Friends of James Beard Weekend

If heaven had a menu

October 13–15, 2023

When dinner is served, a bite may make you think you’re dining at New York’s most heralded restaurant. But a glance outside reveals that the city lights are really billions of shimmering stars in the big Montana sky. Welcome to the Friends of James Beard Weekend at Paws Up, the West’s culinary event of the season.

With help from the James Beard Foundation, we’re bringing in the crème de la crème of chefdom. And while they have won a dizzying array of James Beard Awards, the real winner will be you. After sharing stories from their kitchens and books, they will show off their culinary chops in truly spectacular fashion. It will be a weekend stuffed with cuisine normally reserved for big cities, right here in the wilds of Montana.

We’ve also baked in plenty of time to discover the natural beauty and outdoor adventures that put Paws Up on the global travel map. Float down the storied Blackfoot River, dipping a paddle into waters once tested by Meriwether Lewis. Explore the wilderness on horseback or in dozens of other eye-opening ways.

So come, pull up a seat at what will surely be the hottest table of the fall—at Paws Up.

Talk to a reservations specialist now.

(877) 588-6783

Because guest, staff and event-participant safety is always our top priority and since travel plans could change, adjustments to programming may occur. Contact Reservations at 866-991-1354 or reservations@pawsup.com for the most up-to-date details.

Event Inclusions

  • All daily meals, as well as beverages with meals (nonalcoholic drinks and an impressive selection of alcoholic beverages)
  • Group meals with guest chef personalities and wine pairings
  • Round-trip transportation service from/to Missoula International Airport and all on-property transportation

Friends of James Beard Inclusive Offer

Special Offer

October 6–8, 2023
Inclusive rates starting at
$2,816 per night before taxes and resort fee for two people staying in a Meadow Home.

Inclusive rates starting at $2,816 per night for four people (two adults and two children ages 4–11) staying in a Meadow Home.

Call 800-473-0601 or chat with us for more information or to book this package.
Valid with a 3-night minimum stay.
Offer subject to availability, blackout dates may apply. Cannot be combined with any other offers.

Featured Guests

Chef Karen Akunowicz
Featured Chef

Chef Karen Akunowicz

Fox & the Knife, SloPoke
Boston, MA

 
Chef Tanya Holland
Featured Chef

Chef Tanya Holland

Oakland, CA

 
Chef Cassie Piuma
Featured Chef

Chef Cassie Piuma

Sarma
Somerville, Massachusetts 

 
Krystle Swenson
Featured Pastry Chef

Krystle Swenson

 
John Floridis
Featured Entertainment

John Floridis

Missoula, MT

 
Andrea Harsell
Featured Entertainment

Andrea Harsell

Western Montana

 
Timber Rattlers
Featured Entertainment

Timber Rattlers

Missoula, MT

 
Kelley Sinclair
Featured Entertainment

Kelley Sinclair

Missoula, MT

 

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