Recently I had the opportunity to see, taste and experience the 2018 Emmy Awards Governors Ball at L.A. Live up on the Event Deck.

For the 23rd year, legendary Chef and Patina Restaurant Group Founder Joachim Splichal and the Patina Catering team will serve the nominees, presenters and guests an array of 35 chef-driven small plates and bites and tray-passed hors d’oeuvres including some celebrated favorites from the Michelin-starred Patina and the fabled Nick + Stef’s Steakhouse.

Emmy winners and nominees will have a unique opportunity to taste Patina Spuds with JBS Mashed Potatoes (named after Splichal) along with classic desserts from the award-winning restaurant, including Hazelnut Chocolate Feuilletine, Chocolate Rocher, Strawberry Rhubarb Tart, and Chocolate Croissant Bread Pudding.  Before sipping on an Emmy cocktail, guests can fill up at the Nick & Stef’s station, complete with Hand Carved Flat Iron Steak, Signature Caesar Salad, and Cave-Aged Mini Gruyere Popovers, providing guests with the ultimate Los Angeles culinary experience.

Industry stars and celebrities will also sip wines by Ferrari Trento and Sterling Vineyards. Catch the Emmy Awards airing on Sept. 17 at 5 p.m. 800 W. Olympic Blvd., Los Angeles.