Join us for an exclusive, meticulously curated dinner experience led by our award-winning team of Sommeliers. 

Uncork the magic! We’ll open library wines and hand-selected gems that tell a story to be perfectly paired with exquisite dishes crafted by our talented chefs. It’s not just a meal—it’s an odyssey for the palate.

Our sommeliers, renowned for their expertise, will guide you through this vinous voyage. Don’t miss out—raise your glass to an unforgettable dining experience and reserve your spot now. The Somm Dinner sells out quickly each year. 

Convenient shuttles to and from Carmel are available for purchase separately.  More details about the venue and participating chefs to come!

Be among the first to experience Umibe, a one-night-only Izakaya-inspired elevated dinner from Chef Mario and Chef Amado.

This intimate premiere blends Japanese culinary tradition with the wild beauty of Big Sur, featuring a multi-course tasting menu of pristine local seafood, premium meats, and seasonal produce.

Each course is paired with premium sake, Japanese whisky, and exceptional wines, creating an immersive, coastal-Japanese dining journey designed exclusively for this event.

With limited seating and a debut menu offered only at Big Sur Food & Wine, guests will be the very first to discover this new culinary concept before it opens to the public.

An evening where Japan meets California, the sea guides every course, and unforgettable memories unfold around the table.

Sip, savor, and dance the night away at The Grand Party, the Big Sur Food & Wine Festival weekend epic wrap party at the iconic Henry Miller Memorial Library. As the sun dips behind the redwoods, get ready for an evening of top-tier wines, delicious bites and nonstop vibes. With beats that keep you moving and ambiance infused with literary charm, this is where festival memories turn into legendary moments, all sealed with that last toast!

Shuttle to the Henry Miller Library is MANDATORY whether you take the shuttle from Carmel or the free roaming shuttle while in the Big Sur valley. There is NO PARKING at or near The Library. Pick up details from Carmel sent after purchase. Please purchase shuttle tickets separately.