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October 23-November 2
Chefs, vintners and friends from the Bay Area are thrilled to welcome Jacques Pépin to the Napa and Sonoma Valleys as we join him in commemorating his 90th birthday with an 11-day series of special celebrations. We hope that you will look over the exciting events we have planned and spend some time with us in honoring this extraordinary chef, artist, teacher and friend.
Join Grace Young, the James Beard Humanitarian of the Year and Julia Child Award recipient honored for her work to preserve America’s Chinatowns, for an intimate two-hour tasting tour through one of NYC’s most historic neighborhoods. Known as the “Stir-Fry Guru” and “accidental voice of Chinatown,” Grace will guide you to hidden gems, beloved legacy eateries, and share stories that bring the neighborhood’s rich culinary and cultural history to life.
Neb, the love letter to Piedmont, Italy from James Beard Award winner Chef Tom Douglas, offers a wood-fired, rustic Italian menu in downtown Seattle. For this special 90/90 event, enjoy Tom’s mozzarella tasting, thoughtfully paired wines, warm hospitality, and a generous family-style feast celebrating the flavors of Italy, Jacques Pépin, and a great cause.
Join us at Fearing's Restaurant for an extraordinary evening honoring legendary chef Jacques Pépin. Hosted by Chef Dean Fearing, this one-night-only event features a cocktail reception, five-course dinner, and wine pairings. Dallas chefs will showcase inspired cuisine, fine wine, and warm hospitality. Proceeds benefit the Jacques Pépin Foundation, supporting its mission to empower individuals through culinary education.
Celebrate Jacques' 90th Birthday! Join Chef Chris Follari and a wonderful gathering of local farmers, artists, chefs, artisans, and foragers as we come together to celebrate Jacques' incredible 90th birthday! This exciting evening promises great food, lively music, and a sense of community. Guests will have the opportunity to sample a delightful variety of dishes crafted from ingredients grown or foraged right here in the beautiful Hudson Valley. Don’t miss this chance to indulge in delicious flavors while celebrating a remarkable milestone with friends and neighbors!
Bludorn Restaurant is nestled in the heart of the Montrose neighborhood of Houston. Chef Aaron Bludorn roots himself in the Gulf serving New American, French-inspired fare with passion and integrity. The menus are comprised of seasonally rotating dishes, global wines, and handcrafted cocktails served in this neighborhood landmark. For this 90/90 event, Bludorn will offer a special guest chef dinner with Chris Shepherd and others.
The Whale Wins is the creation of James Beard Award winning chef Renee Erickson and partners Jeremy Price and Chad Dale — the folks behind Ballard’s acclaimed The Walrus and the Carpenter. Drawing inspiration from the cuisine of some of Renee Erickson’s favorite places in southern Europe and England, The Whale Wins’ wood-fired, vegetable focused […]
Poole's is a modern diner with reimagined comfort food. Their evening menu of seasonal, locally-focused offerings changes weekly and sometimes daily. For this 90/90 dinner event, chef Ashley Christensen and guests chef Sarah Grueneberg and chef Jason Stanhope will offer a multi-course format with wine pairings.
Join us for a Jacques Pépin 90/90 evening created by Chef Ross Florance. To celebrate Chef Pépin's 90th birthday, 90 events are being hosted around the world and we're one of them! Hosted at the Downeast Institute, we'll be serving special Jacques-inspired passed hor d'oeuvres and canapés, featuring the amazing seafood from Three Island Oyster Co.
Join Houndstooth for a Jacques Pépin 90/90 Dinner created by Cheyenne Galbraith and James Beard Award-winning Chef Joho. This tasting dinner is expressly designed to accompany Southwest Michigan wines and cider from Carriage House Ciders, Lake Michigan Vintner's, Modales Wines, Domaine Berrien Cellars, Stranger Wine Company, and Veritas Estate Winery. All collaborators will be in attendance.
Join renowned chefs Michael Symon and Vinnie Cimino for an intimate evening at Cordelia in Cleveland celebrating culinary legend Jacques Pépin's 90th birthday. This dinner celebrates Midwest cooking and the values that define the region — community, friendship, and the power of good food to bring people together. Experience an unforgettable night as two of the city's most beloved chefs pay tribute to the chef who has inspired generations of cooks around the world. Come for the food, stay for the stories, and celebrate the timeless bond between great cooking and great company.
Join Jacques and Claudine Pépin for a celebratory dinner with chefs Kyle Connaughton and Sean O’Toole. Enjoy Napa Valley wines, birthday cake by Lincoln Carson and Stephen Curry’s Gentleman’s Cut bourbon.
Twenty Bay Area Chefs Celebrate Jacques!
Celebrate Jacques Pépin with twenty top Bay Area chefs at The Culinary Institute of America at COPIA for a reception, family-style dinner with celebratory wines, live auction, and a birthday cake toast.
Gathering the best chefs in Orange County, powerhouse duo chef Michael and Kwini Reed are welcoming guests into the Michelin-recognized Poppy & Seed's garden oasis for an evening of community and collaboration, recognizing the culinary excellence of Orange County and celebrating Jacques Pépin's impact on culinary education. Collaborating with beloved local chefs, Michael and Kwini's 90/90 dinner is a culinary dialogue, highlighting the bounty of Southern California through connection and friendship, sharing the gratitude and heart that goes into the best type of meals.
A Sweet Celebration of Jacques’s 90th
Jacques Pépin shares career highlights in conversation with daughter Claudine and filmmaker Peter Stein. The conversation is followed by a sparkling birthday cake reception and tasting by twelve top Bay Area pastry chefs.
An Afternoon with Jacques Pépin at Hestan Napa: October 28th
Join us at Hestan Napa — a new destination for cookware, wine, and culinary innovation — for a special afternoon with legendary chef, author, and artist Jacques Pépin. Guests are invited to meet Jacques and have their copy of The Art of Jacques Pépin personally signed in celebration of his remarkable legacy.
