Schedule of Events

From gourmet tastings to live entertainment, each day is filled with culinary delights, captivating experiences, and a vibrant atmosphere. Join us as we celebrate the art of gastronomy and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Tuesday, October 7

  • Members Arrivals | Event Registration
  • Invited Chef of the Year Welcome Reception (Minitas Beach)

Wednesday, October 8

  • Buffet Breakfast | Lagos Restaurant
  • Morning
    • Group Golf (Links Course) or
    • Racquet Sports Experience
  • Lunch | Choice of Restaurants
    Afternoon
    • Enjoy pool, beach, additional Resort Activities
  • Evening
    • Invited Chef of the Year Cookoff
    • Glow Golf Games (Teeth of the Dog Driving Range)

Thursday, October 9

  • Buffet Breakfast | Lagos Restaurant
  • Morning
    • Group Golf (Dye Fore - Chavon/Lagos) or
    • Racquet Sports Experience
  • Lunch | Choice of Restaurants
  • Afternoon
    • Enjoy pool, beach, additional Resort Activities
  • Evening
    • Invited Chef of the Year 5-Course Pairing Dinner (Minitas Beach Club)

 

Friday, October 10

  • Buffet Breakfast | Lagos Restaurant    
  • Morning
    • Invited Member Excursion #1 to Catalina Island (Beach, snorkeling, BBQ) or
    • Group Golf (Dye Fore – Marina/New) or 
    • Racquet Sports Experience
  • Lunch | Choice of Restaurants
  • Evening
    • Casa Food & Wine Festival Grand Tasting Pavilion
    • Invited Chef of the Year Awards Dinner (Flamboyan Conference Center)

Saturday, October 11

  • Buffet Breakfast | Lagos Restaurant    
  • Invited Member Excursion #2 to Catalina Island (beach, snorkeling, BBQ)
  • Day at Leisure to enjoy Resort Activities (optional Catalina Island Excursion)
    • Tee Times Blocked on Links & Dye Fore Courses
  • Lunch | Choice of Restaurants
  • Evening
    • Casa Food & Wine Festival Grand Tasting Pavilion
      Dinner
    • Choice of Restaurants
    • Casa Food & Wine Festival Celebrity Chef Showcase Under the Stars (Minitas Beach Club)

Sunday, October 12

  • Buffet Breakfast | Lagos Restaurant
  • Member Departures | All Day

 

Catalina Island Group Excursion

Join fellow Invited Members and Chef of the Year finalists for a half-day group sail to Catalina Island. Enjoy snorkeling, beach swimming, and short nature walks on this beautiful private island. All participating guests will also enjoy a boxed lunch and non-alcoholic refreshments during the 4-hour excursion.