Our birthdays are two days apart in May, and we have made amazing foodie plans for a special weekend. "Vegas Uncorked" is a 4 day food and wine event sponsored by Bon Appetit magazine.
We have three free nights at the Paris Las Vegas, so we will arrive on Thursday evening. Here is a description of the events we will be attending! (We are still considering a Thursday night chef's dinner at Guy Savoy's as well.)
Friday:
1:30-2:30 Culinary Workshop: A Passion for Pasta
Learn to prepare and cook fresh pastas with chef Carlos Buscaglia of FIAMMA at the FIAMMA Trottoria & Bar, MGM Grand
3:00-4:00 Culinary Revelations: Sweet Classics Gone Contemporary
Bellagio pastry chefs Sarah Kosikowski (Michael Mina) and Robin Swenson (Olives) take a new look at traditional dessert recipes in this fun and informative live cooking demonstration. Each guest will get a taste of this sweet sensation.
4:30-5:30 Wine Immersion Experience: Bellagio's Tuscan Kitchen
Immerse yourself in the world of wine with Bellagio director of wine and master sommelier Jason Smith.
7:00-10:00 GRAND TASTING: Poolside at Caesars Palace
Savor signature dishes and wines from 75 of Las Vegas' top chefs and vintners.
Saturday:
3:00-4:00 and 4:30-5:30 Rising Star Culinary Pro-Am Session 1 and 2
Watch as rising star chefs take on the pros in this spirited and high-profile cooking competition. Cat Cora, Bon Appetit's executive chef, will emcee and make sure that you don't miss one dice or chop on the cutting board.
Sunday:
11:30-1:30 Mother's Day Brunch at Craftsteak
Join award winning chef and "Top Chef" host and judge Tom Colicchio at the MGM Grand. You will receive a signed copy of his cookbook, Craft of Cooking.
OMG, I can't wait!
Comments (12)
Palma-What a great birthday gift for the two of you. Everytime I read about this event, I think how cool for the people who can attend. I'm sure you'll have so much fun!
Posted by Cindy Ruth | February 18, 2009 8:07 AM
Posted on February 18, 2009 08:07
Me too, me too!
My birthday is just a couple of weeks before that. Do I deserve to go too?
Posted by nancyhol | February 18, 2009 8:15 AM
Posted on February 18, 2009 08:15
VERY cool! Sounds like a great getaway. Request: a photo of you with Chef Tom. :)
Posted by Colleen | February 18, 2009 8:32 AM
Posted on February 18, 2009 08:32
How wonderful for you!
Posted by Gigi | February 18, 2009 8:46 AM
Posted on February 18, 2009 08:46
This sounds so cool! What a great way to celebrate. This is the first time I have been really tempted to go to Vegas...
Posted by Chiocciola | February 18, 2009 9:03 AM
Posted on February 18, 2009 09:03
OMG, I am so envious! I just old my husband about this event! I hope you post about it after!
Posted by Deb R | February 18, 2009 10:25 AM
Posted on February 18, 2009 10:25
Like I said over at ST, I cannot think of a better birthday present than being in Las Vegas with Brad and Tom Colicchio - what fun - wish I could figure out a way to go too!
Posted by Marcia | February 18, 2009 11:07 AM
Posted on February 18, 2009 11:07
Bon Appetit! What a fabulous idea for you both. Can't wait to see the pics and hear all about it.
Posted by Barb Cabot | February 18, 2009 3:16 PM
Posted on February 18, 2009 15:16
This looks like great fun - what a super way to celebrate your birthdays!
Posted by Jerry | February 18, 2009 5:01 PM
Posted on February 18, 2009 17:01
Sounds like a lot of fun,Palma. What a nice gift for you both!
Posted by candi | February 18, 2009 8:44 PM
Posted on February 18, 2009 20:44
This sounds like SO much fun! I bet Tom C is a cool guy.
Posted by Annie | February 19, 2009 6:39 AM
Posted on February 19, 2009 06:39
Sarah Kosikowski does a really great dessert demo.
The best part is you get to sample some really tasty desserts. It's a pleasure to see such a pleasant young lady enjoy her job and share her talents with others.
Posted by twilliams | March 4, 2009 5:06 PM
Posted on March 4, 2009 17:06