Honoring the 90th Birthday ofJacques Pépin

Considered the greatest culinary educator of our time, Jacques Pépin has dedicated the majority of his career to teaching technique by authoring over 30 cookbooks and hosting 13 public television series.

An iconic chef, author, teacher, television personality, and artist, his legendary impact has touched lives and kitchens across decades and generations.

In collaboration with chefs and restaurants spanning the nation, we will celebrate Jacques through December 2025.

We are excited to launch our biggest initiative ever: the 90/90 Dinner Series. These ticketed dinners, celebrating Jacques’ 90^th birthday in 2025, are designed to generate significant support to advance our mission of improving lives through culinary education.

Most importantly, each chef and restaurant has pledged that proceeds from these exclusive events will directly benefit the Jacques Pépin Foundation, and directly support our community kitchen programs and educational videos, creating a cycle of support that empowers individuals and communities.

Thank you! Your participation ensures a lasting impact on communities nationwide.

Join us in creating celebrations that change lives through culinary education

Ways We're Celebrating Together

Chef and Restaurant Benefit Dinners

Top chefs and restaurants across the country are coming together to host 90 celebration dinners, with proceeds supporting the Jacques Pépin Foundation and its mission to empower communities through culinary education.

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Home Cook Celebrations

Families and friends nationwide are gathering for Home Cook Celebrations, inspired by Jacques' recipes, to share festive meals while supporting the Foundation’s work.

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Virtual Celebrations

Our community is connecting online through live-streamed events on social media and other platforms, raising awareness and support for the Jacques Pépin Foundation.

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Upcoming Events

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Intercontinental San Francisco

November 15

Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime culinary celebration honoring the 90th birthday of the legendary Chef Jacques Pépin. Hosted in the elegant Luce Room at Bistro 888, this exclusive evening brings together lovers of food, tradition, and excellence to pay tribute to one of the most influential chefs of our time. Space is limited for this intimate celebration. Reserve your seat at the table as we toast to 90 years of brilliance, generosity, and gastronomic artistry.

Red Wagon Plants

November 15

Even with the summer plant season over and the bake shop closed, Red Wagon will open for a special evening honoring Jacques Pépin. Julie Rubaud and Amy Vogler will cook alongside Molly Stevens, Maura O’Sullivan, Cara Tobin, and Carey Nershi, preparing a country French-inspired multi-course family-style menu with wine and a welcome toast.

A simmering stew of food from Chef and Table

Recipes from Julia and Jacques with Chef Vitaly Paley

November 15 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Join us in celebrating Jacques Pépin’s 90th birthday! This special event features a cooking class inspired by recipes from Julia and Jacques: Cooking at Home, the beloved cookbook by Chef Pépin and Julia Child. Chef Vitaly Paley — who has studied and worked with Pépin — will guide you through the techniques and dishes featured in the book.

We Invite You to Host a 90/90 Dinner

Join us in celebration of Jacques Pépin’s 90th birthday as one of 90 chefs to host a ticketed dinner at your restaurant.

Your participation in this monumental campaign will honor Jacques Pépin’s legacy and secure the future of the Jacques Pépin Foundation for years to come.

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Family gathering at festive table. Photo by Askar Abayev on Pexels.

News and Updates

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A 90/90 Culinary Journey

October 19, 2025

The 90/90 Celebration Campaign continued nationwide in September, bringing together communities in New York, Seattle, and Dallas. Each event offered extraordinary dining while supporting the Jacques Pépin Foundation’s mission to expand access to culinary education and empower individuals and communities.

Community and Culinary Excellence in August

October 5, 2025

Unique celebrations brought the Jacques Pépin Foundation’s 90/90 festivities to new heights in August 2025. Two distinctive approaches to the format of a 90/90 celebration showcased the Foundation’s mission and honored both fine dining and community empowerment.

July Round-Up

July 31, 2025

Who can resist a summertime soirée? No matter where you are in the country, the produce is never better than in the good ole summertime, and chefs love to make use of the exquisite ingredients of the season! We were very fortunate to have four fantastic venues host memorable dinners in support of the JPF’s mission in July.