Join Legendary Winemakers & Friends of James Beard for a Benefit Dinner in San Luis Obispo County

On March 1, 2024, At Her Table and Sensorio invites guests to a luminous evening that melds the brilliance of Bruce Munro's Field of Light with the finest in culinary artistry, all under the vast Paso Robles night sky. This remarkable event, the Friends of James Beard Dinner, celebrates the return of the James Beard Foundation to San Luis Obispo County after nearly two decades. It's an extraordinary kickoff to Women's History Month, offering a unique blend of sensory delights in Sensorio's Field of Light and new indoor event space.

This event is in collaboration with Ah Louis Store and Karson Butler Events, luxury event planners renowned for their meticulous touch and flair for elegance. They have been orchestrating some of the area's most stunning gatherings.With a focus on creating an inviting atmosphere that complements the stunning surroundings and the exceptional menu, Karson Butler Events will bring their expertise in organizing memorable events to ensure the Friends of James Beard Dinner is both beautiful and enjoyable. Front of house service will be thoughtfully overseen by Lannon Rust of Danior Catering.

The evening will showcase the talents of celebrated chefs Maegen Loring, Brittney Yracheta (Owner of Momotaro Ramen), Betsy Villagomez (Sous Chef of Les Petites Canailles), and Rusty Quirk (Owner of Linnaea's Cafe), who will prepare a menu that highlights the local produce and the vibrant culinary heritage of the Central Coast. Guests will be treated to exquisite pairings from renowned wineries such as Alban Vineyards, Epoch Winery, L’Aventure Winery, Saxum Vineyards, Tablas Creek Vineyards, McPrice Myers Wines and Deovlet Wines.

This event not only marks the much-anticipated return of the James Beard Foundation's activities to the region after almost two decades but also celebrates the contributions of female chefs and the broader mission of At Her Table, which is dedicated to elevating women's voices in the culinary industry. It also kicks off Women’s History Month and the At Her Table 10-day festival, which features over 40 offerings for the public to enjoy, ranging from free events, celebrations, and food specials to discussions and vacation packages.

For tickets and further details, please visit athertable.com. The event was made possible through the sponsorship of Travel Paso, Karson Butler Events, Ah Louis Store, & Sensorio. Proceeds go to James Beard Foundation & At Her Table.

Sensorio is a unique cultural attraction in Paso Robles, California. Set in the rolling hills, this permanent outdoor experience merges light and technology into colorful artworks visitors can stroll through in the evening. Hundreds of thousands of visitors have experienced Sensorio since it opened in 2019. The awe-inspiring huge-scale artworks are designed to be experienced on many sensory levels, rather than just viewed.

"We're so thankful for and inspired by many women throughout our community and beyond. I'm excited to be involved with a deep acknowledgement to my wife, Shauna, who is rarely in the spotlight of recognition within our family business, but who is the foundation of our family, home front, and environment. She enables that creative space needed for our business to flourish. We would also like to celebrate our assistant winemaker over the last 11 years, Grace. She has been instrumental in shaping the direction of our business and helping Deovlet Wines and the Myers-Deovlet collaboration reach beyond our dreams!" - Ryan Deovlet | Deovlet Wines

“How fortunate we are to live in a world partially shaped by Alice Waters and Helen Turley! We should do whatever we can to keep the doorway to food and wine genius open to all.” John Alban | Alban Vineyards

"We very much like working with creative non-profits like At Her Table, especially when we are lucky enough to share the spotlight with some of the top Paso Robles wineries. It is the best way to promote an important cause for our community, and our beautiful AVA." Stephan Asseo | L'Aventure Winery