diamond (truffle)!
Explore a diverse selection of culinary delights, from truffled goat cheese enchiladas and seared nigiri topped with truffle-infused caviar to grilled oysters slathered in truffle butter and crispy truffle fries. Indulge in decadent dark chocolate truffles, bittersweet truffle cocktails, and playful cookies & cream cupcakes adorned with little pink truffle pigs. Enjoy wine tastings, watch truffle cooking demonstrations, meet truffle dogs, and shop for unique specialty foods and products in this extraordinary truffle marketplace!
Grove 45 in Calistoga invites guests to embark on an immersive journey into the world of extra virgin olive oil at Chateau Montelena. Whether you’re an olive oil connoisseur or new to the experience, this unique event offers an opportunity to explore different olive oil styles and regions. Attendees will learn about the olive’s journey from grove to bottle, including cultivation, harvest, and production processes. Additionally, guests will be taught how to evaluate olive oil for quality and flavor, and discover perfect pairings with food and wine.
Please note: This is an adult-only event, with shared table seating. Children, babies, and pets are kindly asked to stay at home.
Cakebread Cellars invites you to savor the vibrant flavors of New Orleans with a hands-on cooking experience inspired by the Big Easy. Led by chefs Brian Streeter and Josh Anderson, this class takes you through the preparation of Southern-inspired favorites, from oysters Rockefeller and crab cakes to BBQ shrimp & grits and rich chocolate-praline bread pudding.
Held in the Winery House Kitchen, the session includes a guided winery and garden tour (weather permitting), a lively appetizer reception, and a three-course lunch perfectly paired with Cakebread Cellars wines. Each guest leaves with a Cakebread apron, a recipe booklet, and lasting memories—and maybe some new friends!
Cakebread Cellars invites you to savor the vibrant flavors of New Orleans with a hands-on cooking experience inspired by the Big Easy. Led by chefs Brian Streeter and Josh Anderson, this class takes you through the preparation of Southern-inspired favorites, from oysters Rockefeller and crab cakes to BBQ shrimp & grits and rich chocolate-praline bread pudding.
Held in the Winery House Kitchen, the session includes a guided winery and garden tour (weather permitting), a lively appetizer reception, and a three-course lunch perfectly paired with Cakebread Cellars wines. Each guest leaves with a Cakebread apron, a recipe booklet, and lasting memories—and maybe some new friends!