Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa and Presenting Sponsor Lexus Announce Inagural Lifestyle "Savor" Where Culinary Arts, Music, and Golf Unite
Join Celebrity Chefs Aarón Sánchez and Dean Fearing, Michael Strahan and musical group, Midland at this unprecedented Texas experience May 1-4, 2025
FRISCO, TX (January 29, 2025) Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa along with presenting sponsor Lexus will debut SAVOR from May 1–4, 2025. This marquee event will showcase the best of Texas, celebrating world-class cuisine, top-tier entertainment, and elite golf, all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the distinctive resort and its renowned golf courses.
Curated by James Beard nominated, culinary icon Chef Beau MacMillan and acclaimed Emmy Award winning event producer Scott Savlov, SAVOR promises an unparalleled gathering of award-winning chefs, celebrated musicians, and celebrity golf enthusiasts. Guests will enjoy creations from a stellar lineup of chefs, live performances by renowned artists, and the first-ever SAVOR Celebrity Golf Invitational.
“By blending exceptional culinary experiences, world-class entertainment, and golf into one unforgettable event, we’re setting a new standard and elevating the Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa as a premier lifestyle destination,” said Jeff Smith, Vice President and Managing Director. “This is an incredibly special place and we’re excited to introduce a new audience to everything Texas has to offer.”
Food & Drink
Attendees are invited to join Food Network’s all-star cast of award-winning celebrity chefs and the best mixologists from across the country for a spectacular weekend of indulgence. Guests will SAVOR creations from a stellar lineup, including Aarón Sánchez, Antonia Lofaso, Stephanie Izard, John Tesar, Tony Abou-Ganim, Shota Nakajima, Dean Fearing, Kwame Onwuachi, Elizabeth Blau, Jillian Vose, Ann Kim, and Kim Canteenwalla.
Golf
The event will feature the first-annual SAVOR Celebrity Golf Invitational, offering the rare chance to tee off alongside sports legends and entertainment stars including Michael Strahan, Rob Riggle, Anthony Anderson, Aimee Garcia, Nischelle Turner, and more.
Music
Guests will enjoy live performances from top-tier artists such as the two-time grammy nominated band, Midland and American country music singer-songwriter, D. Vincent Williams throughout the event, adding a musical touch to the culinary experience.
"With a carefully curated lineup of renowned celebrities and unforgettable events, this is the must-attend event of the year. We're showcasing to travelers that everything truly is bigger and better in Texas," adds Smith.
Key Event Highlights:
- Masters of Taste Dinner (Thursday, May 1, 2025): A curated four-course dinner prepared by award-winning chefs, paired with signature cocktails and wines, accompanied by an acoustic musical performance.
- Fork & Fire Reception (Friday, May 2, 2025): A live-fire culinary experience featuring notable chefs and food network stars grilling globally inspired dishes, complemented by cocktails from an acclaimed mixologist and a high energy musical concert.
- Best of Texas Reception (Saturday, May 3, 2025): A Texas-themed celebration featuring award winning, celebrated chefs from across the state, showcasing dishes paired with local spirits and beers. An electric musical concert will close out the night.
- Margaritas & Mariachis Celebrity Brunch (Sunday, May 4, 2025): A vibrant brunch featuring the best Tex-Mex cuisine from across the state, specialty margaritas, mariachi music, and a showcase of celebrity chefs and mixologists.
Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa is proud to partner with the North Texas Food Bank, naming it the Charity of Choice for the inaugural SAVOR event. Over the past 13 years, Omni Hotels & Resorts has demonstrated extraordinary generosity, helping to provide nearly one million meals to those in need. A portion of the proceeds from SAVOR ticket sales will go directly to the North Texas Food Bank to help fight hunger in the area.
Trisha Cunningham, President and CEO of the North Texas Food Bank, expressed gratitude for the partnership, saying, "We are incredibly thankful to Omni Hotels & Resorts for selecting us as the featured non-profit for this prestigious event. Their ongoing dedication to making a real impact in our community is truly inspiring. This partnership extends our reach and advances our mission of addressing hunger in North Texas."
Tickets for SAVOR go on sale January 29, 2025. For more information and to stay updated on event details, please visit the official SAVOR website at savoromnipgafrisco.com.
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About Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa
Omni PGA Frisco Resort offers a reimagined destination resort experience for the ultimate getaway. With a wide selection of unique experiences and remarkable year-round programming and activities, the resort provides a diverse and fun-filled destination for guests of all ages. The oasis of the 660-acre PGA Frisco campus, this luxury resort will be both one of the world's leading meeting and conference destinations as well as a bucket list leisure destination featuring two championship golf courses at Fields Ranch designed by Gil Hanse and Beau Welling. With comprehensive resort amenities featuring a signature spa, 13 restaurants and bars, and retail shops - there's something designed for all. Featuring subtle nods to Texas culture, each of the resort's 500 guest rooms and suites and 10 exclusive four-bedroom modern-Texas ranch houses, offer sweeping views of lush surrounds. The resort features more than 127,000 sq. ft of indoor and outdoor space for meetings and events, including 2 ballrooms; 19 meeting rooms; 9 outdoor event venues; and Panther Creek Pavilion, the ideal venue for weddings. Visit omnipgafriscoresort.com or call 469-305-4500 for more information and room reservations. Follow Omni PGA Frisco Resort on Facebook and Instagram.
About SAVOR
SAVOR is an annual food festival that celebrates the vibrant flavors, culinary creativity, and world-class hospitality synonymous with the Omni brand. The festival brings together renowned chefs, including celebrity culinary icons, celebrated sommeliers, craft beverage artisans, and food enthusiasts from across the nation for an unforgettable weekend of indulgence. The event features interactive cooking demonstrations, exclusive dining experiences, and celebrity golf tournaments, all complemented by live musical performances from acclaimed artists. Guests can enjoy a dynamic blend of culinary excellence and entertainment, set against the picturesque backdrop of Omni PGA Frisco Resort’s state-of-the-art facilities and breathtaking landscapes. SAVOR is more than a food festival—it’s a celebration of flavor, creativity, and unforgettable moments. For more information about SAVOR, visit savoromnipgafrisco.com.
About North Texas Food Bank
The North Texas Food Bank (NTFB) is a leading nonprofit organization that fights hunger and provides children, seniors and families in North Texas access to nutritious food. For over 40 years, we have been at the forefront of hunger relief, committed to ensuring that no one in our community lacks access to healthy food. Our extensive network of 500 food pantries and organizations, volunteers, and donors enables us to deliver more than 100 million nutritious meals annually to those in need. Beyond just addressing hunger, we focus on nourishing lives by offering nutrition education, investing in our network partners, innovating solutions to eliminate hunger and advocating for policies that tackle the root causes of food insecurity.
Our dedication to excellence is reflected in our 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, highlighting our strong governance, integrity, and financial stability. As a proud member of Feeding America, the nation's largest hunger relief network, we are committed to ensuring everyone in North Texas has the nourishment needed to lead a healthy and fulfilling life. For more information, visit www.ntfb.org or connect with us on social media @NorthTexasFoodBank.