Event Details
Date and Time
Day: Saturday - August 7, 2010
6:00pm - 9:00pm
The Venue
River Oaks Hot Springs
800 Clubhouse Drive
Paso Robles, Ca. 93446
805 238-4600
The Judges
Presided over by a cadre of respected Food and Wine Judges ....learn more
Tickets
Tickets: $75.00 per person
Reserved Table for 8 - $650.00
The Band
Julie Beaver and the Bad Dogs
 |
The talented Julie Beaver has been making audiences smile since she picked up her violin/fiddle at the age of five. From Bach, to Blues, Bluegrass, Julie plays it all and she sings with both power and sensitivity. If you've never heard a violin play Rolling Stones or Aretha Franklin, you'll probably wonder why no one thought of it before. www.juliebeavermusic.com |
Hotel Packages...learn more
Shuttle Services...Details
The Event Drawing
Do's & Don'ts
Must be 21 to attend
Blankets and beach chairs are welcomed
Ice chests and dogs are not allowed
Parking is available on site at no charge
Frequently Asked Questions about the 2009 Rotary Winemakers' Cookoff
When will the Winemakers' Cookoff be held?
6:00 - 9:00 PM, Saturday, August 8, 2009
How much are tickets?
Tickets are: $75 each
Reserved Tables for 8 are $650 (limited availability)
Designated Driver tickets are $40
Where can I buy tickets?
Online: www.winemakerscookoff.com or www.brownpapertickets.com
Toll free: (877) 686-8564
Or: Paso Robles Chamber of Commerce
1225 Park St.
Paso Robles, CA 93446
(805) 238-0506
Do you accept credit cards for ticket purchases?
Yes. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discovery and American Express.
Do I receive a paper ticket when I purchase a ticket on line?
No. Tickets purchased on line can be picked up at Will Call on the day of the event.
I'd like a receipt for my ticket as a tax-deductible deduction. How can I get a receipt?
That's simple. Just request a receipt upon entry to the Cookoff on August 8. We'll happy to provide one.
Do you have senior citizen or group discounts?
No. Sorry, the Rotary Winemakers' Cookoff is a charity fundraiser. We attempt to make certain that proceeds are maximized. All net proceeds donated to the Harlow Ford Scholarship Foundation created to provide college and vocational scholarships to local high-school seniors.
Are ticket packages available?
We really want you to be able to ‘Make it a Winemakers' Weekend' and have an enjoyable and affordable stay in our beautiful Paso Robles area. For the first time, the Winemakers' Cookoff with four of Paso Robles' larger hotels to make affordable weekend Accommodation-Cookoff ticket packages available.
To obtain Cookoff accommodation package details or to make hotel reservations, interested parties can call the following numbers direct: Paso Robles Hampton Inn, (805) 226-9988: La Bellasera, (866) 782-9669-toll free: Paso Robles La Quinta Inn, (805) 239-3004; or The Paso Robles Inn, (800) 676-1713-toll free. Callers should reference "Winemakers' Cookoff packages." Individual ‘for-a-fee' round-trip shuttle service between these hotels and the Cookoff is also been arranged. Attendees can check with individual area shuttle services or with our four Accommodation Package hotels listed above for more information.
Can we buy tickets at the event?
We always recommend buying your tickets in advance, but yes, barring a sellout tickets will be available at the gate. If you feel like living dangerously, check the website on the day of the event to see if tickets will be available.
May I refund my ticket?
Sorry, no. We're a volunteer organization and just not set up to handle refunds.
What should I wear?
The dress code is casual. However, evenings can get chilly and sometimes breezy, even during the summer. So, having a jacket handy would be wise.
What is the event address and how do I get there?
The Winemakers' Cookoff will again be held at River Oaks. The address is:
River Oaks Hot Springs
800 Clubhouse Drive
Paso Robles, Ca. 93446
You can get to River Oaks Hot Springs by turning from Hwy. 46 East (1 mile east of Hwy. 101 or 1 mile west of Golden Hill Drive) to Buena Vista Drive (the La Quinta Inn and the Martin & Weyrich tasting room are on each corner); turn north on Buena Vista for ¼-mile to Dallons Drive turn left and head northwest (Dallons Drive becomes River Oaks Drive) and follow the signs for about ¾-mile to River Oaks Hot Springs. For a map, go to the site's homepage.
Where do I park? Do you have room for my RV?
Free parking is provided onsite at River Oaks Hot Springs. Also, ‘for-a-fee' shuttles will run to and from participating hotels to the Cookoff (for more information, check our website for a list of participating shuttle services). Sorry, we just don't have room at our event site for RVs.
I'm worried about drinking and driving. Any suggestions? Will there be shuttles to and from the event?
Bring a designated driver with you. Designated driver tickets are available for $40 and designated drivers can still enjoy the great food and live music.
We have also arranged to have ‘for-a-fee' shuttle companies pick up and deliver at several of the larger hotels. Check with the individual shuttle companies listed on our site for stops, cost and schedules. Round trip shuttle tickets may also be included with hotel accommodation-Cookoff ticket packages available for the first time this year.
Can I bring my children or my dog?
We're serving alcohol. So, all attendees must be at least 21 years of age. If your children are 21 or older, they're welcome to attend, too. No dogs or coolers are allowed.
Is there handicapped parking?
Handicapped parking will be available at the event and parking attendants will direct you.
Are there ATM's at the event?
No, but your ticket should take care of all of your food and wine requirements. However, there will be a raffle for a Hawaiian vacation and some other wonderful prizes. Tickets are $2 and having a little extra cash would be wise.
Can I bring my own wine?
No. Outside alcoholic beverages and coolers are not allowed at the event.
I'm with the media. Who should I contact about publicizing your event or have an interest in attending?
Please contact 2009's Cookoff Publicity and Marketing Chair, Don Davis at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 805 239-1230, at least, two weeks prior to the event.
Where can I find out more information about the wineries?
Web links to participating wineries and sponsors are provided by clicking on their logo on our website, www.winemakerscookoff.com
Who runs the cookoff?
The Paso Robles Rotary Club http://www.pasoroblesrotary.org/ or click on the Rotary link on the homepage of this site. The Paso Robles Rotary Club was chartered 85 years ago and part of Rotary International. Rotary Clubs focus on professional networking and local as well as global community service and education.
I heard this is a fundraiser, who is the beneficiary?
All net proceeds from the Winemakers' Cookoff are deposited into the Paso Robles Rotary's Harlow Ford Scholarship Foundation. Annually, college and vocational scholarships of about $30,000.00 are distributed from the Foundation to deserving local high school students-Cookoff scholarships totaling around $230,000 have been distributed to date.
How do you select the winners of the cookoff?
This event is somewhat unique in that winemakers are judged on their culinary talents and not just their wines. There are two food award categories at the Cookoff.
Judges' Choice first-, second- and third-place awards are selected by qualified independent judges chosen from the culinary and wine industries. Judges sample the food and wine pairings prepared by the winemakers and make their choices.
People's Choice first-, second- and third-place awards are chosen by event attendees who each receive three votes with their admission to cast for their favorite culinary creations. It is customary that some participating wineries will even try to "buy" attendee's votes with some type of "bribe." This feature is encouraged by Cookoff organizers and is always done in good-natured fun. It adds to the entertainment and unique character of the Cookoff.
Will there be live music at this year's Cookoff?
Yes. This year we are featuring "Julie Beaver & the Bad Dogs" on the Winemakers' Cookoff stage. Julie is a popular and talented jazz vocalist. Julie and her band are becoming much in demand on the Central Coast. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and grab a spot on the River Oaks Hot Springs' natural amphitheater.
Will there be any other activities at the Cookoff?
Yes. The Paso Robles Rotary will be conducting a raffle during the event for a Hawaiian vacation plus a number of other great prizes that will be given away at the end of the event on Saturday. Every attendee will receive one free raffle ticket with their admission. Additional raffle chances will be available for a $2 purchase during the event. Attendees do not need to be present to win. Proceeds will be used to augment the Club's annual operations and charitable activities.
Can I use video or audio recording devices?
Generally, home video recoding is not discouraged. Come on and have fun. For commercial and media applications, advance permission is required, Please submit your request, at least, two weeks in advance at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Can I bring a camera to the festival and take pictures?
Yes. Attendees with cameras are encouraged. Come on and have fun.
Are Cookoff Sponsorships available?
There are many sponsor opportunities. For more information, submit your inquiry at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .