Venture into the enchanting wilderness of Strawberry, Arizona, where the delectability of gourmet mushrooms meets the beauty of nature at NAMAZona: Regional Foray in Arizona! Join fellow NAMA members for a weekend of culinary exploration and sensory delight, where every bite celebrates the surprisingly bountiful gifts the Arizona forest has to offer!
Immerse yourself in the refreshing Mogollon Rim mountain air as you indulge in a Friday-night five-course tasting menu, expertly crafted by five talented mycochefs, where each dish will feature flavors of local fungi and wild ingredients of the region. Under a starlit Saturday-night sky, the esteemed mushroom hunter/chef Chad Hyatt will guide you through a sumptuous wine-paired multi-course dinner highlighting the seasonal flavors of Arizona's wild landscape.
During the day, experience the essence of Arizona with Mushroom Forays and a "Flavors of Arizona" Culinary Arts Workshop, where you'll taste unique ingredients that define the region's cuisine and learn how best to incorporate them into your own cooking at home. Engage with local experts and chefs as they guide you through tastings and cooking demonstrations that will deepen your appreciation for Arizona's culinary heritage.
The experience continues with captivating Chef Panel Discussions, where you'll have the opportunity to interact with the culinary masterminds behind the delectable creations you've been savoring! Gain insights into their creative processes, culinary philosophies and origin stories, passion for fungi and using local and wild luxury foodstuffs.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to connect with the culinary mushroom community, expand your knowledge and immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors of Arizona in an unforgettable weekend of singular gastronomic delight!