Capturing the elongated light of an August evening in the high desert, Birdie G’s Executive Chef Matthew Schaler is set to prepare a dinner at Cuyama Buckhorn on Sunday, August 27. Schaler will craft a menu featuring his preferred summer dishes, spotlighting local and regional ingredients. The dishes will be thoughtfully paired with wines from Camins 2 Dreams, curated by Cuyama Buckhorn’s General Manager and Sommelier Scott Augat. Notably, the winemakers behind Camins 2 Dreams, Mireia Taribó and Tara Gomez, will be in attendance to offer insights into the winemaking process.
The event is scheduled for Sunday, August 27th, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The cost per person for the dinner is $75, and an additional $35 will cover the wine pairings.
The menu is an enticing assortment that includes Tomato Bread and Spreads – featuring tomato water focaccia served with tomato leaf butter, grated raw tomato, and fermented sungold and Calabrian jam. The offerings continue with a Jimmy Nardello Salad, consisting of grilled and chilled Jimmy Nardello peppers paired with Lamb ‘Nduja vinaigrette and Torpedo Onions. The main course showcases Dry Aged Californian Squab, featuring seared breast and stuffed leg served with Creamed Corn, Parmesan, and Fried Hominy. The culinary experience concludes with Ice Cold Weiser Melons – melon whipped cream accompanied by anise hyssop and elderberry.
For those interested in attending, reservations and tickets for the event can be made at the provided link. Additionally, guests looking to stay the night at Cuyama Buckhorn can book a room using the provided link, with a 15% discount available using the code “LONGLIGHT.”
The dinner will take place at Cuyama Buckhorn, located at 4923 Primero Street, New Cuyama, CA 93254. Situated approximately one hour east of Santa Maria and two hours north of Los Angeles, the venue offers convenient access.
Contact information includes a phone number, (661) 766-2825, and an email address, [email protected], for inquiries and reservations. Further details can be found on the official website, www.cuyamabuckhorn.com. The event can also be followed on social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Image references are available through the provided link.