97th Oscars Celebration sounds incredible! Wolfgang Puck is a legendary chef, is the Chef for the Oscars® celebration, for the 30th year in a row is such a remarkable tradition. His culinary expertise is known for creating a luxurious yet approachable dining experience. It must be amazing to see how he keeps innovating the menu while keeping things classic for such a prestigious event.

97th Oscars Celebration Governors Ball Sustainability

The Academy is dedicated, “to implementing initiatives to operate as an environmentally responsible organization and ultimately reach carbon neutrality. Collective efforts are designed to account for our emissions, improve waste diversion, and pilot new organizational programs and technologies in line with best practices.”

Steps taken to complete this are:

• Eliminating single-use plastic water bottles and encouraging reuse by providing water refill
  systems
• Digital distribution of Oscar event tickets, parking passes and event details.
• Working with vendors, suppliers and partners committed to sustainability.
• Since 2013, the Governors Ball has offered more than 50% plant-based and vegetarian dishes.
• Food served is responsibly sourced, sustainably farmed, or listed on the Monterey Bay
  Aquarium Seafood Watch recommendation list.
• After the event, food is donated to Chefs to End Hunger.
• Energy-efficient LED lights and battery-operated LED candles are used throughout the event.

Insight to the Oscars Celebration

Puck’s 30 years at the Oscars’ Governor Ball has brought about the best of food celebrations. Wolfgang Puck has revolutionized the dining landscape with a singular focus: to exceed expectations whenever our guests gather for a meal. There are 70 new dishes for the 97th Oscars Celebration. Pastry chefs Kamel Guechida and Garry Larduinat will feature around 30 desserts

Champagne Lallier is the champagne for the 97th Oscars Celebration. They were founded in 1906 in Aÿ, one of the few villages classified as ‘Grand Cru,’ and embodies a legacy of craftsmanship and Fresh Perspectives that mirror the artistry celebrated at the Oscars®.

97th Oscars Celebration Menu

Tray Passed

Do you have a favorite dish or type of food that Wolfgang Puck is known for serving at the Oscars? Or any memorable moments from his previous menus?

• Smoked Salmon Oscar Matzoh
• Miniature Wagyu Cheeseburger House Remoulade, Cherry Tomato, Cornichon
• Spago Signature Spicy Tuna Tartare Sesame Miso Cone
• Potato Pavé Steak Tartare
• Cauliflower Toast (Vegetarian) Parsnip Curry, Toasted Pinenuts
• Potato “Chorizo” Empanada (Vegetarian) Avocado Salsa, Pickled Jalapeño
• Spring Pea Hummus Lavosh Tart (Vegan) Marinated Peas, Micro Mint
• Wild Mushroom & Pea Shumai (Vegetarian) Ponzu, Scallion
• Miniature Taro Taco (Vegan) Bulgogi Style Eggplant, Apple Kimchi
• Sweet Potato-Squash Latke (Vegan) Whipped Cashew Labneh, Oven Roasted Cherry Tomato
• Assorted Signature Wolfgang Puck Pizzas
• BBQ Chicken, Four Cheese Margherita (Vegetarian), Grilled Vegetable (Vegetarian)

Passed Small Plates

Hot

• Truffle Chicken Pot Pie
• Aged White Cheddar Mac & Cheese
• Miyazaki Farms Wagyu
• Wasabi Potato Purée, Truffle Ponzu
• Pea Agnolotti Pasta (Vegetarian)
• Crispy Chickpeas, Edamame, Marinated Green Chickpeas,
• Lemon-Za’atar Vinaigrette, Pea Tendrils
• Miso Cod Lettuce Cup
• Ajika Sushi Rice, Pickled Cucumbers
• Bougie Tots
• Crème Fraîche, Caviar
• Wild Mushroom Bolognese (Vegan)
• House Casarecce Pasta
• Popcorn Shrimp
• Fried Rice, Chili Garlic Crunch
• Pad Thai Shrimp
• Chili Jam, Lemongrass, Red Pearl Onion, Mint, Cilantro
• Beef Cheek Goulash
• Spätzle

Cold

• Red Beet Pillow (Vegetarian)
• Goat Cheese, Citrus, Red Vein Sorrel
• Deconstructed Falafel Salad (Vegan)
• Crispy Chickpeas, Vegan Labneh, Edamame, Marinated
• Green Chickpeas, Lemon-Za’atar Vinaigrette

Grazing Station

• Cheese & Charcuterie
• Assorted House Made Pâté
• Assorted House Made Sausages
• Chef Carved Cinco Jotas Jamón
• Assorted Charcuterie
• Assorted Imported & Domestic Cheese (Vegetarian)
• House Relish Plates (Vegan)
• Dried Fruit (Vegan)
• Assorted Nuts (Vegetarian)

Small Plate Stations

• Assorted Breads & Lavosh (Vegetarian)
• Assorted Berries (Vegan)
• Artisanal Jams
• Honeycomb
• Sushi
• Mini Onigiri Chef Action Station
• Sea Spicy Tuna, Salmon Salad, California Crab
• Accompaniments Pickled Radish, Scallions, Sesame Seeds, Furikake, Togarashi
• Sauces (Vegan) Sriracha, Chili Garlic Crunch, Yuzu Aioli
• Sushi Assorted Classic Sushi Rolls, Vegetarian Sushi, Fruit Sushi
• Sashimi Salmon, Ahi Tuna
• Izakaya
• Negi Tori Chargrilled Glazed Chicken Skewers Scallions
• Grilled Nightshade Skewers (Vegan) Mushroom, Eggplant, Onion, Sweet Soy Glaze
• Charred Shishito Peppers Yuzu Miso Aioli, Bonito
• Chilled Silken Tofu (Vegan) Ponzu, Cured Trout Roe, Shiso
• Carved Duck Bao Bun Spicy Hoisin, Scallion
• Chef Action Takoyaki Kewpie Mayo, Unagi Glaze, Bonito
• Chicken Karaage Togarashi Aioli, Lemon
• Kurobuta Pork & Shiitake Soup Dumplings Truffle Jus

A Taste of London

• Classic Toad In The Hole (Vegetarian)
• Quail Egg On Brioche
• Traditional Fish & Chips
• House Wasabi Tartar Sauce
• Classic Beef Wellington Red Wine

Wood Fired Pizza Oven

• House Duck Sausage & Calabrian Chili
• Mushroom & Truffle (Vegetarian)
• Jalapeño & Fromage Blanc (Vegetarian)
• “Buldak” Style Spicy Chicken & Corn Cheese Pizza
• Shrimp Pesto Pizza
• Grilled Vegetable Pizza (Vegan)

Late Night Classics

• Bar & Grill Slider With White Cheddar Caramelized Onion, House Spread, Lettuce, Tomato
• Plant-Based Burger With Lemon Aioli (Vegan) Onion Jam, Toasted Pretzel Roll
• French Fries (Vegetarian) Bearnaise
• Chicken Tender Blue Cheese-Ranch-Buffalo Dry Rub
• Shrimp Taco Housemade Corn Tortilla, Crying Tiger Aioli, Red Cabbage, Lime
• Loaded Cauliflower (Vegan) Carrot “Bacon”, Pickled Red Onion, Crispy Fresnos, Chipotle Aioli
• Crushed Brownie Dipped Mini Cones (Mwon) Vanilla Ice Cream, Salted Caramel, Chocolate Shell

Patisserie

• Strawberry Balsamic & Vanilla Profiterole Tart
• Piña Colada Oscar Silhouette Éclairs
• Traditional Rum & Vanilla Canelés
• Ube & Sake Infused Cherry Tea Cake Purple Chocolate Coating, Cappuccino Pillow Cake Entremets, Coffee
• Bean Sable
• Cappuccino Pillow Cake Entremets Coffee Bean Sable
• Vanilla Chai Tiramisu Verrine
• Champagne, Lychee & Raspberry Tarts (Vegan) Rose Petal Sable
• Pistachio Raspberry En Trompe L’oeil
• Tropical “Kit Kat” Bars Passion Fruit, Dark Chocolate
• Coca-Cola Paté De Fruit (Vegan) Rum Sable
• Bourbon & Caramelized Pecan Paris Brest
• Peach & Elderflower Marbled Macarons

Oscar Cookies

• Oscar Logo Chocolate On Stollen Cookie Stamped To Order

Ice Cream Sundaes

• 50 Bean Vanilla Ice Cream
• Chocolate Ice Cream
• Coffee Ice Cream
• Tropical Sorbet
• Assorted Toppings And Sauces

Assorted Cookies

• Warm Chocolate Chip
• Walnut Chocolate &
• Salted Caramel
• Chocolate Chip (Vegan)

Sweets

• Warm Profiteroles
• Vanilla Ice Cream
• Choux Puffs
• Warm Chocolate Sauce

Oscar Gold Spraying Station

• Noire Reserve Dark Chocolate
• Bahibe 46% Milk Chocolate
• Yuzu And Strawberry

Small Plate Sweets

• Pistachio Raspberry En Trompe L’oeil
• Bourbon & Caramelized Pecan Paris Brest
• Individual Cherry Parisian Flan
• Warm Dark Chocolate Truffle Cakes Whipped Crème Fraîche, Fresh Berries
• Lady In Dress Yuzu Skirt, Tropical Mousse Cake, Gold Silhouette
• Sachertorte Whipped Cream, Marzipan Ice Cream
• Apple Strudel Vanilla Ice Cream, Caramel Sauce

Cigars & Chocolate

• Don Julio Infused Chocolate Cigars Smoking Ashes

Assorted Barks

• Toffee & Almond
• Milk Chocolate
• Honeycomb & Jasmine Tea
• Dark Chocolate
• Mixed Dry Fruit
• White Chocolate
• Strawberry & Cornflakes
• Pink Chocolate
• Roasted Hazelnut
• Milk Chocolate

Assorted Bonbons

• Black Sesame Seed Praline
• Marzipan & Green Tea Matcha
• Dubai Pistachio Chocolate
• Gochujang Korean Chili

Recipes

Chicken Pot Pie

Ingredients

• 2 Pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken, Cut Into 1-Inch Chunks
• Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper To Taste
• 3 Tablespoons All-Purpose Flour
• 4 Tablespoons Vegetable Oil
• 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Divided
• 1/2 Pound Organic Red-Skinned Potatoes, Cut Into 1/2-Inch Pieces
• 1/2 Pound Organic Carrots, Peeled And Cut Into 1/2-Inch Pieces
• 1 Medium Yellow Onion, Peeled And Diced
• 2 Garlic Cloves, Minced
• Pinch Of Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 Sprig Thyme
• 1 Bay Leaf
• 1 Cup White Wine
• 2 Cups Organic Chicken Stock
• 1 Cup Plus 1 Tablespoon Heavy Cream
• 1/4 Cup Dry Sherry
• 1/2 Cup Shelled Or Frozen Peas
• Approximately 1/2 Pound Frozen Puff Pastry, Defrosted Following Package Instructions
• 1 Cage-Free Egg

Instructions

Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper, and toss in a mixing bowl with 2 tablespoons of the flour until evenly coated. in a large skillet over high heat, heat 2 tablespoons of the oil. add the chicken pieces, reduce the heat slightly, and sauté, turning them occasionally, until light golden and thoroughly cooked, about 5 to 10 minutes. using a slotted spoon, transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside. add the remaining oil and 2 tablespoons of the butter to the pan, then add the potatoes, carrots, and onions and sauté until they begin to look glossy and bright, 2 to 3 minutes. reduce the heat to medium, stir in the garlic, red pepper flakes, thyme, and bay leaf, and sauté, just until the vegetables begin to color slightly, 2 to 3 minutes more. add the wine, turn up the heat, stir and scrape with a wooden spoon to deglaze the pan deposits, and simmer until the liquid reduces by about half, 3 to 5 minutes. add the chicken stock and the 1 cup of cream. bring the liquid to a boil, reduce the heat slightly, and simmer briskly until the liquid reduces by about half again and is thick and creamy, about 15 minutes. remove the sprig of thyme and the bay leaf. Recipe By Wolfgang Puck, Adapted From“Wolfgang Puck Makes It Easy,” Rutledge Hill Press, 2004

97th Oscars Celebration Governors Ball Cocktail

The Clear Winner

Ingredients

• 1 ½ oz Tequila Don Julio Reposado
• ½ oz Fresh Lime Juice
• ¾ oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice
• 1 oz Tamarind Syrup
• 1 ½ oz Hibiscus Tea preparation

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake thoroughly and strain into a collins glass over large format ice cube. Garnish with citrus slice. Created By Charles Joly

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