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The Welcome Party, A Summer Soiree

Sun Valley Culinary Institute presents The Welcome Party on Saturday, June 22 at 6 p.m., for A Summer Soiree celebration at a private Sun Valley Home with good friends, exceptional wine and fabulous food prepared by celebrity Chef Art Smith and Food Network insider Bruce Seidel. Enjoy a seated dinner, live and silent auction, and paddle up, and then dance the night away with music by DJ SID3S. The Welcome Party supports the Sun Valley Culinary Institute Scholarship Fund, which assists with student education costs while supporting Wood River Valley’s restaurant community. Tickets start at $350-$500 and $5,000 for table sponsorship. To learn more, visit sunvalleyculinary.org.

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Sun Valley Culinary Institute Holiday Open House

Visit the Sun Valley Culinary Institute and indulge in complimentary treats, including bites, hot chocolate, mulled wine, and more! DJ Alex will be providing the tunes, and SVCI students will be available to share their experiences. Discover details about the SVCI Wine Club, enjoy hourly cooking demonstrations, and have a chance to win fantastic raffle items.

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Gingerbread House Decorating

Embrace the festive spirit for a delightful afternoon of Gingerbread House Decorating at the Sun Valley Culinary Institute. Crafted by the talented hands of Ketchum’s own Mary Jones, each gingerbread house is a testament to local artistry and holiday magic for ages 13 and under (12 and under must be accompanied by an adult).

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12th Annual Empty Bowls to benefit Blaine County Charitable Fund

Join us for the 12th annual Empty Bowls Event on Sunday, January 21st. Blaine County Charitable Fund, Boulder Mountain Clayworks and the Church of the Big Wood are hosting the annual Empty Bowls event January 21st from 11:30 am – 2 pm at the Church of the Big Wood. Previously hosted and benefiting the Hunger Coalition, the fundraiser was handed over to the Blaine County Charitable Fund. ​ Purchase a handmade bowl for $25 and fill with generous helpings of soup, chili, salad, bread and dessert from local chefs.

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Sun Valley Culinary Institute Bistro 211 Pop-Up Lunch

The Sun Valley Culinary (SVCI) Institute introduces its new class of culinary students for SVCI’s Bistro 211 Pop-Up Lunch. SVCI’s talented new class of students wrap up their first instruction block with a delectable three-course prix fixe lunch to go. Come by the Sun Valley Culinary Institute to order to go. Seating is limited at SVCI and available on a first-come, first-available basis. Choice of soup or salad of roasted butternut squash soup with fresh herbs, Crème Fraîche, and a petite salad of chopped kale and spring mixed greens with honey vinaigrette. For a second course, choice of salad or sandwich with a chef salad with chopped kale and spring mix salad with grilled pear, gorgonzola, candied pumpkin seeds, and honey vinaigrette. Add grilled chicken for extra delight. Sandwiches include a shiitake Báhn Mi or blackened rock bass with lime cilantro aioli and tropical pineapple mango slaw. A third option for the second course is the SVCI Ketchum N’ Burn Em’ Burger, which is a local 1/3 pound burger patty with cheddar, brisket, bacon, BBQ sauce, pickled red onion and baby arugula topped with a crispy onion ring. All sandwiches are served with freshly made kettle chips. Indulge in Aracely’s …

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Thai Favorites with Chef Pranee Halvorsen

Discover the essence of Thai cuisine and indulge in a delightful culinary experience where you will learn to master some of Thailand’s most beloved dishes, which include Tom Kha Gai (chicken in Thai ginger and coconut-lime broth with lemongrass), Som Tum (green papaya salad with lime-peanut Dressing), Phanang Gai (chicken Phanang curry), Phad Thai and Kleuy Bud Chee (banana in sweet coconut milk).

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Sun Valley Culinary Institute Fall Gathering Fundraiser

One of the Wood River Valley’s most highly anticipated fundraising events of the season, the Sun Valley Culinary Institute (SVCI) Fall Gathering celebrates the coming of Fall with a Western, cowboy-themed celebration to support the SVCI Professional Fund, which assists student education costs and career opportunities while sustaining the Wood River Valley’s restaurant and hospitality community. Enjoy a cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres, award-winning wines from exclusive vintners, and regionally sourced craft beers followed by inventive and delectable “cowboy” barbecue cuisine with Chef Rodrigo Herrera of Vintage Restaurant, Chef Taveesak “Dang” Chanthasuthisom of Dang Thai Cuisine, Chef Adam Fisher of Gretchen’s at the Sun Valley Resort, and others. The evening will include live entertainment from one of country music’s top emerging performers, Kurt Van Meter, and others. Jump on a mechanical bull ride, or try your hand at cornhole tossing and other fun activities. In addition, there will be a live and silent auction with culinary-inspired dinners, trips, and other unique items that rarely exist elsewhere, synonymous with the Sun Valley Culinary Institute. Event will be held at Elk Run Ranch in Hailey. More information at www.sunvalleyculinary.org/upcoming-classes/fall-gathering Get Tickets HERE

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Dungeness Crab Feed!

Join us for an evening of Dungeness Crab, Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread, and Dessert at SVCI. We will be rolling out the butcher paper and providing the bibs and all the tools you need to enjoy the sweetest crab in the sea. Dinner Includes Chilled Dungeness crab, Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread, and Dessert.

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Camp Rainbow Gold at the Hailey Farmer’s Market

Camp Rainbow Gold is excited to be at the Hailey Farmer’s Market on Saturday, August 12th, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.! Stop by our booth to learn about camps, programs, involvement opportunities and pick up some swag. Enjoy live music and other vendors after visiting with CRG. About Camp Rainbow Gold: Camp Rainbow Gold is an independent nonprofit organization providing emotionally empowering experiences to families who have experienced a pediatric cancer diagnosis. Camp Rainbow Gold offers oncology camps, sibling camps and family retreats, college scholarships and a teen support group. Its programs are sustained by community fundraising, private donations and volunteer efforts. Camp Rainbow Gold provides services to more than 400 Idaho family members, is supported by more than 300 volunteers from across the nation and has been accredited through the American Camp Association since 2002. Learn more at www.camprainbowgold.org.