Deets: The end-of-summer barbecue extravaganza at Hotel Bel-Air ushers out the festive summer season in style. Master Chef Wolfgang Puck and executive chef Hugo Bolanos, are joined by returning chefs Francis Mallmann, Eric Werner, Tim Hollingsworth and Burt Bakman and welcome newcomers Evan Funke, Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo, Pawan Mahendro and Matt Hurley for the ultimate barbecue party on the hotel’s front lawn. Also in attendance will be barman Tato Giovanoni, founder of Floreria Atlantico, voted one of the World’s Best Bars. This collaborative culinary event will take place on Wednesday, September 4th at 6:30pm – 9:30pm, with guests dining at communal tables amidst lush hotel grounds and colorful gardens. The dinner, priced at $295 per person, includes select wine pairings from local California wineries. 

Each chef will showcase their individual approach to barbecue preparation, allowing for a diverse sampling of tastes and cooking techniques. Cinco Jotas will also be at the event featuring 100% ibérico pig. All excess prepared food will be redistributed to those in need through the Chefs to End Hunger initiative, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Children’s Hospital Los Angeles. 

Who You May Spot: Wolfgang Puck, Cinco Jotas, Hugo Bolanos, Francis Mallmann, Eric Werner, Tim Hollingsworth, Burt Bakman, Evan Funke, Jon Shook, Vinny Dotolo, Pawan Mahendro, Matt Hurley, Tato Giovanoni

Hint For The Average Socialite: Tickets are on sale for $295 with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the Children’s Hospital Los Angeles and all excess prepared food will be redistributed to those in need through the Chefs to End Hunger Initiative.  For reservations, please visit HERE.

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