Friends of James Beard Chef Invitational

March 1-3, 2024
Sand Valley
Nekoosa, WI

Win an all-inclusive culinary weekend for 8 that includes exquisite food, wine and spirits tastings featuring five James Beard award winning chefs.  It’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience you will never forget.

The Prize Package Includes:

• 8 tickets to the Friends of James Beard Chef Invitational with access to all event activities
• Lodging on Friday and Saturday nights in a luxurious four-bedroom cottage that sleeps 8 people. Cottage features 4 private king bedrooms with ensuite baths plus a spacious kitchen and living room with fireplace.
• Exquisite culinary experiences ranging from chef-tasting stations with open bar, wine and whiskey tastings, and a 5-course tasting menu with wine and cocktail pairings.
• Access to Sand Valley’s winter and wellness activities and a post-dinner party with warm bourbon cocktails, dancing and bonfires.
• Culinary demonstrations led by 5 James Beard award-winning chefs, including:

Karen Bell, Milwaukee

Tory Miller, Madison

Amanda Rockman, Austin

Mindy Segal, Chicago

Sujar Sarkar, Chicago

Prize package valued at $8,500.
Purchase a raffle ticket for $100 to be entered into prize drawing. Only 50 tickets will be sold!
Tickets sold until January 22, 2024. Winning ticket will be drawn on January 23, 2024

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Event Details

Friday, March 1 - Sunday, March 3, 2024
Sand Valley
597 Leopold Way, Nekoosa, WI, 54457

The Friends of James Beard Chef Invitational at Sand Valley is a way to have a little unexpected fun while the midwestern winter melts away. We’re bringing together some of the best chefs in the midwest for a weekend-long food affair that you simply cannot experience anywhere else. While you embark on a culinary journey, participate in a little friendly competition along the way. Join us in 2024 for a special weekend of food, fun, and fundraising.

Programming is subject to change and we will continue to publish updates, so check back often.