Sunriver Resort’s food & wine festival returns with month-long celebration

SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Sunriver Resort, managed by CoralTree Hospitality, announced the return of its Food & Wine Festival, a month-long celebration taking place throughout May. The festival features chef-driven culinary experiences designed to connect guests with the region through food and wine.

The event will showcase regional vintners, artisans, farmers and craft beverage producers from across Central Oregon and the greater Pacific Northwest. It is open to resort guests, visitors and locals.

Attendees can expect an expansive lineup of tastings, wine-paired dinners, hands-on culinary classes and live music. New experiential offerings and a weekly farmers market beginning May 21 are also part of the celebration. Highlights include exclusive wine and whiskey dinners, a sushi-making class and an interactive s'mores bar.

Executive Chef Josh Hedrick, of Sunriver Resort, emphasized the festival's focus on regional connection and authentic experiences. "This festival is about more than just a collection of culinary experiences; it's about creating moments where guests can connect with the region through its food, wine and the people who craft them, all built around real product seasonality and intention," Hedrick said. "Each event is designed to showcase the depth and diversity of the Pacific Northwest, while giving attendees a reason to slow down, explore and enjoy everything Sunriver Resort has to offer."

Among the featured events is the Sunriver Wine & Cuisine Stroll at Lodge Kitchen on May 2, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., offering tastings from Oregon, Wash. and California wineries paired with Sunriver Resort culinary bites for $70. Bottles & Bites at The Grille on May 8, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m., provides a tasting of six Rombauer wines with chef-created bites for $90. Bites & Flights at Lake House on May 9, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., offers classic pairings or a chocolate wine pairing, priced between $26 and $35.

A Sushi Making Class will take place at The Lodge on May 16, from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., allowing participants to learn sushi preparation for $40. The Penelope Whiskey Dinner at Lodge Kitchen on May 30, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., is a multi-course menu paired with whiskey selections for $150. Erath Winery winemaker Leah Adint will lead an Erath Wine Tasting at Lodge Kitchen on May 29, from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., with tickets costing $40.

The Farmers Market at The Backyard at The Lodge will run on Thursdays, May 21 and 28, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring local vendors. Brisket Night at Lake House is available on Wednesdays, May 6-27, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., offering slow-cooked brisket and sides for $35. A Gourmet S'mores Bar will be at The Backyard Cafe on Fridays and Saturdays throughout May, from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., for $10.

For those staying at the resort, Sunriver Resort offers a "Dine & Unwind" package. This package provides a $100 dining credit per night for guest room and suite bookings. Additionally, vacation rental stays receive a complimentary fourth night and dining vouchers for a 10% discount at the resort's signature restaurants. Guests can use the code SPRING4NF when booking a vacation rental and all guests will receive a complimentary Sunriver Resort wooden cutting board as a keepsake.

Tickets for all events are available for purchase on the Sunriver Resort website. Early registration is recommended due to limited space. More information and booking options can be found at https://www.sunriverresort.com/holidays-events/food-wine-festival or by calling 855-420-8206. Further offers and reservations are available at www.sunriverresort.com/offers or by calling 855-420-8206.