Celebrity Chef and Hell's Kitchen alumni Scotley Innis hosted an exclusive CBD dinner in Atlanta this past March in an effort to educate audiences about cooking with the emerging ingredient. While marijuana's legalization across certain American states has lead to less stigma surrounding the herb, law restrictions in other regions inspired Innis to create an elevated dining event spotlighting CBD -- a more widely accepted and wellness-promoting ingredient.
This exciting event by Scotley Innis and his partner Erin Newmark took nearly a year to plan and featured a "curated menu infused with different strands," offering a multisensory experience for guests.
Hosted in Atlanta, the experiential 5-course dinner offered meal varieties ranging from the $50 to the $300 price tag with vegan options included. Some other standouts from the evening included a CBD Chocolate Fountain paired with fresh fruit, handcrafted CBD cocktails and even a CBD ointment massage station.
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Cbd-infused Dining Experiences
- Opportunity for restaurants and chefs to create exclusive dining events that incorporate CBD as a trendy and wellness-promoting ingredient.
- Multi-sensory Culinary Experiences
- Potential for immersive dining events that engage multiple senses through curated menus and unique food pairings.
- Wellness-focused Ingredient Showcases
- Trend towards showcasing specific ingredients like CBD that have wellness benefits and promoting them through special dining experiences.
Where This Applies
- Restaurant Industry
- Restaurants can tap into the growing demand for unique dining experiences by incorporating CBD-infused dishes into their menus.
- Hospitality Industry
- Hotels and resorts can differentiate themselves by offering multi-sensory culinary experiences with CBD-infused menus for their guests.
- Wellness Industry
- Companies in the wellness space can explore partnerships with chefs and restaurants to promote wellness-focused ingredients like CBD through specialized events.
