Savor World Cuisine on the Culinary Stage

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Wake up your senses at the Culinary Stage! Showcasing local, regional and world cuisines. Schedule Subject to Change. Please check back often for updates. Click Here for Recipes Featured Below.

Saturday, January 12

Hosted by Chef Darrell “DAS” Smith

Chef and author Darrell “DAS” Smith will host this two day international culinary stage that every foodie and wine enthusiast has to stop by. A contestant on the Next Food Network Star, chef Das will provide a combination of entertainment and information that will have attendees looking for the ultimate international food experience.

Indonesia

Experience the flavors of one of Asia’s favorite culinary destinations, Indonesia. Learn about the destination, culture and people all through popular Indonesian recipes. Samples served following the demonstration.

Presented By:

Chef Dweh Toeque

Recipe – Lobster Risotto

Chef Dweh Toeque of All Day Foods delivers the ultimate culinary delivery platform of flavors that have clients wanting more. Join him as he demonstrates one of his favorite recipes, and clients too, Lobster Risotto. Samples served following the demonstration.

Chef Andy Matsuda

Sushi Chef Institute’s owner and Chief Instructor, Chef Andy Matsuda will be taking you on a tasting tour of Japan. Chef Andy will be demonstrating how to make traditional dishes from 3 major cities in Japan; Kanazawa, Kyoto and Osaka Sushi and appetizers. Samples served following the demonstration.

Presented By:

David Sloan

Presentation – The Art and History of Key Lime Pie

Join The Key Lime Pie Cookbook author, David L. Sloan for a fascinating taste of the
art and history of Key Lime Pie. From the roles Christopher Columbus and the man who
coined the phrase "Remember the Alamo!" played in Key Lime Pie history to the pie
ingredient created to suppress sexual urges, Sloan will take you on an entertaining
journey through Key Lime history while sharing tips and tricks for the perfect pie and
recreating the very first Key Lime Pie recipe known. Stop by and taste the history. Samples served following the demonstration.

Presented By:

Hosted by Chef Darrell “DAS” Smith

Chef and author Darrell “DAS” Smith will host this two day international culinary stage that every foodie and wine enthusiast has to stop by. A contestant on the Next Food Network Star, chef Das will provide a combination of entertainment and information that will have attendees looking for the ultimate international food experience.

Jason Collis, Limoneira Ranch

With recipes that model farm to table freshness, Chef Jason Collis will feature his favorite seasonal ingredients to create a few recipes too delicious to miss. Samples served following the demonstration.

Culinary + Travel Panel Andrea Rademan, Travel Writer 
Nailah D. Hayward, Travel Blogger 
Linda Kissam, Culinary and Wine Expert

Learn how to taste yourself around the world from a few experts. With culinary at the forefront of any travel experience for most travelers, our experts will share how to have the best culinary experience no matter where you go in the states or around the world.

Hosted By:

Tracey Augustine, Cashmere Bites

Recipe – Bourbon & Molasses Shrimp with Moroccan Spiced Goat Cheese Grits

Step out of California for a brief time with Chef Tracey Augustine from Cashmere Bites culinary studio and into Africa, Morocco to be more specific, as she demonstrates an old favorite with an international twist. Samples served following the demonstration.

Indonesia

Experience the flavors of one of Asia’s favorite culinary destinations, Indonesia. Learn about the destination, culture and people all through popular Indonesian recipes. Samples served following the demonstration.

Presented By:

Susan Irby, The Bikini Chef

Recipes – Wild Arugula Quinoa Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette and Pesto Chicken Sandwich with Roasted Red Bell Peppers

Eat well and still look great after attending this demonstration with chef, author and radio host Susan Irby. From meals that are quick and easy to those perfectly created in a pressure cooker, one thing for sure, Chef Irby will have you cooking at home in no time.