The Abbey Resort is proud to announce An Italian Winter’s Night at The Abbey, an exclusive James Beard Foundation benefit dinner taking place Saturday, January 31, 2026. The evening will feature an inspired four-course menu created collaboratively by The Abbey’s Executive Chef Noah Gümüstekin and celebrity chef Fabio Viviani, best known for his breakout role on Top Chef and his acclaimed nationwide restaurant group.

This special culinary event brings together Mediterranean flavors, world-class technique, and the shared passion of two distinguished chefs—all in support of the James Beard Foundation’s mission to advance equity, sustainability, and leadership within the culinary industry.

Guests will enjoy a cocktail reception at 6pm, followed by a seated dinner at 7pm. The unforgettable experience continues Sunday, February 1, with a VIP Champagne Brunch at 10am. Reservations for the dinner and VIP brunch are available through The Abbey website linked HERE or through the James Beard Foundation website linked HERE with ticketing managed via Xola.