The Annual Wild Mushroom Feast: When Is It Best to Visit?
Mendocino is home to incredible state parks and views, but during the first two weekends in November, it’s also the home of the Annual Wild Mushroom Feast. For fans of fresh mushrooms, epicurean cooking, and gourmet food, the Annual Wild Mushroom Feast is an event you don’t want to miss.
The Annual Wild Mushroom Feast begins November 1 and ends November 10, but you don’t want to miss the Annual Wild Mushroom and Winemaker Dinner at MacCallum House on November 8.
What can I expect at the Annual Wild Mushroom and Winemaker Dinner?
The 19th annual MacCallum House Restaurant Wild Mushroom and Winemaker Dinner is one of the Mushroom Feast Mendocino’s inaugural events. It takes place on Friday, November 8, and is an annual tradition.
Chef Alan Kantor brings out the best of the local Mendocino mushrooms in a five-course seasonal menu complete with expertly paired Graziano wine. To get an idea of the five-course seasonal menu that will be offered, here is the menu from the 2018 Annual Wild Mushroom and Winemaker Dinner.
That said, if you’re looking for luxurious hotels to stay in during your time exploring the Annual Wild Mushroom Feast in Mendocino, MacCallum House is a great choice, especially during this time of year.
What’s there to explore during the Annual Wild Mushroom Feast?
The Annual Wild Mushroom Feast may be a feast, but it’s also a great time to explore the nature of Mendocino. While you’re visiting, you can take a tour with a mushroom expert and find some delectable Mendocino mushrooms for yourself and your family.
You can reserve a seat at one of the Mendocino winemaker and mushroom pairing dinners to learn just how to match your gourmet mushrooms with your favorite beverage. You can visit the annual Homebrew Festival, taste mushroom dishes at the Mushroom Cook-off in Willits, or take a foraging expedition. There’s something to do for the entire family.
Ready to book your Mendocino accommodations?
Approximately 71% of travelers with kids said that access to cooking their own meals was one of the main reasons why chose a vacation rental. But when you’re visiting during the Annual Wild Mushroom Feast, you’ll want a professional cooking your meals.
If you’re looking for Mendocino hotels and inns for the Annual Wild Mushroom Feast, MacCallum House is the hotel for you. For more information about the Annual Wild Mushroom and Winemaker Dinner on November 8, or to learn more about our luxurious accommodations, contact MacCallum House today.
