On a sun-kissed afternoon in Carmel Valley, some talented, passionate guys pulled together a collaborative pop-up lunch. But it was not for the faint of heart or palate. We're talking four hours, ten courses, a cocktail, and four different wines. It was a culinary marathon and it reminded me, very much, of my favorite restaurant from when I lived in Rome. There are no menus; there are no choices. You eat what they bring you. And, as Klaus stated, "If you don't like one dish, or can't eat it for dietary reasons, there's another course coming." Remember: ten courses! The trio behind this Can I Live luncheon: Klaus Georis who has spent the past few years cooking over seas; Jordan Snyder of M.H Bread and Butter in San Anselmo; and David Baron of the soon-to-open Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette in Marina. When asked about the name of the event - Can I Live - chef David said that the idea came about when they all had bosses who determined or, ...
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