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Wednesday, September 12, 2007

Beaver Creek culinary festival on Jan. 31 - Feb. 2



BEAVER CREEK — Beaver Creek Resort pairs with Bon Appétit magazine and 30 of America’s top culinary chefs to present the Beaver Creek and Bon Appétit Culinary and Wine Focus, Jan. 31-Feb. 2, 2008. The tenth annual winter festival includes a Celebrity Chef Ski Race, MasterChef Challenge, Grand Tasting, cooking classes and wine and cocktail workshops.



The festival provides a unique opportunity for guests to join their favorite chefs for a weekend of ski racing and culinary indulgence. Beaver Creek chefs will be joined by top national chefs selected by Bon Appétit Magazine. Highlights for the weekend include Friday evening’s MasterChef Challenge, inviting chefs to go head-to-head “Iron Chef” style by using mystery ingredients to create specialty dishes. Saturday’s Celebrity Chef Ski Race invites amateur skiers and food lovers to pair up with their favorite chefs for a dual slalom ski race. Saturday evening's Grand Tasting will feature signature dishes prepared by more than 30 local and guest chefs.



“We’re proud to again partner with Bon Appétit magazine to bring some of the nation’s finest culinary and pastry talent to Beaver Creek for a weekend of indulgence and world-class skiing while showcasing Beaver Creek’s great chefs and amenities,” said Tony O’Rourke, executive director of the Beaver Creek Resort Company.



"Beaver Creek is the perfect destination partner for a weekend of great food, wine, and entertainment on and off the slopes," said Paul Jowdy, Vice President and Publisher, Bon Appétit magazine. "We’re thrilled to be returning for our tenth consecutive year."



Bon Appétit Magazine, a Condé Nast Publication, has served as America's foremost food and entertaining magazine for five decades. With over six million readers, it is the most widely read magazine of its kind in the world.



SKI FREE, STAY FREE

Buy four nights of lodging and four days of skiing in Beaver Creek and get a fifth night and ski day free. Price starts at $533 per person based upon quad occupancy in a two-bedroom condominium with a five-night minimum stay. Offer is valid Jan. 6–Feb. 15, 2008. Taxes, surcharge and gratuity not included. Offer based upon availability. Other restrictions may apply. Other dates, rates and properties are available. Call (800) 404-3535 or visit www.beavercreek.com for reservations and more information.



The festival is open to public. A portion of ticket sales will be donated to local charities. For ticket information, call (888) 920-2787. For more information on the event or Beaver Creek Resort, visit www.beavercreek.com[Marker] or call (888) 323-7612.


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