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Chefs & Friends returns to Omni La Costa in 2026 with fresh inspiration. The evolved series brings together Chef de Cuisine Cameron Dixon and Executive Chef Emily Brubaker—fresh off her championship win on NBC’s Yes, Chef!—for an exclusive culinary collaboration.Each dinner in the series showcases a shared vision: refined, seasonal cuisine inspired by the chefs’ distinct styles and the stories behind the ingredients. With surprise guests, artful plating, and an ever-evolving menu, Chefs & Friends is a celebration of culinary creativity, camaraderie, and unforgettable flavor.
January 18 - Bubbles & Beginnings
February 15 - From La Costa, With Love featuring Aaron Love
March 29 - Yes, Chef! featuring Zain Ismail
April 19 - The Art of BBQ featuring Matt Schlemon
May 17 - TBD
YES, CHEF! WITH ZAIN ISMAIL MENU
March 29, 5-7pm
Amuse
Pani Puri
spice cured hamachi, plantain puree, lychee & passion fruit pani, mango
2nd
Bouillon Cresson
chicken broth, cabbage, mushroom, watercress
3rd
Seared Diver Scallop
pickled chile , tamarind lentil jus, cilantro
4th
Shrimp & Chicken Skin Dumplings
savory tomato rougaille, crispy chickpea, mint & citrus relish
5th
Dholl Puri
confit duck, curry potato, pickle butter beans, herb chutney, cilantro blossom
6th
Black Tea Coconut Trifle
coconut cake, black tea pudding, pistachio dust, muscovado sugar tuile
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Omni La Costa Resort & Spa, 2100 Costa del Mar Rd,Carlsbad,CA,United States, Encinitas
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