Collab Dinner: A Preview of Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival
Presented by Palm Springs Life
Tue, February 10, 2026
6:30 PM
Pier 57
25 11th Ave
New York, NY 10011
Dining Table
$210
Internal Chef's Counter
$250
External Chef's Counter
$185
Celebrating Chefs and Cuisine from SoCal’s Coachella Valley
Celebrated chefs from the Palm Desert Food & Wine festival will be heading to New York City for what will surely be an epic evening. The dinner will be hosted by a team of the Coachella Valley’s most notable chefs—Juan Morales (Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa Rancho Mirage), Andrew Cooper (La Quinta Resort and Club), Pedro Baroso (Parker Palm Springs), and Jose Lopez (Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa). Together they have designed a menu that includes everything from the sunny SoCal region’s local produce to desert delicacies. Complementing the meal, wines will be curated by Chris Kajani, president and winemaker of Bouchaine.
This one-night-only dinner will feature a cocktail reception with passed hors d'oeuvre upon arrival, an expertly crafted multi-course menu with thoughtfully curated wine or beverage pairings, and a Q&A with the featured chefs.
Who's Cooking
Pedro Baroso
Andrew Cooper
Chris Kajani
Jose Lopez
Juan Morales
Menu
Stay tuned for updates!
Additional Information
Event Policy
Reservation Policy:
All reservations are non-refundable and must be made in advance. Should the event be cancelled due to any unforeseen circumstances, JBF will offer a range of options, including ticket exchanges, the option to donate tickets, or a full refund. For more information, contact platformbyjbf@jamesbeard.org.
Alcohol Disclaimer:
James Beard Foundation events permit guests age 21 years and older to attend events where alcoholic beverages are served.
Dietary/Food Restrictions Policy:
Events at Platform by JBF are special one-night-only menus and we do not offer a la carte menus. If you have serious food allergies, we will work with the visiting chef team to do our best to accommodate but cannot guarantee that alternate options will be available for every course.
Gift Card Policy:
Gift cards may not be combined with event discount codes, including Patron member discounts.
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Terms
Tickets to events held at Platform at Pier 57 by the James Beard Foundation cover the cost of food, education, and a unique dining experience. Meals are prepared by culinary masters from all regions of the United States and around the world. Unless otherwise stated, alcoholic beverages are provided on a complimentary basis and are included in the ticket price. Gratuity, taxes, and fees are included in the ticket price.
James Beard Foundation events permit guests age 21 years and older to attend events where alcoholic beverages are served.