Totally Crabby with Chef Cynthia Nims

As delicious as perfectly simple steamed Dungeness crab can be, sometimes it’s nice to mix things up a bit. This class offers an array of options, including roasting crab in the shell, making crab stock, and a few other ways to use crabmeat.

Summertime Fruit, French Style with Chef Cynthia Nims

Fruit at its summertime best brings vivid, sweet, sometimes tangy flavor to a broad range of recipes this time of year. Taking a nod from some French techniques and traditions, this class showcases the season’s fruit from appetizer to dessert.

Seasonal Salads and Soups with Professional Flare

Cool at SVCI’s chef-led demonstration class showcasing vibrant seasonal soups and salads with professional flair. Discover the tips, tools, and flavor-building techniques that make restaurant dishes stand out. Watch, learn, taste, and leave inspired to recreate these soups and salads at home.

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24hrs with a Local, Wellness

24 Hours With Local Amy Mattias

Practically everything that Amy Mattias does, from her job to her hobbies, revolves around locally grown food. The Executive Director for the non-profit Future Roots has been with the organization for five years and before that worked for Nourish Me, Lava Lake Lamb, Idaho’s Bounty, the Wood River Sustainability Center, and Kray’s Market. As the ED of Future Roots, Mattias manages three programs that the institute is the overarching body of: the Impact Idaho Fund, which invests in locally rooted ideas and entrepreneurs; the Local Food Alliance, which raises awareness of the local food system and puts out the Wood River Valley Locally Grown Guide, which lists all the farms, ranchers, restaurants, retail stores, and farmers’ markets that source local food; and 5B Resilient, a program about empowering everyday climate action at the individual and household level. Amy Mattias has lived in the Valley for almost ten years, the last two of which have been spent in her new home in the Bellevue Triangle, where she lives with her husband and born-and-raised local Chris Mattias, their dogs Susie B and Ripper, and eight hens and one rooster. Their property has lots of fruit trees, plants, and a big garden, which …

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The Welcome Party!

Start your summer with sumptuous cuisine prepared by world-renowned chefs and enticing live and silent auction items, and a paddle-up! The Welcome Party supports the Sun Valley Culinary Institute Scholarship Fund, which assists with student education costs. Gather with friends, enjoy exceptional cuisine, and help us inspire the next generation of culinary talent. The Sun Valley Culinary Institute is excited to share the exhilarating news that legendary Chef Jonathan Waxman will be gracing the 2025 Welcome Party with his culinary expertise! This is a remarkable opportunity not only to indulge in an evening filled with exquisite flavors and delightful dishes but also to support the vital mission of culinary education. With tickets flying off the shelves, we encourage you to secure your spot today for an unforgettable experience where you can mingle with Chef Waxman himself, celebrate the art of cooking, and contribute to the future of aspiring chefs. Get tickets here.

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Sunday Supper Series with Fiamma & Friends // Featuring Chef Karen Akunowicz

Gather around the fire, Sunday Supper awaits… There’s something timeless about Sundays spent around the table — delicious food, a glass of vino, and the company of those who inspire us. We’re thrilled to introduce our Sunday Supper Series with Fiamma & Friends, a celebration of food, fire, and community. To kick things off, we’re welcoming James Beard Award-winning Chef Karen Akunowicz—acclaimed chef, author, and Top Chef alum—for an unforgettable evening at Fiamma. Join us as Karen brings her bold, soulful Italian flavors to the fire alongside our team, for a collaborative meal rooted in warmth and creativity. 🔥 One night. One unforgettable menu. 📅 Date: Sunday, June 8th 🕰️ Time: 5pm MT 📍 Location: Fiamma 🍷 Featuring: A 6-course, pre-fixe dinner, Somm-curated wine pairings, and an unforgettable experience Seats are limited for this intimate event. Reserve yours today! -The Fiamma Team Please Note: The final price at checkout is inclusive of wine pairings, a 20% service gratuity, and applicable taxes.

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Sun Valley Culinary Institute Student Dining Series

The SVCI Class of 2025 presents a crafted three-course themed dinner, “Mediterranean with an Idaho Influence,” highlighting fresh regional ingredients through a globally inspired lens. Make your reservation to support the next generation of culinary talent.

Minidoka Summer Celebration w/Kishi Bashi

Celebrate summer with acclaimed musician Kishi Bashi at the Minidoka Summer Celebration! The June 1 event includes cider tasting by Cedar Draw Cider, owned by Emily and John Mason. Emily has created a special cider for this event from apples harvested at the Kiyokawa Family Orchard in Parkdale, Oregon. You also will enjoy a Minidoka-themed dinner by Magic Valley Food Dude. We complete the evening with a musical performance by Kishi Bashi. Proceeds from this event support Friends of Minidoka’s commissioning of a Minidoka movement for Kishi Bashi’s symphonic piece, “Improvisations on E.O. 9066.”