taste of the nation

Taste of the Nation is an event that I have wanted to participate in for years. It seems like each year there is a reason why we cant make it, but this year I promised myself that we were going to find a way to make an appearance.
Taste of the Nation brings together the most creative culinary minds across the country in order to support an effort to end childhood hunger. This was the 20th year the event was held on behalf of Share our Strength, and over 70 million dollars has been raised.
The Sorens spent an afternoon enjoying the creations of hundreds of chefs and wine makers in Southern California. Tent after tent suprised and delighted me each with its own perfect amuse bouche.
David's favorite: Joe's Restaurant (on abbot kinney) passion fruit tapioca with shaved coconut granita
Hailey's favorite: Bottlerock's white truffle and cheddar grilled cheese sandwhich
Isaac's favorite: Napa Valley Grill's heirloom tomato salad
Always fun to discover new restaurants in your city, and to meet the chefs that make it all possible. For me, and absolute delight.