{"id":28551,"date":"2024-04-06T15:04:22","date_gmt":"2024-04-06T22:04:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/?p=28551"},"modified":"2024-04-06T15:04:33","modified_gmt":"2024-04-06T22:04:33","slug":"masters-of-taste-2024-executive-chef-bret-thompson-lucy-thompson-ramirez-pez-cantina","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailyovation.com\/2024\/04\/06\/masters-of-taste-2024-executive-chef-bret-thompson-lucy-thompson-ramirez-pez-cantina\/","title":{"rendered":"Masters of Taste 2024 Introduces Event Hosts Executive Chef Bret Thompson &#038; Lucy Thompson-Ramirez from Pez Cantina"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"p1\">Masters of Taste 2024 Introduces Event Hosts Executive Chef Bret Thompson &amp; Lucy Thompson-Ramirez from Pez Cantina<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Come celebrate and be part of the seventh annual\u00a0<strong>Masters of Taste,<\/strong>\u00a0L.A.\u2019s premier outdoor, luxury food and beverage festival returns and will be taking place on\u00a0<strong>Sunday,<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>April 7<sup>th<\/sup>, 2024,\u00a0<\/strong>from\u00a0<strong>3:00 pm to 7:00 pm<\/strong>\u00a0on the\u00a0<strong>field of the<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Iconic Pasadena Rose Bowl.<\/strong><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1992\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1992\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1992 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/la.flavrreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-06-at-2.14.02-PM-1024x672.png\" alt=\"\u00a0Iconic Pasadena Rose Bowl for Masters of Taste 2024\" width=\"1024\" height=\"672\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1992\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Iconic Pasadena Rose Bowl for Masters of Taste 2024 \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>100% of the proceeds<\/strong>\u00a0will directly benefit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/unionstationhs.org\/\">Union Station Homeless Services<\/a>,\u00a0a non-profit organization\u00a0providing over 50 years of homeless services and housing for thousands of neighbors.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Masters of Taste<\/strong> is introducing <strong>Chef Bret Thompson<\/strong> and <strong>Lucy Thompson-Ramirez<\/strong> as the <strong>Hosts<\/strong> of <strong>Masters of Taste<\/strong> <strong>2024<\/strong> which also marks the <strong>7<sup>th<\/sup> Anniversary<\/strong> of this celebrated event.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Masters of Taste 2024<\/strong> <strong>Culinary Master<\/strong> and <strong>Host Executive Chef Bret Thompson<\/strong> and <strong>Pez Boss Lady Lucy Thompson-Ramirez<\/strong> are a dynamic husband and wife team that have made a significant impact in the hospitality industry.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With their passion for culinary excellence and warm hospitality, they have created a signature name for themselves in the Los Angeles dining scene and beyond.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1988\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1988\" style=\"width: 854px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1988 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/la.flavrreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-06-at-2.20.31-PM.png\" alt=\"Executive Chef Bret Thompson\" width=\"854\" height=\"706\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1988\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Executive Chef Bret Thompson \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Chef Bret Thompson&#8217;s<\/strong> culinary journey began at the renowned <em>California Culinary Academy<\/em> in San Francisco. He honed his skills at esteemed establishments such as <em>Aqua<\/em> in San Francisco, <em>Roy&#8217;s<\/em> in Hawaii, and <em>Pinot Blanc<\/em> in St. Helena, California.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seeking international inspiration, Chef Bret traveled to Spain to study under Chef Martin Berasategui at <em>Restaurante Martin Berasategui<\/em>, a Michelin 2-star establishment in Lasarte, Spain.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">He further expanded his culinary repertoire in Lebanon at <em>Atlas Caf\u00e9<\/em>, then studied under Chef Bernard Loiseau at <em>La Cote d\u2019Or<\/em> his Michelin 3-star restaurant in Saulieu, France, and then <em>L&#8217;Arpege<\/em>, Chef Alain Passard&#8217;s Michelin 2-star restaurant in Paris.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Throughout his career, Bret also had an extensive tenure with The Patina Group, working at multiple restaurants, running catering operations and ultimately becoming the Corporate Executive Chef overseeing all restaurant operations for the entire group. While there Bret garnered accolades, including being named <strong>&#8220;Chef of the Year 2002&#8221; by the <em>Orange County Business Journal<\/em><\/strong> during his time as Executive Chef at <em>Catal Restaurant<\/em> in Anaheim.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eventually, Bret moved on and co-founded and became a partner at the iconic <em>MILK Ice Cream Parlor &amp; Bakeshop<\/em> in Los Angeles and he also opened his own <em>Market Restaurant and Catering<\/em>, which he successfully sold in 2014.<br \/>\nIn 2015, <strong>Chef Bret Thompson<\/strong> joined forces with his wife, <strong>Lucy Thompson-Ramirez<\/strong>, to embark on a new culinary adventure as the proud owners of <strong>Pez Cantina<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This seasonal, modern, coastal-inspired Mexican restaurant and bar, located in downtown Los Angeles, quickly became a beloved dining destination and in October 2021, they expanded with a new location <strong>LA Burrito<\/strong> in Montebello, California.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1989\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1989\" style=\"width: 798px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1989 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/la.flavrreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-06-at-2.22.13-PM.png\" alt=\"Pez Boss Lady Lucy Thompson-Ramirez\" width=\"798\" height=\"708\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1989\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Pez Boss Lady Lucy Thompson-Ramirez \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Lucy Thompson-Ramirez<\/strong> brings her unique perspective and expertise to the front of the house at <strong>Pez Cantina<\/strong>. Born in Guanajuato, Mexico, Lucy migrated to the United States with her family at a young age. She pursued her education at the University of Santa Barbara, majoring in Sociology and minoring in Spanish.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lucy&#8217;s first career path led her into the fashion industry, where she excelled in sales and later established her own showroom with her brother called <em>Siblings Showroom<\/em>. After a successful 18-year tenure in fashion, Lucy made a seamless transition into the hospitality industry alongside her husband.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1993\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1993\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1993 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/la.flavrreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-06-at-2.14.20-PM-1024x671.png\" alt=\"Hitching Post \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste\" width=\"1024\" height=\"671\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1993\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Hitching Post \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <strong>Pez Cantina<\/strong>, Lucy&#8217;s warm and welcoming demeanor shines as she personally greets regulars by name and fosters new connections. Her dedication to providing a home-like atmosphere has made <strong>Pez Cantina<\/strong> feel like an extension of their own family.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In recognition of her leadership and contribution to the industry, Lucy was appointed as President of the <a href=\"https:\/\/latinorestaurantassociation.org\/\">Latino Restaurant Association<\/a> in 2023 and serves on the <strong>Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Outside of their professional endeavors, Bret and Lucy are dedicated parents to their two boys and they prioritize family time, often found supporting their children&#8217;s activities or enjoying a cozy evening at home.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1990\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1990\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1990 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/la.flavrreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-06-at-2.13.38-PM-1024x689.png\" alt=\"Incredible food on the field of Rose Bowl Stadium \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste\" width=\"1024\" height=\"689\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1990\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Incredible food on the field of Rose Bowl Stadium \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In February 2024, <strong>Executive Chef Bret Thompson<\/strong> and <strong>Lucy Thompson-Ramirez<\/strong> opened <strong>Pez Coastal Kitchen, <\/strong>their new upscale seafood focused eatery in Pasadena. Offering a diverse menu featuring sea-to-table and farm-to-table cuisine, while showcasing the best of seasonal California flavors, <strong>Pez Coastal Kitchen<\/strong> highlights expertise in curing, smoking and dry-aging meats and seafood, as well as their partnerships with local farmers and specialty producers.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1995\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1995\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1995 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/la.flavrreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-06-at-2.14.41-PM-1024x735.png\" alt=\"Makers Mark at the Rose Bowl \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste\" width=\"1024\" height=\"735\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1995\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Makers Mark at the Rose Bowl \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a focus on creating a modern coastal dining experience, <strong>Chef Bret Thompson<\/strong> and <strong>Lucy Thompson-Ramirez<\/strong> continue to innovate and reinvent themselves and they aim to contribute to Pasadena&#8217;s thriving culinary scene and bring a fresh and exciting new concept to Pasadena.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1991\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1991\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1991 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/la.flavrreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-06-at-2.13.47-PM-1024x632.png\" alt=\"Sake High \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste\" width=\"1024\" height=\"632\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1991\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sake High \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Pez Coastal Kitchen<\/strong> promises a unique blend of California coastal cuisine, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, specially curated wines, special selection of craft beer and Chef Bret and Lucy\u2019s dedication to excellence ensures an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates vibrant flavors and genuine hospitality.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1996\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1996\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1996 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/la.flavrreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-06-at-2.14.53-PM-1024x624.png\" alt=\"Knox Dobson \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste\" width=\"1024\" height=\"624\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1996\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Knox Dobson \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Masters of Taste<\/strong> <strong>2023<\/strong> was a sold-out event that attracted over 3,000 guests and garnered media attention all throughout Southern California and beyond.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The seventh annual <strong>Masters of Taste 2024<\/strong> is also expected to bring over 3,000 food and beverage enthusiasts together for one afternoon to celebrate this exhilarating festival, which will include the finest fare from over <strong>100<\/strong> <strong>Culinary Masters<\/strong> and restaurants, delectable sweets prepared by L.A.\u2019s top <strong>Sweet Masters<\/strong>, top <strong>Beverage Masters<\/strong>\u00a0who will be featuring signature handcrafted cocktail tastings from over 25 spirit brands and top cocktail bars, select wineries, local craft breweries, cold brew coffee, live entertainment and much, much more.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1994\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1994\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1994 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/la.flavrreport.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Screenshot-2024-04-06-at-2.14.28-PM-1024x772.png\" alt=\"Kimlai Yingling \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste\" width=\"1024\" height=\"772\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1994\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Kimlai Yingling \/\/ Courtesy of Masters of Taste<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of this year\u2019s <strong>Masters of Taste 2024 <\/strong>participating <strong>Culinary Masters <\/strong>and<strong> Restaurants <\/strong>include:<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.pezcantina.com\/\">Pez Cantina<\/a> <strong>Village<\/strong> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pezpasadena.com\/\">Pez Coastal Kitchen<\/a> <strong>Seafood Village <\/strong>by <a href=\"https:\/\/smseafoodmarket.com\/santa-monica-seafood-market-and-cafe\/\">Santa Monica Seafood<\/a><strong><em> 2024 Event Hosts Chef Bret Thompson &amp; Lucy Thompson-Ramirez<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Downtown Los Angeles, Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.1212santamonica.com\/\">1212 Santa Monica<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Oliver Malmsten <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Santa Monica<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.arthla.com\/\">Arth Bar + Kitchen<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Mihir Lad<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Culver City<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.agnesla.com\/\">Agnes Restaurant and Cheesery<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Vanessa Tilaka Kalb &amp; Chef Thomas Tilaka Kalb\u00a0 <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alexanderssteakhouse.com\/pasadena\/\">Alexander\u2019s Steakhouse<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Frederico Villanueva <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/ayarathai.com\/\">Ayara Thai<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Vanda<\/em> <em>Asapahu<\/em><\/strong> <strong><em>&amp; Chef Cathy Asapahu<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Westchester<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.baarbaarla.com\/\">BAAR BAAR Los Angeles<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Sujan Sarkar<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Downtown Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestfoodtrucks.com\/truck\/beachy-s\/menu\">Beachy\u2019s Food Truck<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Pablo Camacho <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 South Gate<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/eatboxchicken\/?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D\">BOX Chicken<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Noah Clark<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/casacordoba.com\/\">Casa Cordoba<\/a><strong><em> Chef Eric Zada<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Montrose<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/celestinopasadena.com\/\">Celestino Ristorante<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Calogero Drago<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestfoodtrucks.com\/truck\/cerda-vega-tacos\/menu\">Cerda Vega Tacos<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Daniel Vega <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Santa Clarita<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.japanesecurry.com\/\">Champion\u2019s CURRY<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Yoya Takahashi <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Downtown Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chaastefamily.com\/\">Chaaste Family Market<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Gabriel Esteban <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.invitedclubs.com\/clubs\/city-club-los-angeles\">City Club Los Angeles<\/a> <strong><em>Chef<\/em><\/strong> <strong><em>Armando Quiroz <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Downtown Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethaicuisine.com\/\">Emporium Thai<\/a> <strong><em>Chef John Sungkamee <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fatboys.com\/\">Fat Boys<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Michael Gray<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Pasadena, Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gabijamesla.com\/\">Gabi James<\/a> <strong><em>Sarah Gabriele &amp; Adam Aro<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Redondo Beach<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.georgias-restaurant.com\/\">Georgia\u2019s Restaurant<\/a> <strong><em>Nika Shoemaker-Machado<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Anaheim, Long Beach<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.granvillerestaurants.com\/\">Granville Pasadena<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Marc Dix <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/gusfriedchicken.com\/\">Gus\u2019s World-Famous Fried Chicken<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Mynor Espinoza<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Burbank, Long Beach, Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/haroldandbelles.com\/\">Harold &amp; Belle\u2019s<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Ryan Legaux<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.italiapastaepizza.com\/\">Italia Pasta e Pizza<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Ivan Capasso<\/em><\/strong> &#8211; Covina<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.globaldiningca.com\/laboheme\/\">La Boh\u00e9me<\/a> <strong><em>Chef David Gualberto <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 West Hollywood<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/taogroup.com\/venues\/lavo-los-angeles\/\">LAVO Ristorante<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Luca Maita<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 West Hollywood<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/lunasiadimsum.com\/\">Lunasia<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Lee Han Fu<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Pasadena, Alhambra, Cerritos<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=mama+m+sushi+photos&amp;sca_esv=ef854ce22b27b0e5&amp;sca_upv=1&amp;sxsrf=ACQVn09X6RWySrk6zO2kXNcMCCojz1IPNg%3A1711757684938&amp;source=hp&amp;ei=dFkHZs6IJeqgkPIPrIeT4A8&amp;iflsig=ANes7DEAAAAAZgdnhCoX3iYwjJW70U-fQcPVJ6zd1HgB&amp;oq=Mama&amp;gs_lp=Egdnd3Mtd2l6IgRNYW1hKgIIADIKECMYgAQYigUYJzIEECMYJzIOEC4YgAQYxwEYrwEYjgUyDhAuGIAEGMcBGK8BGI4FMhAQLhiABBiKBRhDGMcBGK8BMhAQLhiABBiKBRhDGMcBGK8BMgsQABiABBiKBRiRAjIKEAAYgAQYigUYQzIFEAAYgAQyFxAuGIAEGMcBGK8BGJgFGJ4FGJkFGI4FSMsZUKwLWKQOcAF4AJABAJgB_AGgAeEFqgEFMC4zLjG4AQHIAQD4AQGYAgWgAo0GqAIKwgIQEC4YxwEYrwEYjgUY6gIYJ8ICBxAjGOoCGCfCAhMQLhiABBiKBRhDGMcBGK8BGI4FwgIKEC4YgAQYigUYQ8ICCxAAGIAEGLEDGIMBwgIWEC4YgAQYigUYQxjHARivARiYBRiZBcICERAuGIAEGLEDGIMBGMcBGNEDwgIREAAYgAQYigUYkQIYsQMYgwHCAggQLhixAxiABJgDDJIHBTEuMy4xoAeNUQ&amp;sclient=gws-wiz\">MAMA M SUSHI<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Jack Supachai<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marinapasadena.com\/\">Marina<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Harout Borsikian <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.cocinasycalaveras.com\/\">Mercado<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Jose Acevedo<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Hollywood, Los Angeles, Manhattan Beach, Pasadena, Santa Monica<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pandainn.com\/locations\/pasadena\/\">Panda Inn<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Yang<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.poppyandrose.com\/\">Poppy + Rose<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Michael Reed <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Downtown Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/riceballsoffire.com\/\">Rice Balls of Fire<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Jorman Herrera<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Arieta<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/rsneighborhood.com\/\">Room Service Neighborhood<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Gloria Chicas<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/smseafoodmarket.com\/santa-monica-seafood-market-and-cafe\/\">Santa Monica Seafood<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Sherrod Nichols<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Santa Monica<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.soulmateweho.com\/\">Soulmate<\/a> <strong><em>Chef David Joyce<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 West Hollywood<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.stopbyecafe.com\/\">StopBye Caf\u00e9<\/a> \u2013 Lynwood<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.taishi.co\/\">Taishi Hainan Chicken<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Theo Shio <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Redondo Beach, Long Beach<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepepperedgoat.com\/\">The Peppered Goat<\/a> <strong><em>Chef JohnPaul Arabome <\/em><\/strong>\u2013 Van Nuys, Las Vegas<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uchi.uchirestaurants.com\/location\/west-hollywood\/\">UCHI West Hollywood<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Joel Hammond<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 West Hollywood<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/yakiya-us.com\/\">YAKIYA<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Ling<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.runchickenrun.com\/los-angeles\/\">Yardbird<\/a> <strong><em>Chef Alvaro Rayon de Jaime<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Los Angeles<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.yucasla.com\/\">Yuca\u2019s Restaurant<\/a> <strong><em>Socorro \u201cMama Yuca\u2019s\u201d Herrera<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 Pasadena<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Sweet Masters:<\/strong> A select group of Los Angeles Top <strong>Sweet Masters<\/strong> will showcase an assortment of delectable desserts such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bachansshaveice.com\/\">Bachan\u2019s Shave Ice<\/a>, warm chocolate chip cookies from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bakesomenoise.com\/\">BAKE SOME NOISE<\/a>, 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showcasing their finest spirits at <strong>Masters of Taste<\/strong> will include <a href=\"http:\/\/www.deadofnightdistillery.com\/\">Dead of Night Distillery<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dulcevidaspirits.com\/\">Dulce Vida Tequila<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.empressgin.com\/\">Empress 1908 Gin<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.knoxanddobson.com\/\">Knox &amp; Dobson<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.labaygin.com\/\">La Bay Gin<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/laurelcanyonspirits.com\/\">Laurel Canyon Spirits<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lunettasm.com\/\">Lunetta<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.drinkmarios.com\/\">Mario\u2019s Hard Espresso<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mezcal33.com\/en\/\">Mezcal 33<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.neftvodkaus.com\/\">Neft Vodka<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nosotrostequila.com\/\">Nosotros Tequila &amp; Mezcal<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oldhillsidebourboncompany.com\/\">Old Hillside Bourbon Company<\/a>, <a 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Over the last six years, <strong>Masters of Taste<\/strong> has impressively raised close to <strong>$3 Million<\/strong>, helping countless families and individuals find a secure and welcoming place to call home. What is more impressive is that <strong>Union Station<\/strong> has seen a<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><strong>97% Success Rate<\/strong>\u00a0in permanently housing people since adopting the Housing First model. Their mission transcends just providing temporary shelters; they are committed to creating lasting solutions for homelessness through housing, supportive services, and connection to the community. Over the past 50 years, <strong>Union Station<\/strong> has\u00a0grown to be one of the best homeless services agencies in Los Angeles and\u00a0is the lead County agency for Service Planning Area 3 (SPA 3), coordinating homeless services in 38 communities spanning from Eagle Rock to Pomona.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Masters of Taste 2024 <\/strong>is a <strong>100% outdoor event<\/strong>. Additionally, all guests will be receiving their very own utensils and hand sanitizer to use throughout the event.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mark your calendars and save-the-date for the return of the seventh annual <strong>Masters of Taste 2024<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><em>\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><em>Ticket Information:<\/em><\/strong><em> <strong>Masters of Taste 2024 <\/strong>will take place on <strong>Sunday, April 7<sup>th<\/sup>, 2024, <\/strong>and this is a 21+ event. A <strong>VIP Power Hour<\/strong> will be held from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm and <strong>General Admission<\/strong> will be from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. <strong>Tickets<\/strong> are on sale now. For more information on <strong>Masters of Taste 2024<\/strong>, please visit <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/mastersoftastela.com\/\"><em>www.MastersofTasteLA.com<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Masters of Taste 2024 Introduces Event Hosts Executive Chef Bret Thompson &amp; Lucy Thompson-Ramirez from Pez Cantina Come celebrate and be part of the seventh annual\u00a0Masters of Taste,\u00a0L.A.\u2019s premier outdoor, luxury food and beverage festival returns and will be taking place on\u00a0Sunday,\u00a0April 7th, 2024,\u00a0from\u00a03:00 pm to 7:00 pm\u00a0on the\u00a0field of the\u00a0Iconic Pasadena Rose Bowl. 100% [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":36,"featured_media":28552,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7,8236,8242,8234,8239],"tags":[10991,10869,10990,10487],"class_list":{"0":"post-28551","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-featured-posts","8":"category-food-drink","9":"category-travel-california","10":"category-west-coast","11":"category-wine-county","12":"tag-executive-chef-bret-thompson","13":"tag-lucy-thompson-ramirez","14":"tag-masters-of-taste-2024","15":"tag-pez-cantina"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v24.7 - 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