Spring 2025

“Signature events like the Tasting Pavilion, presented by Palo Alto Networks, and exclusive dinners, such as A Rare Moment in Time: A Luxurious French Dinner, hosted by Max Boonthanakit, Markus Glocker, Philip Tessier, Laurent Tourondel and Laura Werlin, return, alongside new additions like A Taste of Kwéyòl: Creole Cuisine and Stories with Nina Compton & Friends, Camari Mick and Nyesha Arrington,” she says. A significant aspect of the event is the charitable giving component through the Pebble Beach Company Foundation. 2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the foundation, which has provided over $19.1 million in grants to Monterey County nonprofits to enhance educational opportu- nities for local youth. Exclusive privileges, like dedicated entry points at The Tasting Pavilion and access to special events, are available to Capital One cardholders. These include The Art of Asian Cuisine: Dinner hosted by Nyesha Arrington, Esther Choi, Maya Erickson, Roy Yamaguchi, and Buen Provecho: Dinner hosted by Mario Castrellón, Gilberto Cetina, Rogelio Garcia and Diego Oka. For everyone, a wide variety of packages are available. Guests can go all-in for exceptional experiences, with some packages including accom- modations, seminars, special lunches and evening events, or experience great value and incredible food and beverages at events like the week- end’s Tasting Pavilion. “Curated packages for this year’s festival include the newly introduced Walk-Around Package, priced at $1,750, which offers general admission access to all five walk-around events, along with a curated selection of sig- nature experiences,” MacDonald explains.“This package includes access to the Opening Night Reception with the James Beard Foundation hosted by Nancy Silverton, California Coastal hosted by Richard Blais presented by Santa Lucia HighlandsWine Artisans, and theTasting Pavilion presented by Palo Alto Networks on Saturday and Sunday. Guests will also enjoy entry to Burgers & Barrels Happy Hour hosted by Billy Durney presented by Palo Alto Networks, Pit Masters of the Fairway: BBQ Walk-Around Experience hosted by Chris Lilly, and Pacific Feast hosted by Chris Photos: Courtesy of Pebble Beach Food & Wine With unparalleled coastal views, world-renowned golf links and luxurious accommodations, the iconic atmosphere of Pebble Beach elevates all aspects of the festival. The festival, while being a celebration of the culinary arts and incredible wines and spirits, is also a significant fundraiser for Pebble Beach Company Foundation. The nonprofit has raised over $19 million to serve Monterey County youth with educational resources. 172 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • S P R I N G 2 0 2 5