Taste America Phoenix
On Sept. 25, the exclusive dining event benefiting the James Beard Foundation, A Night of Culinary Stars, was held at Royal Palms Resort and Spa. The evening began with a reception filled with cocktails and hors d’oeuvres from local chefs and restaurateurs, including Kevin Binkley, Binkley’s Restaurant Group; Matt Carter, Zinc Bistro; Rochelle Daniel, The Restaurant at L’Auberge de Sedona; Mel Mecinas, Talavera at Four Seasons Resort; and Mark Tarbell, Tarbell’s Restaurant Group.
Afterward, guests savored an extraordinary four-course dinner prepared by three James Beard Award winners, Taste America All-Star Michel Nischan; Local Star Chris Bianco, Pizzeria Bianco; Local Star RoxSand Scocos McCreary; and Host Chef Todd Allison, T. Cooks at Royal Palms Resort and Spa. The chefs created a unique and unforgettable one-night-only menu.
PHOTOS BY BEN ARNOLD AND DEBBY WOLVOS