"The traditional Northwest Salmon Bake on Saturday night in a grove of ancient oaks is the weekend's most popular and distinctive event - and the most entertaining meal I have been to at any wine event in the world."
- Nicholas Lander, Restaurant Correspondant, Financial Times
Over 50 guest chefs team up with Northwest farmers to transform locally sourced, sustainable ingredients into edible art. These chefs travel from Seattle, Portland, Eugene and the coasts to share in the celebration of good food and wine. Throughout the weekend, they create unforgettable meals with a treasure trove of Oregon ingredients. We invite you to peruse sample menus from previous events.
LA GRANDE FÊTE: FROM THE CÔTE D’OR TO THE CÔTE D’OREGON , Friday Evening
Celebrate under the stars at tables topped with magnums of Pinot from around the world. Four pioneering mentor chefs and their prodigies pair up to craft a Burgundian-inspired menu featuring the nest in northwest ingredients. Chef teams will share their interpretations of each dish in an elegant, four-course meal created especially for you. Throughout the evening, IPNC Maîtres d’Hôtel will pour an outstanding collection of wines from the IPNC wine library.View our Featured Chefs
View Sample Menu #1 (PDF)
View Sample Menu #2 (PDF)
THE NORTHWEST SALMON BAKE, Saturday Evening
A long-standing tradition of the IPNC, the Salmon Bake dramatically showcases wild salmon roasted on alder stakes over a huge custom-built fire pit. Bask in the warm glow of a lantern lit Oak Grove where cellared Pinot noir and wines from around the world will accompany an extravagant outdoor buffet designed by local chefs. Enjoy an extraordinary assortment of hand-crafted desserts. After dinner, relax to music and dancing under the stars.
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BREAKFAST ON THE PATIO, Friday & Saturday Mornings
Begin each day with an array of locally baked breads and pastries, Oregon's legendary berries, cured meats, and additional savory items.
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ALFRESCO LUNCHES
Dine in the beautiful outdoor setting and savor stunning courses prepared for you by an array of guest chefs from the finest Northwest restaurants. Wines from around the world will be brought to your table throughout the afternoon.
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View Sample Menu 2 (PDF)
WINERY LUNCHES
All IPNC guests will enjoy an intimate winery lunch at a local Willamette Valley winery. You will have the unique opportunity to share a meal and conversation with your winery host as well as a handful of Featured Winemakers from around the world. Guest chefs prepare your meal on-site and lavish you with the finest in local ingredients.
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View a Sample Menu 1 (PDF)
View a Sample Menu 2 (PDF)
SUNDAY SPARKLING FINALE BRUNCH
Raise your glass in a festive toast as you bid farewell to the 2011 Celebration and look ahead to the next 25 years! Enjoy a sumptuous brunch paired with ne sparkling wines and Champagne from featured winemakers.View our Featured Chefs
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