KCET, the nation’s largest independent public television station, will host an elegant evening at Bouchon Bistro in Beverly Hills, offering attendees an intimate multi-course dinner crafted by award-winning American chef Thomas Keller and his team on May 15 at 6:30pm The cost is $2,500 per person.
The event will celebrate the opening of the new KCET Studios at The Pointe inBurbankwith presenting sponsors Kristin and Jeffrey Worthe and Geoff and Alison Rusack and featuring the world-class wines of Rusack Vineyards. Additional sponsors of the celebration include John J. Agoglia, Carol and Warner Henry, Channing and Debra Johnson, Loeb & Loeb, Joanne and Roger Kozberg, Hub International, Ronald S. Lushing, Wells Fargo and Mary L. Naff
Guests will enjoy an exceptional culinary experience prepared by Chef Keller and his team. The Rusacks have specially selected a wine pairing from their Santa Barbarawinery for each course. Throughout the evening, Chef Keller, named “America’s Best Chef” by Time magazine, will join each table of guests for conversation and insights into his cuisine, and open his acclaimed kitchen for a unique behind the scenes tour of the Bouchon operation.Â
In addition, attendees will have an opportunity to bid on exceptional items and experiences during a special live auction that includes a Bouchon Dinner Party and a trip toIstanbul,Turkey.
As a thank you, each guest will receive a signed and personalized first edition of Chef Thomas Keller’s upcoming Bouchon Bakery Cook Book when it is released later this year, featuring recipes from Bouchon Bakery. In addition, a parting gift of handmade Bouchon Bakery chocolates will be presented to guests upon departure for immediate gratification along with a copy of Chef Keller’s Finesse Magazine.
