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We welcome Jacques Pépin for a special Cyrus Dining Journey, where Douglas Keane leads guests on a culinary exploration set among Sonoma County vines, with behind-the-scenes access to a Michelin restaurant.
A Collaboration by Chef Philip Tessier and Penfolds at The Napa Valley Museum of Art & Culture
Celebrate Jacques Pépin’s 90th birthday with Chef Philip Tessier at "The MAC", featuring Champagne with canapés, a Julia Child exhibit, an exclusive selection of Penfolds wines paired with a multi-course dinner by Chef Tessier.
In this special hands-on class, three Civic Kitchen teachers explore Jacques Pépin’s influence on their cooking. Guests join small groups to prepare Pépin favorites—from Oeufs Jeanette to Chocolate Almond Cake—then share a joyous meal and depart knowing the key points of each recipe.
A once-in-a-lifetime celebration at The French Laundry hosted by Chef Thomas Keller.
Presented by KQED Live and The Jacques Pépin Foundation at The Uptown Theater
Celebrate Jacques Pépin at Napa’s Uptown Theatre with stories, memories, and archival footage, featuring a rare interview moderated by KQED’s Cecilia Phillips and reflections on his groundbreaking television career.
Inspired by the extraordinary life of Alice B. Toklas and her travels through Europe, Alice B. Palm Springs is a celebration of style, creativity, and connection. This 90/90 dinner hosted by James Beard and Julia Child award-winning chefs Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken will offer a multi-course format with optional wine pairings in honor of Jacques' 90th Birthday. For one night only, the chefs will prepare special Jacques-inspired dishes with a West Coast twist, highlighting bold yet balanced flavors, and locally sourced ingredients.
The Artisan’s Palate is a restaurant, craft cocktail/wine bar and art gallery in the NoDa neighborhood of Charlotte offering a globally-inspired/locally-sourced menu in a relaxed atmosphere with a focus on art and those who create it. For this special 90/90 event, Chef Christa Csoka and the husband-and-wife team Rachel Klebaur and Jose Espinosa from Orrman's Cheese Shop — all alumni and classmates from the French Culinary Institute during Jacques Pépin’s tenure as Dean — will offer a sumptuous five-course food and wine pairing. Each course will highlight the exquisite cheeses from Orrman's Cheese Shop, seamlessly blended with our French culinary heritage to showcase the profound influence of Jacques Pépin on their culinary journeys.
Join us November 8 for a joyful harvest celebration with seasonal farm-driven bites, sparkling wine from eight Willamette Valley producers, and live music. Hosted by Chef Sarah Schafer at Stillwater in McMinnville, this Jacques Pépin Foundation 90/90 Dinner Series event honors Jacques’ 90th birthday and supports accessible culinary education with a warm sense of community.
Join Chefs & Table as we celebrate Jacques Pépin’s 90th birthday! This special event features a cooking class inspired by recipes from Chef Pépin’s cookbook, The Art of Cooking. Chef Vitaly Paley — who has studied and worked with Chef Pépin — will guide you through classic French techniques and foundational recipes from the book.
Join us to celebrate Chef Jacques Pépin’s 90th birthday and legacy with Leslie Sbracco, Heidi Krahling, and Roland Passot from 6–9 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 8. Enjoy cooking, memories, and conversation hosted by Matthew Shapiro and Fresh Starts Chef Events. Toast the innovator whose foundation supports Homeward Bound’s Fresh Starts Culinary Academy.
Celebrate Jacques Pépin’s 90th year with an intimate dinner at NARO. The evening begins with a La Caravelle Champagne reception, followed by a multi-course menu from the NARO team — Korean flavors and seasonality presented through a modern lens — paired with selections from La Caravelle’s cellar.
The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience, in partnership with Rincon Hill Farm, invites you to a special 90 for 90 dinner celebrating Jacques Pépin. The evening begins with a guided farm tour, followed by a multi-course meal with wine pairings inspired by Pépin’s timeless approach to seasonal cooking. Guests will enjoy a progression of vibrant dishes—from fresh vegetables and seafood to inventive canapés and dessert—all crafted to honor his legacy and the bounty of the Central Coast.
Join chef Justin Chapple and Le Creuset's Nate Collier for a festive virtual demo honoring Jacques Pépin’s 90th birthday. In partnership with the Jacques Pépin Foundation, they’ll reimagine a classic fall recipe, share tips, ideas, and surprises. Celebrate Jacques, discover a new dish, and support the incredible work of the JPF in this feel-good event.
The Josephine is a newly-renovated iconic 90-year-old church–all in the former Our Lady of Lourdes church which had been shuttered since Hurricane Katrina. The evening starts with cocktails crafted by CURE. Chefs Dickie Brennan and Susan Spicer will serve a four-course seated meal inspired by a dinner they co-hosted in 1993 in Napa with fellow NOLA Chef Frank Brigsten. Chef Michel Nischan will join the festivities as a guest chef for this very special NOLA celebration.
Join us in celebrating Jacques Pépin’s 90th birthday! This special event features a cooking class inspired by recipes from Julia and Jacques: Cooking at Home, the beloved cookbook by Chef Pépin and Julia Child. Chef Vitaly Paley — who has studied and worked with Pépin — will guide you through the techniques and dishes featured in the book.
