It’s time to celebrate actors — and Los Angeles — at the always much-anticipated SAG Awards returns this Sunday.

The SAG Awards Media Preview Day. Photo Credit:  John Salangsang/Shutterstock for SAG Awards

Hosted by award-winning actress and my fellow GOSSIP GIRL alum Kristen Bell (who is also up for a SAG Award this year for her breakout hit, NOBODY WANTS THIS), the 31st Annual Screen Actors Awards will stream live globally on Netflix Sunday, February 23 at 8pm ET / 5pm PT.  Produced by Silent House Productions in partnership with SAG-AFTRA, the show will be held at The Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall. 

The coveted SAG Award. Photo Credit: John Salangsang/Shutterstock for SAG Awards

This year’s awards show will be a “Love Letter to Los Angeles” following the heartbreaking wildfires that roared through LA and throughout Southern California this past January.

Chef David Chang at the SAG Awards Media Preview Day. Photo Credit: John Salangsang/Shutterstock for SAG Awards

And yesterday, SAG Awards and SAG Awards Executive Chef David Chang unveiled the elegant menu the stars would be enjoying during the show. Media were invited to get a sneak peek of the event, chat with the producers, sponsors, SAG Award Ambassador, and even get to connect with one of the big stars of the night… the coveted award itself, appropriately nicknamed “The Actor.”

Lauren Goldenberg at the SAG Awards Media Preview Day. Photo Credit:  John Salangsang/Shutterstock for SAG Awards

We also got an early (delicious) taste of the sliders and honey butter chips that will be served during Sunday’s cocktail hour.

Jason Winston and Cyd Wilson at the SAG Awards Media Preview Day. Photo Credit:  John Salangsang/Shutterstock for SAG Awards

The Michelin-starred chef, in speaking about the menu, added “This has been a challenge that we’ve spent a lot of time trying to figure out and it has to be fun, it has to be a little bit different, and also something that’s approachable.”

Cooper’s Hawk Wine & Restaurants at the SAG Awards Media Preview Day. Photo Credit:  John Salangsang/Shutterstock for SAG Awards

Let’s go beyond the red carpet for a behind-the-scenes look at what Hollywood’s biggest stars will be experiencing at this year’s SAG Awards and the PEOPLE + Audi Post Awards Gala:

Atmosphere at the SAG Awards Media Preview Day. Photo Credit:  John Salangsang/Shutterstock for SAG Awards

MENU REVEAL – Renowned Chef David Chang unveiled the menu for the SAG Awards as this year’s Executive Chef. The menu defies the traditional awards dinner format, pulling inspiration from his classic Momofoku bites and favorite meals. The dinner menu includes Momofuku Cold Fried Chicken, Kimbap Duo, Honey Butter Chips, and a special surprise from Pizzeria Bianco that will be unveiled at the show!

Santa Monica Brew Works at the SAG Awards Media Preview Day. Photo Credit:  John Salangsang/Shutterstock for SAG Awards

TOAST TO HOLLYWOOD – Sommeliers and beverage experts from Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants, Purely Sedona Artisan Spring Water and Santa Monica Brew Works shared the inspiration behind the selections of wines, signature cocktails and locally crafted beers that will be served to the stars on awards night.  

Jon Brockett, Sofia Carson, Linda Gierahn and Mark Bracco at the SAG Awards Media Preview Day. Photo Credit:  John Salangsang/Shutterstock for SAG Awards

THE ACTORS – SAG Awards Ambassador Sofia Carson helped the American Fine Arts Foundry hammer  The Actor statuettes from its mold. The Foundry demonstrated every aspect of the statuette’s crafting, from molten copper to patina paint.

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants at the SAG Awards Media Preview Day. Photo Credit:  John Salangsang/Shutterstock for SAG Awards

BACKSTAGE SNEAK PEEK – Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants and Arhaus offered a sneak peak into the greenroom where the star-studded presenter lineup will relax before taking the stage at this year’s show. Following the 31st Annual SAG Awards, all furnishings will be donated to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles to support families affected by the recent LA wildfires.

How to Watch the SAG Awards

The show will stream live globally on Netflix Sunday, Feb. 23 at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT.

Aaaand the Official SAG Awards Pre-Show, hosted by Lilly Singh and Sasheer Zamata, will stream live on Netflix at 7 pm ET / 4 pm PT. The pre-show will feature nominee interviews, highlights of the best fashion looks of the night, and a special look at the star-studded SAG Awards red carpet.