CABO SAN LUCAS, Mexico, April 21, 2015 /PRNewswire/ -- The Resort at Pedregal, Los Cabos' premier, luxury destination resort, is proud to announce its fourth annual Food & Wine Festival, debuting this year as 'The Art of Taste.' From July 15-19, 2015, the resort will host a four-day epicurean adventure showcasing internationally renowned chefs, wine makers and top mixologists.

The Resort at Pedregal's Executive Chef Yvan Mucharraz will be joined by award winning guest chefs, including:

  • Tim Hollingsworth – Chef Owner of Barrel and Ashes, and Former Chef de Cuisine of The French Laundry
  • Rory Herrmann – Culinary Director of Sprout LA and Co-Owner of Barrel and Ashes
  • Brian Malarkey – Executive Chef and Restaurateur of Searsucker and Herringbone
  • Devin McDavid — Newly Appointed Executive Pastry Chef of The Resort at Pedregal, and formerly of Quince and Cotogna, The French Laundry and Blue Hill

In addition, a unique combination of international mixologists and spirits and wine connoisseurs will be in attendance, including:

  • Ulysses Vidal of Employee's Only New York City
  • Danielle della Pola of Un Lounge Bologna, Italy
  • Bertha Gonzalez, Master Tequilier of Casa Dragones Tequila
  • Regine Sumeire of Sumeire Wines Provençe, France
  • Jose Luis Durand of Icaro Wine, Baja California
  • Jay Schuppert of Cuivaison Estate Wines, Napa Valley
  • Duckhorn Vineyards, Napa Valley
  • House of Ruinart Champagne, France

"As we celebrate four years of this very special event, we are dedicated to bringing awareness to Cabo San Lucas and continuing to showcase only the best food and beverage talent in the industry year after year - in addition to championing authentic Mexican flavors," said General Manager Carlos Blanco. "We are delighted to host this event again in July and look forward to further establishing The Resort of Pedregal as a leading culinary destination in Mexico."

The festival will kick off with a seaside reception with Boutique Vintners showcasing their wines and perfectly paired canapés prepared by the guest chefs. Additional event highlights will include interactive chef-led cooking demonstrations, a tour at one of Baja's most notable organic farms, a tequila seminar, wine and cheese tastings, a beach barbeque, a specialty five-course dinner with each course individually crafted by a different chef, and a celebratory after-party. The highlight of the festival is the re-creation of a mercado (or open air market) showcasing unique Mexican street food and the other components of the mercado – from jewelry to pottery to authentic entertainment and performers.

"The Art of Taste will be a memorable event for anyone who appreciates good food and wine from admirable sources," says Yvan Mucharraz, executive chef at The Resort at Pedregal. "We're thrilled with the caliber of talent we have joining us – it's rewarding to work alongside some of the best chefs in the business."

Tickets to this exclusive festival are available to the public and are limited to 120 participants, creating an intimate, hands-on experience for guests to flourish and learn. The Food & Wine Festival package starts at $1,290 USD per person per night plus 19% tax and 15% service fee for an Ocean View King room. For more information or to reserve a spot, please visit www.theresortatpedregal.com or call toll free from the United States at (844) 733-7342.

About The Resort at Pedregal, Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

The majestic Resort at Pedregal lies on Cabo San Lucas' most coveted parcel of land – an extraordinary, 24-acre site at the southernmost tip of Mexico's Baja California Peninsula. The exclusive haven, accessible only by the private Dos Mares tunnel, is just minutes from bustling downtown Cabo San Lucas, yet seemingly worlds apart. The Resort at Pedregal offers unprecedented luxury, sophistication and personalized service from a team of Personal Concierges who are available around-the-clock to assist guests with their requests. The property features Dos Mares suites, two beachfront villas and the presidential villa and signature spa, Luna y Mar.

For more information visit www.theresortatpedregal.com

 

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