Celebrity Chefs Post All Their Aspen Shenanigans via Instagram

The Food & Wine Classic in Aspen is often described as Summer camp for chefs. Celebrity chefs from all over the nation gather in the mountains one weekend in June to cook for lucky festivalgoers, party at high altitudes, and share their shenanigans via Instagram. Take a look at the amusing explosion of group chef selfies, quick snaps, and unforgettable captions.

— Additional reporting by Nicole PerrySource: Instagram

Tyler Florence and Ming Tsai Relaxed in First Class

Tyler Florence and Ming Tsai Relaxed in First Class

According to Tyler, "East meets West on the way to the Aspen . . . " Source: Instagram user tylerflorence

Matthew Accarrino Biked to Aspen

Matthew Accarrino Biked to Aspen

While the obvious choice is flying into Aspen, others like best new chef Matthew Accarrino road biked there. Source: Instagram user avallis

Chefs Gathered

Chefs Gathered

Best new chefs (2013) Michael Hudman, Chris Shepard, and Matthew Gaudet (pictured at far right), Food & Wine Editor in Chief Dana Cowin, and Bizarre Foods' Andrew Zimmern huddled up for a group shot at the St. Regis Chefs Club. Source: Instagram user westbridgechef

Johnny Iuzzini Couldn't Keep a Straight Face

Johnny Iuzzini Couldn't Keep a Straight Face

At the opening reception, chefs like Johnny Iuzzini floated around and "smiled" for the cameras. Source: Instagram user americangirlbakingco

Kristen Kish Reinvented the Grilled Ham and Cheese

Kristen Kish Reinvented the Grilled Ham and Cheese

Meanwhile, leave it to season 10 Top Chef winner Kristen Kish to serve up grilled crepes stuffed with ham, cheese, and kimchi — like an American, Korean, and French mashup. Source: Instagram user kkrader

José Andrés Reported From the Mountain

José Andrés Reported From the Mountain

At Eat Drink Spain, a ham-and-wine-filled feast hosted by José Andrés, the chef stopped for interviews (including one with our very own Brandi Milloy) with stunning mountains as the backdrop. Source: Instagram user brandimilloy

The Empellón Men Kicked It

The Empellón Men Kicked It

Alex Stupak and his Empellón team posed for a shot with their festival lanyards and the mountainous skyline. Source: Instagram user empellon

Kristen Kish and Barbara Lynch Ate a Ton of Caviar

Kristen Kish and Barbara Lynch Ate a Ton of Caviar

Three of our favorite things (that is, chefs Kristen Kish and Barbara Lynch and an absurdly large tin of caviar). Source: Instagram user kkrader

Gail Simmons Prepped Runners

Gail Simmons Prepped Runners

At the very early Friday morning 5K charity run benefiting Wholesome Wave, Top Chef judge Gail Simmons pumped up runners with her presence. Source: Instagram user jenniferleeflowers

Danny Meyer Ran the Race

Danny Meyer Ran the Race

Even restaurateur Danny Meyer braved the altitude. Source: Instagram user allthewaymaymay

Marcus Samuelsson Warmed Up

Marcus Samuelsson Warmed Up

Chef Marcus Samuelsson, an active participant in the charity run every year, warmed up for the race in a beanie. Source: Instagram user kcmcshea

Jim Meehan Poured Patio-Side

Jim Meehan Poured Patio-Side

There's nothing like a cocktail made in the mountains by a master. Source: Instagram user jenniferleeflowers

Grant Achatz Captured the Moment

Grant Achatz Captured the Moment

Grant Achatz couldn't help but snap a photo of his Next partner and Best New Chef Dave Beran. Source: Instagram user rdcberan

Tyler Florence Took a Selfie With Jacques Pépin

Tyler Florence Took a Selfie With Jacques Pépin

After signing books, Tyler Florence expressed his love for his "dear friend and life mentor" chef Jacques Pépin. Awww. Source: Instagram user tylerflorence

Anthony Giglio Pulled Out a Big Bottle

Anthony Giglio Pulled Out a Big Bottle

Wine expert Anthony Giglio posed with an enormous bottle of Aix rosé. Source: Instagram user anthonygiglio

Matt Accarrino Raced a Speed Rack

Matt Accarrino Raced a Speed Rack

We're not sure exactly what's going on here, but it looks like the speed rack won. Source: Instagram user hugegaldones

Gail Simmons and Andrew Zimmern Talked About 2015

Gail Simmons and Andrew Zimmern Talked About 2015

The festival wasn't even halfway over, and these two were already talking about next year! Along with their smoldering looks, Gail Simmons and Andrew Zimmern will offer a smolder seminar at the 2015 Food & Wine Classic. Source: Instagram user chefaz

Jacques Pépin Led the Champagne Shower

Jacques Pépin Led the Champagne Shower

At 11,000 feet, Jacques Pépin showered celeb chefs in Champagne. Source: Instagram users foodandwine and nicole_franzen

Grant Achatz Went For a Gondola Ride

Grant Achatz Went For a Gondola Ride

Grant Achatz and friends packed it in tightly for a snap. Source: Instagram user charlesjoly

Giada De Laurentiis Captured the View

Giada De Laurentiis Captured the View

Behind Giada De Laurentiis, her husband, and Aunt Raffy, behold the town of Aspen. Source: Instagram user foxyfleet

Curtis Stone and Carla Hall Posed at 11,000 Feet

Curtis Stone and Carla Hall Posed at 11,000 Feet

Curtis Stone and Carla Hall from ABC's The Chew posed with their spouses before snow-capped mountains. Source: Instagram user popsugarfood

José Andrés Enjoyed the Panorama

José Andrés Enjoyed the Panorama

José wasn't afraid to look like the king of Aspen Mountain. Source: Instagram user grdovic

The Gang Reunited

The Gang Reunited

Scott Conant, Marc Murphy, Marcus Samuelsson, and Geoffrey Zakarian can't even pose for a photo without making each other laugh. Chef Murphy jokingly warned, "Watch out, Aspen! Gang's all here." Source: Instagram user chefmarcmurphy

Andrew Ticer and Michael Hudman Prepared For Service

Andrew Ticer and Michael Hudman Prepared For Service

Best new chefs of 2013 Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman leaned into their kung fu positions, ready to tear up service at the Chefs Club. Source: Instagram user westbridgechef

Chris Shepherd Started Plating

Chris Shepherd Started Plating

At a Chefs Club dinner, Chris Shepherd plated up something deliciously saucy. Source: Instagram user westbridgechef

Richard Blais Played With Nitrogen

Richard Blais Played With Nitrogen

After sharing a gondola with a nitrogen tank, Richard Blais used it for a dish at the top of Aspen Mountain. Source: Instagram user foodandwine

José Andrés Handled the Jamón Ibérico

José Andrés Handled the Jamón Ibérico

We're not sure why the chef decided to roll up his sleeves and delicately slice that Ibérico, but it sure was awesome. Source: Instagram user aplotkin69

Curtis Stone and Tyler Florence Battled It Out

Curtis Stone and Tyler Florence Battled It Out

Though Tyler lost the cook-off, he congratulated his opponent Curtis Stone. Source: Instagram user tylerflorence

Animal Chefs Posed With Smurfs

Animal Chefs Posed With Smurfs

Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo, chefs and owners of Animal in LA, had a swarm of people vying for their dishes. Source: Instagram user fwplusone