Beard at the Beach Culinary Series

Join Us for a Sweet Fundraiser Benefiting the James Beard Foundation

Join us at Bad Ass Coffee for Sugar, Butter, and Giving, a delicious fundraiser celebrating the timeless joy of baking while supporting the James Beard Foundation. As part of the Beard at the Beach Culinary Series, enjoy freshly brewed coffee paired with an irresistible assortment of cakes, cookies, bars, pies, pastries, and other classic baked treats inspired by the spirit of James Beard.

Every purchase helps support the James Beard Foundation’s mission to celebrate culinary excellence, champion independent restaurants, and build a more sustainable and equitable future for the hospitality industry.

Come for the sweets, stay for the cause, and help us make every bite count.

From August 15 through September 21, we’re pouring a menu built on the cocktails that shaped American drinking culture, reworked with a Waterman Spirits point of view. Each classic is served alongside our take, so you can taste the original, then see where we push it. Expect familiar names, unexpected flavors, and modern interpretations. This is your chance to compare, contrast, and find a new favorite.

Monday-Saturday 11am-10pm, Sunday 11am-7pm.

Experience a taste of James Beard’s America during this exclusive weeklong prix fixe dinner at The Butcher’s Son Chophouse. Inspired by the diverse culinary traditions that shaped American cuisine, this specially curated three-course menu celebrates seasonal ingredients, regional flavors, and the art of genuine hospitality. Each thoughtfully crafted course honors James Beard’s enduring legacy while supporting the James Beard Foundation. Savor an unforgettable dining experience where every bite tells a story—and every meal helps nourish the future of independent restaurants and the culinary community.

Celebrate the legacy of James Beard with an evening dedicated to exceptional wines and the culinary traditions they inspire. Join Zoës Steak + Seafood for an intimate tasting featuring a curated selection of wines from Oregon’s renowned Willamette Valley, including exceptional pours from Ken Wright Cellars, one of the region’s most acclaimed wineries. Often referred to as the “Dean of American Cookery,” James Beard believed that great food and great wine belong together, creating memorable experiences that bring people around the table. This tasting honors that philosophy by exploring wines celebrated for their elegance, balance, and remarkable ability to complement outstanding cuisine.

Guests will enjoy guided tastings while learning about the unique terroir of the Willamette Valley, the craftsmanship behind Ken Wright Cellars, and why Oregon Pinot Noir has earned worldwide acclaim.

Tickets: $35 per person, plus tax and gratuity. Seating limited to 25 people.

Celebrate Beard at the Beach at Ocean Eddies from September 1-17 with a limited-time appetizer inspired by the flavors and history of Coastal Virginia. Just steps from the Cape Henry shoreline, where early English settlers first praised the region’s oysters as “delicate in taste,” Chef Baxter has created a Tidewater classic featuring six baked oysters topped with rich Mornay sauce and Edwards Virginia Country Ham, served with two warm homemade buttermilk biscuits.

Complete the experience with a traditional Old Fashioned crafted with Three Crosses Whiskey or Rye from Chef Baxter’s cousin’s distillery-a fitting tribute to James Beard’s appreciation for timeless American cocktails.

Available for a limited time only as part of the Beard at the Beach Culinary Series, with a portion of the proceeds 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. This special event will take place at Sorella’s.

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.  $210 per person, inclusive of tax & gratuity.

Join Us for a Celebration of Coastal Virginia Seafood. Discover the harmony between fresh Virginia seafood and expertly crafted Virginia beer.  The evening will feature a multi-course menu highlighting the bold tastes of Virginia Coastal Waters paired with beers from Sojourn Fermentory, a local brewery.  Whether you’re a seafood enthusiast, a craft beer lover, or simply a fan of great food and good conversation, this Sunday Supper promises an authentic taste of what Virginia has to offer. Tickets are limited and will go quickly. Pricing and ticket information will be available soon.

Benefiting the James Beard Foundation, this exclusive seven-course dining experience with sommelier-guided wine pairings celebrates a shared commitment to craftsmanship, seasonality, and the enduring connection between food and place. Inspired by Becca Restaurant & Garden’s garden-to-table philosophy, Chef Edgar Kano’s menu will highlight ingredients harvested from our chef’s garden, the bounty of local farms, and the freshest coastal catches. Each course is thoughtfully paired with wine, creating an evening that honors the people and traditions behind every exceptional meal while supporting the future of the culinary arts.

Tickets are $199pp; tax and tip not included, with seating limited to just 40 guests.

In support of the James Beard Foundation, Orion’s Roof invites guests to an exclusive 7-course Omakase experience with a sommelier-guided wine tasting. Rooted in the Japanese tradition of placing complete trust in the chef, Omakase is an intimate culinary dialogue between chef and guest, unfolding course by course through instinct, seasonality, and artistry. Featuring globally inspired flavors, exceptional ingredients, and a menu shaped in the moment, each experience is uniquely its own. High above the Atlantic, guests are invited to surrender to the unexpected and savor a rare expression of culinary craftsmanship.

Tickets are $199pp; tax and tip not included, with seating limited to just 20 guests.