Join us for the 47th Annual Meal of the Year
April 11, 2026
5:00 pm
COCC Bend Campus - Mazama Gym
Black-Tie Optional
A four-course dinner prepared by the Cascade Culinary Institute staff & students.
Little Gem Salad (GF)
Crisp little gem lettuce gently tossed in luscious green goddess dressing, layered with bright pickled shallots, peppery watermelon radish and toasted pumpkin seeds. Finished with a side of golden focaccia breadcrumbs for a savory crunch.
Entrée: Red Wine-Braised Beef Rib Pavé (GF)
Tender beef rib glazed with a rich Burgundy demi-glace. Served with whipped celery root and Yukon Gold potatoes brightened with horseradish, alongside charred asparagus and sautéed radishes. Finished with herb oil and delicate microgreens.
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Vegetarian Entrée: Roasted Cauliflower with Persian Muhammara (GF)
Roasted cauliflower set over a vibrant Persian-style muhammara of sweet red pepper and toasted walnut. Accented with fragrant dukkah, roasted carrots, candied walnuts, creamy labneh, crumbled feta, jewel-like pomegranate and fresh herbs. Finished with a drizzle of spiced herb oil.
White Chocolate Bavarian Mousse* (GF)
White chocolate Bavarian mousse layered with black currant confiture and a crisp raspberry-pistachio rocher for a balance of creamy, tart and crunchy textures. Set on a soft, pistachio dacquoise sponge cake and finished with a raspberry chocolate-pistachio glaze.
*Allergen-free dessert will be sorbet