At what could surely be described as one of the most delectable events of the year, Michelle and Bill Lerach opened their home — and their organic berry garden — to a true hodgepodge of local farmers, chefs, restaurateurs, vintners, sommeliers and others for “A Berry Good Night 2011” on June 11. Held at the Lerach’s La Jolla Farms estate, the farm-to-table event brought together locals from as close as La Jolla to as far as Temecula, and every guest had something to offer. Some brought their homemade olive oil while others came with fresh produce to be used in one or more of the 12 courses served during the evening. As guests were asked to switch seats between each course, the conversation tended to be well rounded. While one might discuss event planning at one table, the next might offer the chance to learn about wine making in Temecula, while another might center more on biodynamic farming and later still the discussion could focus on the host’s penchant for African, South American and Oceanic art. Some guests offered their knowledge of local wines and spirits while others chatted about the organic mulch or the natural irrigation systems they use at the farm. Each course was prepared by a different local chef, and each one was decidedly unique. Paired with libations by sommelier/mixologist/cicerone Jeff Josenhans of the U.S. Grant Hotel, the courses were so distinctive each was like a new meal in itself. All in all, the night itself was unparalleled — a chance to see and taste decadence. For some of us, indeed, a regular Saturday night would not have included, for example, quail egg ravioli or porcini mushroom flan. And for a little cherry on top, we were offered a Cups cupcake as we left — the perfect breakfast remedy for a morning-after food withdrawal.