An arty town ensconced by mountains and vineyards, Ashland is an enchanting cultural hub in Oregon’s Rogue Valley, with exceptional food, a budding wine region, and nearby natural wonders.
The James Beard Award-nominated, New York Times-lauded tasting menu restaurant has accrued plenty of praise, but not many people actually know the chef. Is it worth the price tag and four-and-a-half-hour trip?
House-cured meat and handmade pasta, a three-course American menu where French techniques shine and a seasonally inspired eight-course tasting menu are among the offerings from the nominees for one of the culinary world’s highest honors — the James Beard Awards.