Relais & Châteaux—the global network of chefs, restaurants, and five-star hotels—is marking its 60th anniversary by creating an ambitious food and wine festival. The inaugural Gourmetfest will take place March 27 through 30 in Northern California’s picturesque Carmel-by-the-Sea and will bring together nearly 80 prominent chefs, winemakers, and purveyors from around the globe.
The impressive lineup of participants includes Barbara Lynch of Menton in Boston, Michael White of Marea in New York City, Joachim …