Early Release Tickets On Sale September 5-October 11
SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. (September 5, 2024) – Hotel San Luis Obispo, a MICHELIN Guide One Key luxury boutique hotel located in the heart of San Luis Obispo’s vibrant downtown, will present its 3rd annual “Autumn Soirée: The SLO Way” wine and food festival in celebration of the region’s winemakers and harvest bounty on Saturday, November 9, 2024 from 5-8 pm at the property’s Garden Courtyard. Discounted Early Release tickets are available Thursday, September 5-Friday, October 11 for $120. Ticket price is $150 beginning Saturday, October 12.
The event features tastings from the Central Coast’s most acclaimed wineries paired with exquisite creations courtesy of Executive Chef Ryan Fancher and his team from the property’s two onsite restaurants: the MICHELIN-recognized modern steakhouse Ox + Anchor and Piadina, which offers a California take on Italian cuisine. The elegant affair also includes delicious bites from San Luis Obispo’s top eateries, unique live performances and art installations, a wine wall, and a silent auction.
“We’re thrilled to bring together the best local winemakers, chefs and purveyors for this special Central Coast celebration,” said Circe Sher, co-founder of Piazza Hospitality, which developed and manages Hotel San Luis Obispo. “Located just miles from the Central Coast’s acclaimed wine appellations, the property regularly showcases the region’s wine by curating special wine experiences for hotel guests and hosting winemaker dinners at Ox + Anchor, in addition to presenting Autumn Soirée and our spring Rosé the SLO Way festival. It’s the perfect hotel for wine lovers.”
“Autumn Soirée 2024: The SLO Way” participating wineries include Biddle Ranch, BOOKER Vineyard, CASS Winery, Center of Effort, Chamisal Vineyards, DAOU, Denner, Deovlet Wines, Des Par Ada, El Lugar, Hermon Story, McPrice Myers Wines, Paul Lato Wines, Sextant, Talley Vineyards, Tolosa, and more to be announced. Participating restaurants and purveyors include Agridulce, Bixby Dry Gin, Black Market Spirits, Center of Effort, DAOU, Earth and Oven, Linnaeas, Malibu Seaside Chef, Morro Bay Oyster Company, Nosotros Tequila & Mezcal, Ohana Bros. Island Style Snack Company, Ox + Anchor, Piadina, Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills, Sheila Kearns Chocolate & Confections, Sichuan Kitchen SLO, To Be Honest Bev Co, Tsar Nicoulai Caviar, Wild Fields Brewhouse, and more to be announced.
In addition, proceeds from the event benefit the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, SLO Food Bank, Cal Poly Uncork Potential Scholarships, and the Fund for Vineyard and Farm Workers.
For updates or to purchase tickets, please visit www.autumnsoiree.com. For more information about Hotel SLO, please visit hotel-slo.com.
About Hotel San Luis Obispo
Bringing an unprecedented level of luxury accommodations, dining, and wellness to the city, Hotel San Luis Obispo is the ideal home base for exploring the California Central Coast’s many attractions, from the notable wine regions of Edna Valley, Arroyo Grande, Paso Robles, and Santa Margarita to scenic hiking trails and beaches. The 78-room MICHELIN Guide One Key hotel provides exceptional amenities for its overnight guests and local patrons, including an expansive rooftop bar and accompanying lounge, and two onsite restaurants, Piadina and Ox + Anchor, led by Executive Chef Ryan Fancher. Piadina offers a fresh California take on Italian cuisine with a menu showcasing its wood-fired oven, and Ox + Anchor is a modern spin on the classic steakhouse, providing a relaxed fine-dining experience with a menu that draws inspiration from the hills and sea that surround San Luis Obispo. For intimate gatherings to large celebrations, Hotel San Luis Obispo offers nearly 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event spaces, ranging from a fully equipped board room and wine cellar to a grand ballroom and rooftop terrace for groups of up to 180 people for meetings and events. A 10-minute drive from the coast, Hotel San Luis Obispo’s location in the increasingly bustling downtown encourages guests to discover the city’s numerous dining, shopping, wineries, and entertainment options, as well as providing convenient access to hiking trails and scenic beaches. Environmentally conscious travelers will appreciate the property’s sustainable elements, including reusable water bottles for every guest, refill stations throughout the hotel, and charging stations for electric vehicles.
