Back in September, I went to the American Food & Wine Festival in Los Angeles. It's a huge fundraiser for Meals on Wheels held on the Universal Studios backlot. It was one of the most incredible events I've ever been to, with some of Los Angeles' top chefs and restaurants represented, including some from elsewhere as well. Wolfgang Puck is a founder, so he was there, along with his multiple restaurants. So was Nancy Silverton from Mozza, Nobu, Jose Andreas, and many more. Hawaii was represented by Roy Yamaguchi and Sam Choy. The food was incredible. I couldn't eat enough. Perrier-Jouet sponsored the dessert area, so my night ended happily with lots of champagne...after which I was ready to eat again, of course.