Chef Ari Weiswasser is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America 2003 and Food & Wine People’s Best New Chef 2015. He spent his formative culinary years in numerous fine-dining establishments in New York City and Philadelphia.

In January, 2025, it was announced that Ari was recognized by the prestigious James Beard Foundation as a semi-finalist in the category of “Best Chef, California” which celebrates his ethos of creating harmony of flavors that reflect place and time.

Writer for FOOD&WINE, Travel + Leisure and numerous other publications.  Author of 11 books including the annual Food & Wine Guide and Mr. Boston Official Bartender’s Guide

CEO, Marine Layer Wines and Valkyrie Selections

Corporate Beverage Director, Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group/Brennan’s

Roof 106 Chef

Chef Brian then spent years traveling and learning everything he could about pizza doughs and ovens, while tasting local ingredients in their native regions. When he landed in Sonoma County, he was instantly inspired.

A South Jersey native and Culinary Institute of America alum, Chef Britt Rescigno is a nationally recognized talent known for her bold, ingredient-driven cooking and fiery passion for food and community. A Food Network champion, she’s appeared on Chopped, Beat Bobby Flay, and Tournament of Champions, earning her place among the final four in multiple seasons. Today, she channels her creativity and expertise as one half of the powerhouse team behind Fiamma, crafting dynamic, live-fire, Italian-inspired cuisine.

Carlos opened the doors to Guiso Latin Fusion in 2015 and in the decade since, Guiso has transformed from an intimate Healdsburg secret into a national sensation. Carlos’s philosophy—“Cook My Culture”—has earned him staggering accolades, including: The 100 Best Restaurants in America (2025): Awarded by OpenTable.

CEO + Co-Founder | Appellation Hotels, Charlie Palmer Collective

Charlie Palmer is a pioneering chef and hospitality visionary known for Progressive American cooking, award-winning restaurants, culinary-first hotels, philanthropic leadership, and a lifelong commitment to craft, community, and mentorship.

Executive Chef at Goodnight’s Prime Steak + Spirits

Founder & CEO, California Caviar

A longtime expert in luxury products, founder and CEO Deborah Keane—dubbed the “Caviar Queen” by the press—has catapulted California Caviar Company into one of the premier caviar brands in America. Globally known as a master taste maker, she has perfected the art of caviar production and is a leading pioneer in sustainable fish farming.

Executive Chef at Valette

Derek has worked for Chef Thomas Keller, Chef Curtis Stone, and Chef Robert Sulatycky. Although he loves his roots with southern comfort food, he fell in love with the unparalleled produce of California. His cooking style is clean, fresh, and bold flavors that lets the ingredients do the “talking”.

Dino Moniodis is a Greek-American chef and entrepreneur known for bringing authentic Greek culinary traditions to Northern California.

As the owner of Dino’s Greek Food Truck & Catering, Moniodis has become a prominent figure in the North Bay food community, known for traditional preparations, whole-animal cooking, and large-scale lamb roasts that celebrate communal dining and time-honored techniques.

Award winning Chef / Restaurateur / Author, 3rd generation owner & operator of Catelli's Restaurant in Geyserville, CA - 7x GGG Champion, Food Network guest on: Guy's Ranch Kitchen, Judge on Iron Chef & GGG

Chef, rancher, and farmer behind Black Pig Meat Co. and The Black Piglet food truck. Duskie has been a regular on Food Network, serves as Vice Chair of the James Beard Awards Committee, and on the Board of Sonoma County FarmTrails. 

Owner/Chef of The Matheson and Valette. Fourth generation Healdsburg resident and star chef.

Master Sommelier

Evan Goldstein calls himself “trilingual x 3.” He speaks three languages – wine, food, and wine-and-food pairings – and can do so in French, Portuguese, and English. An internationally recognized wine educator and author, Goldstein is a born communicator who has devoted much of his adult life to sharing with others his passion for wine.

Wine Director at Elisa (Vancouver)

Grace is a 19-year-old, award-winning guitarist, singer, songwriter and bandleader who is undisputedly on a meteoric rise. Her music is inspired by a variety of genres from rock and punk to R&B and funk. She has quickly become one of the most in-demand and celebrated young artists of the generation.