The Ultimate Guide to Sunriver Resort’s Food & Wine Festival 2024

Published on January 29, 2024

It’s that time of year! Sunriver Resort is hosting its second annual, month-long Food & Wine Festival, showcasing the Pacific Northwest’s rich farming and food heritage. Kicking off February 1st through the 29th, the gastronomic and vinous celebration will draw connoisseurs from near and far to experience exclusive tasting events, cooking classes, live music and so much more. 

And best of all? Caldera Springs residents are just minutes from the action. Not only that, the reimagined Lake House, arriving Summer 2024, will play host during next year’s festival. So, what’s ahead for the month of February? Here’s the ultimate guide to this year’s Food & Wine Festival lineup. 

Saturday Supper Club

Lodge Kitchen | Every Saturday in February | 5:00pm – 8:30pm

Gather with friends new and old each Saturday evening for a festive supper club at the Lodge Kitchen. With a different theme and custom menu each week, these dinners offer a special four-course meal paired with hand-selected wines – an elegant night out without the fuss. Prices vary, and reservations are required. Seating times are available from 5:00pm – 8:30pm. 

Farm to Table Dinner

Hearth Room | January 26, February 9, February 23 | 5:00pm Cocktail Hour; 6:00pm Dinner

Indulge your farm-to-table cravings at an intimate dinner sourcing ingredients from local purveyors. Led by Executive Chef Hedrick, these multi-course meals are a flavorsome taste of the region, straight from the source to your plate. Cost is $90 per person for the dinner. Cocktail hour not included; price based on consumption. 

Cooking Demos with Chef

Lodge Kitchen | February 2 & 16 for Chocolate Making; February 10 & 24 for Pasta Making | 4:00pm – 5:30pm

Immerse yourself in the culinary arts through hands-on cooking demos with Chef Hedrick himself. Choose a rich chocolate-making session or try your hand at homemade pastas — either way, you’ll leave with new skills and full bellies. The 90-minute experiences include all ingredients, kitchen essentials, tools and your choice of non-alcoholic beverage or a glass of wine. Cost is $50 for two people. Limited to 20 people per demo.

Weekend Brunch & Bar With a View

Lodge Kitchen | Every Saturday and Sunday in February | 7:00am – 1:00pm 

Bask in sweeping mountain views as you nibble and sip during a weekend brunch at the Lodge Kitchen. With a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar and dishes like eggs benedict, even the early morning risers will be tempted out from under the covers. Reservations are not required. See menu for prices.

Flights at the Lodge 

Main Lodge | Every Friday in February | 4:00pm – 6:00pm

Gather in the Main Lodge for craft beer samplings from local breweries like Cascade Lakes Brewing Company, Central Oregon’s only not-for-profit brewery, the award-winning Deschutes Brewery, and Sunriver’s very own beer purveyor, Sunriver Brewery. 

Mixology at the Lodge

Main Lodge (Living Room) | Every Thursday in February | 4:00pm – 5:00pm

Shake up your mixology skills at this lively Thursday session. Led by expert bartenders, you’ll be crafting and sampling creative cocktails in no time. Sign up here

Super Bowl Watch, Dine & Drink Event

Owl’s Nest | February 11 | 9:00am – Close

Catch every moment of the game on The Owl’s Nest’s five HD TVs while satiating your tastebuds and thirst with food and drink specials, including The Lodge Burger, Smoked Brisket Nachos, Chicken Wings, BBQ Meatballs, Devils on Horseback and more. Fun games and prizes. Free to watch. Reservations are not required.

5-Course Prix Fixe Valentine’s Day Dinner

Lodge Kitchen | February 14 | 5:00pm – 8:30pm

Celebrate your sweetheart with this special dinner showcasing Chef Josh Hedrick’s most notable dishes. Set to live music and beginning with a champagne toast, the five-course menu features fresh, flavorful, locally inspired cuisine. Cost is $110 per person, plus optional wine pairing for $45 per person. Reservations are required and accepted for dining between 5:00pm – 8:30pm. 

February Special Stay Offers

Sweetheart Package

February 14, 2024

Ready for a romance-filled escape? Lovebirds can enjoy an evening of mouth-watering indulgences prepared by Chef Josh Hedrick’s most notable dishes, followed by a night’s stay in a cozy resort room. Starting at $259/person. Reservations required. Only available on February 14, 2024. More information here.

Savor Your Stay

February 1-29, 2024

Experience the best of Food & Wine Festival events with this unrivaled package that offers $100 resort credit to spend on choice of festival events. More information here

Need help planning the ultimate Food & Wine Festival experience? Get in touch at info@calderasprings.com and let us be your guide!

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