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Great Food can also deliver Great Nutrition! Nancy Silverton, Jimmy Schmidt and Dr. Gundry teamed up with Chefs Andrea Strand, Michael Treanor and Melissa Lamb of Ojai Valley Inn to present a Decadent Food and Wine Wellness Dinner at the incredible Farmhouse. See more
Ojai Valley Inn is nestled in the bohemian enclave of Ojai, California is the historic AAA Five Diamond, Ojai Valley Inn, a luxurious retreat that has been one of California’s most revered destinations since opening in 1923. Located just 90 minutes north of Los Angeles, the resort overlooks the unspoiled natural beauty of its mountain surroundings and celebrates the relaxed glamour of California’s past to create an unparalleled resort experience that is quintessentially Ojai. The resort turned the page to a new chapter in 2019 with the unveiling of The Farmhouse, a 50,000 square-foot epicurean event center, connecting world-class food culture, sublime indoor and outdoor settings and bucket list events.
THE WELLNESS DINNER
with DR. STEVEN GUNDRY
Jimmy Schmidt, chef, Food Researcher & Inventor
Nancy Silverton, Mozza Restaurant Group
Elizabeth Wong, Executive Chef, Mozza Restaurant Group
The Farmhouse at Ojai Valley Inn – February 5, 2022
FIRST
Nancy Silverton
Celery Hearts with Lemon, Mozzarella di Buffalo, and Cantabrian Anchovies
Ampelos Blanc de Noir 2018
SECOND
Jimmy Schmidt
Gingered Sea Scallop with Spring Fennel, Asparagus Threads, Leeks, and Endive
Ampelos Phi Viognier 2021
THIRD
Nancy Silverton
Indian Spiced Chicken Salad
Ampelos Lambda Pinot Noir 2018
MAIN
Jimmy Schmidt
Black Spiced Wagyu Short Rib with Kilned Basmati, Puy Lentil,
Wild Mushroom Ragout, and Crispy Shallots
Ampelos Gamma Syrah 2018
DESSERT
Nancy Silverton
Lemon Posset with Pine Nut Amaretti
Ampelos Epsilon Late Harvest Viognier 2016

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