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The Beard at the Beach Culinary Series is a collection of independently hosted dining experiences, tastings, chef collaborations, and special events taking place throughout our coastal community in celebration of the James Beard Foundation.
Each event is presented by its participating restaurant or host venue and is part of the Beard at the Beach Culinary Series, benefiting the James Beard Foundation and its mission to champion a better food system. Together, these unique culinary experiences extend the excitement beyond the signature fundraising dinner, giving more guests the opportunity to celebrate outstanding chefs, support the culinary community, and experience our community’s vibrant restaurant scene.
Check often for all of our unique culinary experiences benefiting the James Beard Foundation.
For one night, Yorkies Modern Deli transforms from a working deli into a living storybook of the local food system, five courses, five chapters, each one built around relationship: a farmer, a grower, a fisherman, an artisan, a student. Every chapter is plated and poured (wine-paired or cocktail) by a partnership between an established area chef and a CROP Foundation culinary student, narrated tableside so guests understand why the dish exists, not just what it is.
Learn the recipes of one of Chef Mary’s most beloved chefs, the legendary Julia Child, in a joyful, hands‑on tribute to the timeless French dishes that made an American culinary icon. This class channels Julia’s signature blend of warmth, precision, and fearless enthusiasm. Students will whisk, roast, and pipe their way through her most elegant classics—each one a celebration of technique, flavor, and the pure pleasure of cooking. Julia was an inspiration to young women coming up in the culinary industry by being the first American woman chef to have her own cooking show and break through the industry’s glass ceiling. So join our Chef Mary and learn how to cook some of Julia’s most famous dishes.
A first-of-its-kind collaborative dinner between The Atlantic on Pacific, Eurasia & Sorella’s. This exclusive dinner will showcase the talents & specialties of all three restaurants via one cohesive, fluid dining experience. From succulent oysters to the magic of fusion food, rich, fresh pasta, and dessert that tickles the buds, this event is not one to be missed. This dinner is composed of 5 courses with dessert. Wine pairings are included with each course and a special cocktail pairing with dessert.
Tickets: Limited tickets will be available for purchase via phone through Sorella’s only (757-937-2998). Tickets must be paid in full at the time of purchase. When all tickets are sold, we will take names on a waiting list. $175.00 each
