World renowned wine experts and chefs will return to Big Sky for the sixth annual Vine & Dine, a three day culinary event in mid-August. PHOTO BY BOB ALLEN
BIG SKY – Vine & Dine, a highly
anticipated three-day culinary event, returns for its sixth year, August 15-18.
The weekend-long epicurean festival brings together foodies, wine and spirit
connoisseurs, master sommeliers, top culinary talent and winemakers. The
festival incorporates outdoor adventure with food and wine tastings,
educational seminars, cooking demonstrations, and curated lunches and dinners.
Vine & Dine offers the unique
opportunity for foodies and beverage connoisseurs to clink glasses with
extraordinary talent, including master sommeliers Fred Dame and Jay Fletcher,
paired with the culinary talents of Chef Scott Giambastiani of Google, Kent
Torrey of The Cheese Shop, and other movers and shakers in the industry.
“What differentiates Vine & Dine
from other culinary festivals is the combination of outdoor recreation and
masterful food and wine pairings. Vine & Dine is the ultimate mountain
après experience,” said Adam Stevens, vice president of food and beverage at
Big Sky Resort.
Weekend highlights include Cheese
& Wine…A Stinky Good Time, where cheese connoisseur Kent Torrey of The
Cheese Shop in Carmel, California, presents eight unique cheeses paired with
wine selections from sommeliers Fred Dame and Jay Fletcher.
“I’m paired with major rock stars—I
just have the cheesy jokes,” said Kent Torrey, of the Cheese & Wine soiree
on Saturday afternoon.
For those who enjoy drinking in the
views, Pinot on the Peak features a toast and picnic at the summit of Lone
Mountain, at 11,166 feet, no hike required. Vine & Dine events such as the
Cocktail Codex Master Class presented by Death & Co, a New York City
cocktail institution, will provide instruction on cocktail-crafting led by
expert mixologists.
“I’m excited to be back at Big
Sky for the sixth annual Vine & Dine, where our original quartet who
started this event master sommeliers Fred Dame & Jay Fletcher—join Kent
Torrey and I for a series of exciting food and wine events in mid-August,” said
Scott Giambastiani, food program manager at Google.
Leading many of the weekend’s events
is master sommelier Fred Dame, affectionately known by his colleagues as “the
godfather” of wine. Joined by master sommelier Jay Fletcher, Dame will lead the
Vine & Dine Master’s Dinner at Everett’s 8800 on Friday evening, featuring
unique and rare wines from the Guild of Sommelier’s cellar.
“There is no better place on the
planet to drink fine wine, dine well and celebrate life,” said Dame. “Big Sky’s
natural beauty and outdoor activities are world class.”
Kent Torrey describes Vine &
Dine events as informative and entertaining, with a laid-back Montana vibe.
“This is the most fun group of
professionals to take you on a journey of eating and drinking. We could get
really technical, tell you the history, and everything under the sun, but
ultimately we know this: festival-goers want to drink wine, eat cheese and have
fun,” Torrey said. “That’s what it’s all about.”
Master sommelier Jay Fletcher is
most excited about hosting the Master’s Dinner at Everett’s 8800 on Friday
evening. “Chef Scott Giambastiani from Google will be doing the cooking and his
food is always crazy good. Paired with the wines I have selected from the Somm
Foundation’s Old and Rare Cellar—plus the views from Everett’s—surely it will
be an event not to be missed,” said Fletcher.
Vine & Dine guest chefs and
sommeliers will be sharing the kitchen with members of the Big Sky Resort
culinary team, including Chef Ryan Solien, Chef Eric Holup, Master Chef Sunil
Malhotra and resident sommelier Don Jost.
“The hospitality and friendship that
I have received every year makes it feel like home,” said Fletcher, who will be
returning for his sixth year of Vine & Dine festivities.
Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by
Event Details
Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by GAS for ride information.
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July 22 (Monday) 6:00 pm - September 30 (Monday) 6:00 pm
Hike Big Sky is a FREE guided hike for our community and visitors alike. A different trail will be featured each Monday at 9 a.m. Visit BSCO.org for trail description
Event Details
Hike Big Sky is a FREE guided hike for our community and visitors alike. A different trail will be featured each Monday at 9 a.m. Visit BSCO.org for trail description information. Please wear layers, bring water and snacks. Bear spray recommended.
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July 29 (Monday) 9:00 am - September 30 (Monday) 12:00 pm
Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by
Event Details
Bike Big Sky is a FREE community mountain biking group with BSCO and Gallatin Alpine Sports. Meet at posted locations at 6 p.m. Monday evenings. Visit BSCO.org or swing by GAS for ride information.
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July 29 (Monday) 6:00 pm - October 7 (Monday) 6:00 pm
Join Santosha, BASE and Gourmet Gals to bring you a donation based all levels community yoga lunch break class every Wednesday throughout the summer. It will be
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Join Santosha, BASE and Gourmet Gals to bring you a donation based all levels community yoga lunch break class every Wednesday throughout the summer. It will be taught by a variety of teachers from Santosha and BASE. This summer all proceeds will go to Big Sky Band-Aid, aside from the first one on the 26th that is happening during Pride week- all funds donated for that class will go to Big Sky OUT. A delicious lunch will also be served by Gourmet Gals following our practice each Wednesday (included in donation). You are welcome to donate with cash at the event or you can Venmo @Santoshabigsky and make a note for Community Yoga. Hope to see you in the Park!
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July 31 (Wednesday) 12:00 pm - September 30 (Monday) 1:00 pm