"Montana Unleashed" - A Historic Culinary Experience Recreated

Bid on an extraordinary opportunity to experience Chef Andy Blanton's legendary James Beard House dinner menu, recreated exclusively in the professional kitchens of the Culinary Institute of Montana (CIM) at Flathead Valley Community College, prepared by Chef Blanton alongside talented CIM culinary students.

The Historic Menu

This is the very same menu that Chef Blanton served at the prestigious James Beard House in New York City as part of his acclaimed dinner "Montana Unleashed." This 11-course tasting menu represents one of Chef Blanton's greatest culinary achievements - a dinner he describes as both "the hardest day of my life" and "one of my greatest achievements to this day."

About Chef Andy Blanton

• Five-time James Beard Foundation Semifinalist (2010, 2011, 2013, 2014, and 2023)
• Invited Chef at James Beard House - one of the most prestigious honors in American cuisine
• Executive Chef and Owner of Café Kandahar in Whitefish, Montana
• Trained at New Orleans' Commander's Palace and Brigtsen's Restaurant under James Beard Award-winning Chef Frank Brigtsen

What Makes This Menu Special

The "Montana Unleashed" menu showcases Chef Blanton's thoughtfully crafted cuisine that earned him national recognition. Originally prepared for over 60 guests at the James Beard House, this menu represents the pinnacle of Montana cuisine - dishes that celebrate the rugged beauty and exceptional ingredients of the Big Sky State.

The Experience Includes:

The Complete James Beard House Menu

• All 11 courses from the original "Montana Unleashed" dinner
• Premium wine pairings inspired by the original Walla Walla Valley selections
• Chef Blanton's meticulous attention to every detail that made this dinner legendary

Educational Behind-the-Scenes Experience

• Watch Chef Blanton recreate his James Beard House masterpiece
• Witness the collaboration between a nationally recognized chef and aspiring culinary students
• Learn the stories behind each dish and the techniques that earned national acclaim

Intimate Setting

• Professional teaching kitchen environment at CIM
• Small group dining for an exclusive, personal experience
• Direct interaction with Chef Blanton throughout the evening

A Piece of Culinary History

This is more than just dinner - it's a chance to experience a menu that represents Montana on the national culinary stage. The James Beard House invites only the most exceptional chefs to cook in their legendary kitchen, making this recreation a truly rare opportunity.

Supporting the Next Generation

Your participation supports culinary education in Montana while experiencing world-class cuisine. Watch as CIM students learn directly from a chef who has achieved the highest honors in American cooking.

Perfect for: Serious food enthusiasts, supporters of culinary education, collectors of unique dining experiences, anyone who appreciates culinary history in the making

Note: Specific date, time, and number of guests to be arranged with the winning bidder. This exclusive experience will accommodate the kitchen's capacity for optimal execution of this complex menu.