Omni PGA Frisco Resort’s SAVOR Unveils Texas Culinary Lineup Highlighting Award-Winning Chefs Tiffany Derry, Misti Norris, Rich Vana and More; John Rzeznik of Goo Goo Dolls to Headline the Weekend Entertainment
All-Star Culinary Masters and Chart-Topping Music Icon Unite for an Unforgettable Four-Day Experience of Food, Drink, Golf, and Music, April 30-May 3, 2026
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Frisco, Texas (Feb. 25, 2026) — Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa expands the star-studded culinary line-up for SAVOR 2026, taking place April 30-May 3, with a dynamic roster of Texas-based chefs spotlighting the talent and flavors that define the Lone Star State. Award‑winning Texas participants include Food Network favorite Tiffany Derry (Roots Southern Table), James Beard-recognized Kim Canteenwalla (Crown Block), James Beard semifinalists Misti Norris (Far Out/Rainbow Cat), Rich Vana (Heritage Table), Anastacia Quiñones‑Pittman (Eledi), Trey Sanchez (Vaqueros BBQ) and more. Additional Texas talent includes Michelin‑recognized chefs Philip Speer (Comedor), Jalen Heard (Goldees BBQ), Stanley Xu (Catch), Toby Archibald (Quarter Acre), Andrea Shackelford (Harvest at the Mason), Peja Krstic (Mot Hai Ba) and Paul Wensel (Hestia), in addition to Top Chef winners Kevin Sbraga and Gabe Erales, among others.
These standout local chefs round out an acclaimed celebrity‑chef lineup that also features culinary stars such as Scott Conant, Maneet Chauhan, and many other Food Network favorites, further elevating SAVOR 2026 as one of the premier food festivals in the country.
To top it all off, there will be live entertainment by four-time Grammy nominee John Rzeznik of the Goo Goo Dolls headlining the Fork & Fire Grand Tasting on Friday, May 1. He will perform an acoustic version of the band’s greatest hits. Additional entertainment across the weekend includes Emily Burak Music at the Masters of Taste Reception & Dinner, Jerry Mowery Music DJ at Fork & Fire, Backbeat Band at the SAVOR Grand Tasting, and DJ Souljah alongside Mariachi Fiesta, a 10-piece mariachi band, at the Margaritas & Mariachis Brunch.
Now in its second year, SAVOR is a four-day celebration of food, drink, golf and music. The weekend features five signature experiences from Thursday, April 30, through Sunday, May 3 — the Masters of Taste Reception & Dinner, Fork & Fire Grand Tasting, SAVOR Par 3 Golf Challenge, SAVOR Grand Tasting, and Margaritas & Mariachis Brunch — bringing together world-class chefs, live entertainment and immersive experiences for an unforgettable weekend.
The 2026 Texas talent line-up is as follows:
Friday, May 1: Fork & Fire Grand Tasting
- Jon Shaw (Omni Trick Rider, Frisco, TX)
- Kim Canteenwalla (Crown Block, Dallas, TX)
- Leen Nunn (Omni PGA Frisco, Frisco, TX
- Misti Norris (Far Out/Rainbow Cat, Dallas, TX)
- Philip Speer (Comedor, Austin, TX)
Saturday, May 2: SAVOR Grand Tasting
- Andrea Shackelford (Harvest at the Mason, McKinney, TX)
- Ashley Wright (Dallas Cowboys, Frisco, TX)
- Dean Fearing (Fearing's, Dallas, TX)
- Greg Katz (Green Point Seafood at Fields West, Dallas, TX)
- Jalen Heard (Goldees BBQ, Fort Worth, TX)
- Jeffery Hobbs (Slow Bone BBQ, Dallas, TX)
- Jill Bates (Sugar & Sage, Dallas, TX)
- Kevin Sbraga (il Mulatto, McKinney, TX)
- Matt Balke (Encina, Dallas)
- Nick Badovinus (Neighborhood Services, Dallas, TX)
- Paul Wensel (Hestia/Emmer & Rye Hospitality Group, Austin, TX)
- Peja Krstic (Mot Hai Ba, Dallas, TX)
- Preston Paine (Emilia's, Fort Worth, TX)
- Rich Vana (Heritage Table, Frisco, TX)
- Stanley Xu (Catch, Dallas, TX)
- Tiffany Derry (Roots Southern Table, Farmers Branch, T
- Toby Archibald (Quarter Acre, Dallas, TX)
Sunday, May 3: Margaritas & Mariachis Brunch
- Anastacia Quiñones‑Pittman (Eledi, Dallas, TX)
- Eduardo Osorio (Meridian, Dallas, TX)
- Gabe Erales (Oído, Austin, TX)
- Luis Villalva (El Come Taco, Dallas, TX)
- Maricsa Trejo (La Casita Bakeshop, Dallas, TX)
- Monica Lopez (Ayahuasca Cantina, Dallas, TX)
- Taylor Samuels (Las Almas Rotas, Dallas, TX)
- Trey Sanchez (Vaqueros BBQ, Dallas, TX)
Omni PGA Frisco Resort & Spa has selected Boys & Girls Club of Collin County as its charity of choice for SAVOR 2026. Through this partnership, SAVOR guests can enjoy an unforgettable weekend while helping support programs that provide education, mentorship and opportunities for children and teens across Collin County.
SAVOR would like to thank all its partners, including Lexus, Dallas Cowboys, PGA of America, The Karahan Companies, Visit Frisco, Frisco Economic Development Corporation and Omni Hotels & Resorts.
Tickets are now available for SAVOR 2026. Guests can purchase individual event tickets and packages, and learn more at savoromnipgafrisco.com.
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About Clay Walker
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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.