Utah Valley University

Culinary Arts Gala

 

UVU Culinary Arts Institute Gala

Join us for an unforgettable evening of fine dining, community, and philanthropy. This elegant celebration brings together friends of UVU and supporters of the Culinary Arts Institute to honor excellence and uplift aspiring chefs.

 

Friday, April 17, 2026

UVU Scott M. Smith Building

Reception

5:30 p.m

Dinner & Live Auction

6:30 p.m.

 

Program


Welcome Remarks — Chef Troy Wilson

First Course — Salad | Chef Joseph McRae

Second Course — Fish | Chef Todd Leonard

Student Speaker — Reno Rencher

Culinary Highlights — Chef Todd Leonard

Third Course — Intermezzo | Chef Meghan Roddy

Fourth Course — Entrée | Chef Erin Jones

Live Auction — Auctioneer: Zane Berry

Fifth Course — Dessert | Chef Diana Fallis

Remarks — Roe'e Levy

Closing Remarks — Chef Troy Wilson

Menu

First Course - Salad Course | Chef Joseph McRae

Butter Lettuce, Asparagus Tips, Garden Radishes, English Peas, Grape Tomato Confit, Goat Cheese Mousse, Pickled Shallots, Soft Herbs, Chive Oil, Toasted Brioche Croutons with Lemon-Champagne Vinaigrette


Second Course - Fish Course | Chef Todd Leonard

Seared Salmon, Beurre Blanc, Lobster-Herb Ravioli with Lobster Sauce, Mousseline-Stuffed Scallop, Crispy Leeks, Pickled Serrano


Third Course - Intermezzo | Chef Meghan Roddy

Coconut Lime Sorbet
Candied Lime, Pineapple Chip


Fourth Course - Entree | Chef Erin Jones

Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin, Oxtail Cottage Pie with Wild Mushrooms, Beef Bacon Crumble, Red Wine Demi-Glace, Smoked Sunchoke Purée, Thumbelina Carrots, Roasted French Green Beans


Fifth Course – Dessert | Chef Diana Fallis

Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Tart: Chocolate Sablé Crust, Brown Butter Whipped Ganache, Toasted Kataifi and Pistachio Cream Crunch, Devil’s Food Cake, and Pistachio Mousse

Sponsorship

We would be delighted to share sponsorship opportunities and tailor a package that aligns with your goals.

Please contact Stefan Harlan.

 

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All proceeds support the UVU Culinary Arts Institute — empowering students through premier culinary education and real-world experience.

Why this Gala Matters

Proceeds from this event directly benefit the Culinary Arts Institute—supporting scholarships, state-of-the-art learning experiences, and opportunities that prepare students for successful careers in the culinary world. Your participation helps transform passion into profession.

 

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