Tickets now on sale for Cayman Cookout 2015

| 22/10/2014 | 0 Comments

CNS Business(CNS Business): Tickets are now on sale for the Cayman Cookout, which will be hosted by Chef Eric Ripert from 15-18 January 2015. The seventh annual event, hosted by the Cayman Islands Department of Tourism, The Ritz-Carlton, Grand Cayman, and Food & Wine Magazine, will celebrate the Cayman Islands’ dynamic food scene with some of the world’s most talented chefs. This year, Cookout veterans Anthony Bourdain, José Andrés and Daniel Boulud will be joined by newcomers Michael White, Marcus Samuelsson, Norman Love, Sven Elverfeld and Sean Brock, as well as international talent Lynn Crawford (Canada),  and Adam Handling (United Kingdom). Food & Wine executive editor Ray Isle will share his finest wine pairings beachside, while renowned mixologist Charles Joly will entertain guests with his exceptional handcrafted cocktails.

Those in attendance can expect four days of  culinary demonstrations, as well as talks and teachings from global experts, including lunch prepared by Chef Adam Handling with Governor Helen Kirkpatrick. Other events include a tell-all session with Chefs Eric Ripert and Anthony Bourdain, a lively “Beach Bash” held at Rum Point and a  “Barefoot Barbecue” party, where chefs and guests mingle at Tiki Beach.

“Cookout is one of our favourite events of the year,” said Tourism Minister Moses Kirkconnell. “This incredible food festival highlights our rich tradition of food with all manner of vibrant celebrations and gives guests a truly extraordinary experience. We are thrilled that the guests, sponsors and chefs continue to bring this spectacular event to Cayman year after year.”

“There couldn’t be a better setting than the Cayman Islands for this memorable celebration of culinary arts,” added Director of Tourism, Rosa Harris. “The entire Caymanian community comes together to welcome these renowned chefs and guests to our shores and we are excited to do so once again this January.”

To purchase tickets or book a trip, visit www.caymancookout.com.

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