Chef Central
The Main Event will highlight the talents of winemakers, celebrity chefs, brew masters, fishermen and artisanal food producers who call Central Coast home.
10:00 am – 5:00 pm Saturday, September 29 and Sunday, September 30, 2012
Delve into the culinary world with celebrity chefs as they guide guests through SAVOR-exclusive chef demonstrations. Food Network Star, Aarti Sequeira is back for the second year in a row to share her kitchen secrets. The ever-popular, and funny, Ted Allen, will be on hand to indulge guests with his culinary flare. Many more acclaimed chefs will take to the stage to showcase their talents throughout the weekend.
Seminars at the Asistencia
Reserved seating. Advance purchase is required.
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Saturday, September 29, 2012
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- Mandalay Bay
- 10:30am – 11:30am
- $20
Brought to you by Mandalay Bay. Susan Feniger’s passion for food has propelled her into a three–decade career as a successful chef, restaurateur, cookbook author, and media darling. In all her endeavors, Susan’s genuine love for the authentic flavors of street and home cooked food has been her driving force and she is looking forward to sharing her passion at Savor the Central Coast!
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- Celebrity Chef Aarti Sequeira
- 12:30pm – 1:30pm
- $20
Celebrity Chef Aarti Sequeira, Host of Food Network’s Aarti Party, returns to Sunset Savor the Central Coast to share her kitchen secrets. Aarti shares easy and delicious ways to enhance American favorites with simple but unique Indian influences.
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- Best of Santa Maria-Style Barbecue
- 2:30pm – 3:30pm
- $20
Join Sunset Food Editor Margo True for an exploration of Santa Maria-style barbecue! Get insider information about the best barbecue techniques on the Central Coast. Meet the region’s top Q’ers, featured in the upcoming September issue of Sunset Magazine, who will be on hand to answer questions and demystify this delicious regional approach to grilling—from the right tools, the best wood, the perfect seasonings, and traditional side dishes.
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
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- Mandalay Bay
- 10:30am – 11:30am
- $20
Brought to you by Mandalay Bay. Susan Feniger’s passion for food has propelled her into a three–decade career as a successful chef, restaurateur, cookbook author, and media darling. In all her endeavors, Susan’s genuine love for the authentic flavors of street and home cooked food has been her driving force and she is looking forward to sharing her passion at Savor the Central Coast!
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- The Battle of the Bay, hosted by Ted Allen. Judged by the new Sunset Editor-in-Chief Kitty Morgan
- 12:30pm – 1:30pm
- $20
The Battle of the Bay, Round 3. Morro Bay brings back local chefs to test their culinary skills at Savor the Central Coast. Hosted by Ted Allen, Emmy award winner, author, and host of Food Network’s Chopped, local chefs stack their culinary talent during Battle of the Bay Round 3.
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- Lamb Jam
- 2:30pm – 3:30pm
- $20
The American Lamb Board’s Lamb Jam Finale features chefs from San Francisco, Boston, Washington DC, and Seattle who converge at SAVOR. Judged by Ted Allen, these four chefs will compete using cuts of lamb. The jam kicks off with a demonstration, then the competition begins.
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