For one special evening on, the kitchen at Tu Tu’ Tun Lodge will be taken over by two-time James Beard Award–winning chef Gabriel Rucker, one of the defining culinary voices of the Pacific Northwest.

Best known as the chef-owner of Le Pigeon, Rucker has helped shape Portland’s modern food identity for nearly two decades, earning national acclaim for his refined yet soulful French-inspired cooking. Le Pigeon is widely regarded as a cornerstone of the city’s dining scene—celebrated for its creativity, technical excellence, and unwavering sense of place.

During this intimate kitchen takeover, Chef Rucker brings that same vision to the Rogue River, crafting a deeply personal, seasonally driven menu that reflects both his culinary legacy and the beauty of the setting.