Art San Diego Contemporary Art Fair and the American Institute of Wine & Food, S

an Diego Announce: “The Art of Wine and Food”

“The Art of Wine and Food” (Sept. 3, 2010 in Vela Restaurant at the Hilton San Diego
Bayfront). Spotlighting women chefs of the pacific rim, featuring chefs Carriss
a Giacalone, Molly Kruger and Ana Laura Martinez.
San Diego, CA, August 18, 2010 -- ART SAN DIEGO 2010 with presenting sponsor UBS
, announces “The Art of Wine and Food,” spotlighting women chefs of the pacific rim,
featuring chefs, Carrissa Giacalone, Molly Kruger and Ana Laura Martinez. This
exclusive dining opportunity allows guests to enjoy a five-course meal featuring
the unique styles of three acclaimed chefs from different regions on the West C
oast, from Baja to Orange County. Each chef will create a course paired with win
e from their region. The dinner will take place at Vela Restaurant, the signatur
e restaurant of The Hilton San Diego Bayfront.
Chef Carissa Giacalone, Hilton Signature Chef, will host two visiting chefs: Ana
Laura Martinez Gardoqui, Founder and Director of the Culinary Art Institute in
Tijuana, and Molly Kruger, Executive Chef at Chef Molly Culinary Artistry. The d
inner is scheduled for Friday, September 3, 2010 from 7pm to 9pm. Tickets are $2
25 and can be purchased at http://artsandiego-fair.com or by emailing: info@arts
andiego-fair.com. This event is sponsored by the American Institute of Wine & Fo
od.
FEATURED CHEFS:
Chef Carrisa Giacalone, from Hilton San Diego Bayfront, is a featured contestant
on “The Next Food Network Star.” Carissa attended the prestigious Le Cordon Bleu cu
linary institute. After graduating with a degree in both French cuisine and Fren
ch Pâtisserie (pastry), she honed her culinary skills under the tutelage of some o
f Paris’s premier chefs and patissieres, including Jean-Louis Nomicos at Lasserre,
Laurent Duchene and Pierre Hermé.
Chef Ana Laura Martinez Gardoqui is Founder and Director of The Culinary Arts Sc
hool in Tijuana, Baja California. She holds degrees in gastronomy and administra
tion from Pan America University, Mexico City and is a Certified Sommelier. As a
teacher of the culinary arts she melds the traditions of European technique and
the Indian origins of Mexican cuisine. She insists on authenticity of ingredien
ts from farm to table, which with command of technique results in dishes pleasin
g to the palate and the eyes.
Chef Molly Kruger, is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America. Currently
, she is Chef and CEO of Molly Culinary Artistry and Molly Catering, Laguna Hill
s. She moved to Orange County in 1995 following a cooking stint in San Francisco’s
restaurants. Molly’s full service clients include the popular Festival of Arts/Pa
geant of the Masters Laguna Beach and Disneyland along with a steady menu of wed
dings and important social doings.
FEATURED SOMMELIER:
Megan Yelenosky, Wine Program Director & Beverage Manager at Hilton San Diego
FEATURED WINES/WINEMAKERS:
Vinos Santa Ursula with Winemaker Gricelda López
Deep Sea and Rancho Arroyo Grande by Conway Family Wines
MENU:
Art of Wine and Food Menu
Each course paired with regional wines
Amuse
Grilled Fig with Cabrales cheese, wrapped in Prosciutto and topped w/Liquid Gold
.
1st Course
Smoked Marlin in a tortilla toast with Seven dried Chile Essence
2nd Course
Thai tea-smoked Black Cod with a Green Papaya Salad and wilted Pea Greens.
3rd Course
White Sturgeon “Caviar” – Squid Ink Israeli Cous-Cous, poached Egg, crispy Brioche
4th Course
Lamb 3 ways
Lamb Rack, with Calamata Olive Foam
Praline of Braised Lamb Shank, Parsnip Silk
Chinois of Lamb, Goat Cheese Gnocchi
Dessert
Mexican Chocolate streusel, Vanilla Mousse, Amaranto and Pinole sauce with Lemon
sherbet
About ART SAN DIEGO Contemporary Art Fair:
ART SAN DIEGO: THE FORUM FOR ART A marketplace for the world s leading contempor
ary galleries. A creative space for artistic exhibitions. A forum for dialogue o
n current topics in the art world. A cultural and social highlight in San Diego.
ART SAN DIEGO 2010 will be held September 2-5, 2010, at the Hilton San Diego Bay
front Hotel. More than 40 galleries will showcase paintings, sculptures, drawing
s, prints, photographs, videos, and cutting-edge multimedia artworks. The Fair i
ncludes a VIP Opening Night, distinguished guest speakers, luxury brand displays
, city-wide cultural programs, and exclusive wine and food events.
About American Institute of Wine and Food:
The American Institute of Wine Food is a non-profit organization founded by Juli
a Child, Robert Mondavi, Richard Graff and others in 1981 to advance the underst
anding, appreciation and quality of what we eat and drink.
The San Diego Chapter is one of mof Pale di San Martino, Monzoni, Catinaccio and
Marmolada towering overhead, this resort complex is the perfect destination for
any across the United States. Along with our sister chapters and the national o
rganization, we promote an exchange of ideas that benefit both professionals and
dedicated enthusiasts through publications and programs. http://www.aiwf.org/sa
ndiego/
About UBS
UBS draws on its 150-year heritage to serve private, institutional and corporate
clients worldwide, as well as retail clients in Switzerland. We combine our wea
lth management, investment banking and asset management businesses with our Swis
s operations to deliver superior financial so
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Wealth Management Americas provides advice-based relationships through financial
advisors who deliver a fully integrated set of products and services specifical
ly designed to address the needs of ultra high net worth, high net worth and cor
e affluent individuals and families. It includes the Wealth Management US busine
ss, as well as the domestic Canadian business and the international business boo
ked in the United States.
For more information about ART SAN DIEGO Contemporary Art Fair, or to purchase t
ickets please visit
http://artsandiego-fair.com
To book a room at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront (ask for the ART SAN DIEGO Room
Package): http://www.hilton.com/en/hi/groups/personalized/SA...
For more information about ARTS MONTH San Diego/SEPTEMBER, please visit
http://artsmonthsd.com
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