Taste America: Portland
Presented by American Express and Resy
Thu, October 22, 2026
General 6:00 PM
Coopers Hall
404 SE 6th Ave
Portland, OR 97214
General
$165
A national dining event celebrating your local restaurant community.
The James Beard Foundation’s Taste America® presented by American Express and Resy brings together chefs, special guests, and diners from across the country to celebrate the local independent restaurants at the heart of our communities. A cohort of chefs, representing 20 markets across the country and known as the TasteTwenty, will host dinners and walk-around tastings spotlighting the breadth and unity of culinary creativity nationwide.
The dinner at Coopers Hall will be an intimate gathering with a four-course menu created by TasteTwenty chef Megan Sanchez of Farag’s and collaborating chef Mika Paredes of L’Échelle. The menu will reflect the chefs’ signature styles and highlight the uniqueness of their restaurants and the Portland culinary community. The dinner will include wine pairings with each course.
MULTI-COURSE MEAL CREATED BY
TasteTwenty Chef
Megan Sanchez
Farag's
Portland, OR
Collaborating Chef
Mika Paredes
L’Échelle
Portland, OR
Who's Cooking
TasteTwenty Chef: Megan Sanchez (Photo: Sahra Jajarmi)
Collaborating Chef: Mika Paredes
Menu
Coming soon!
Additional Information
Reservation Policy: All reservations are non-refundable and must be made in advance. Should the event be cancelled due to any unforeseen circumstances, the James Beard Foundation will offer options including ticket exchanges, use of tickets for future events, and donating tickets. For more information, contact jbftaste@bowenandco.com.
Local Event Production: Heather Wallberg, Dear Heather Wallberg
Terms
Food and beverage offerings are subject to change. Guests must be 21 years+ with a valid ID to attend the event.
Presenting Sponsor
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