Head to sunny Florida this coming January with 75 of Napa Valley’s finest wineries and winemakers for the Artisans of Wine & Food event held at The Boca Raton. The multi-day experience (January 17 – 19, 2025), presented by Capital One, will be orchestrated by some of the world’s most renowned culinary minds such as legendary Chef David Breeden, famed Chef and Restaurateur Mario Carbone, and a dinner curated by an all-female line-up of top chefs matched with female-owned wineries/winemakers. 

Rub elbows with star winemakers and representatives from some of Napa’s best known wineries, as well as some of the region’s small, family-owned labels such as Accendo Cellars, an elite brand of Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc highlighting Napa Valley's terroir; Almacerro, Howell Mountain's most remote vineyard, originally owned by AVA co-founder Bill Smith and revived by Frank Scherkenbach); and Firetree Vineyards, the Chardonnay exclusive vineyard in Carneros now stewarded by a new-to-Napa Venezuelan family who split their time between Napa and Miami.

The weekend culminates with a four-course dinner gala and an exclusive auction of fine wines, luxury experiences, and bespoke getaways, hosted by international auctioneer Jacqueline Towers-Perkins.

“For the first time, we’re bringing the heart of Napa Valley to the East Coast in an unprecedented showcase of wine and culinary talent,” said Daniel A. Hostettler, President & CEO of The Boca Raton. “It’s a privilege to host these celebrated vintners and chefs, and we’ve crafted an extraordinary event for Club members and hotel guests to toast to a truly worthy cause.” 

The Boca Raton is itself an adventure. Originally opened in 1926 as The Ritz-Carlton Cloister Inn, the resort and private club celebrates its most remarkable evolution during this, its upcoming 100th anniversary. The property provides year-round escape with five hotels amid 200 waterfront acres including Cloister, Yacht Club, Beach Club, Tower, and Bungalows. Resort amenities include a private beach, the Forbes Five-Star Spa Palmera, an 18-hole golf course, a full-service marina, Racquet Club with 14 tennis courts and 12 pickleball courts, retail shops, seven swimming pools, various water activities at Harborside Pool Club, state-of-the-art fitness clubs and wellness collaborations. Artisans of Wine & Food guests will be welcome to explore all the resort offers. 

Artisans of Wine & Food Schedule Highlights Include: 

Friday, January 17 - Exclusive Dinners hosted by renowned Napa Valley vintners:

The Great Cabernets of Napa Valley: A four-course dinner featuring big bottle cabs and modern chophouse fare by Chefs Will Cox, Nathan Rich, Chris Huerta, and Adam Young.

Bella Notte: A festive Italian dinner with Chef Carbone of Michelin-starred Carbone and ZZ’s Clam Bar.

Dinner En Plein Air: A celebration of female chefs and vintners featuring Jennifer Backman, Sarah Steffan, Lindsay Autry, and Pastry Chef Jessica Quiet.

Premiere Napa Valley: A barrel tasting of Napa’s rarest wines, paired with a multi-course menu by Michelin-starred chefs Stéphane Andrieux and Sebastien Feneyrol.

Caviar Celebration: A decadent caviar-centric dinner by Executive Chef Edgar Panchernikov of Caviar Russe.

Icons of Napa Valley: An intimate, al fresco dinner with Chef David Breeden, former Chef de Cuisine at The French Laundry.

Latin Flavors: A four-course dinner featuring Chef Adriano Venturini from Eden Roc Cap Cana, a Relais & Châteaux resort.

Argentine Asado BBQ: A fun, laid-back BBQ experience with live music and traditional Argentine cooking.

Artisans After Hours: A lively evening featuring chef-curated hors d’oeuvres, premium wines, and music by Vintner DJ Jason Lede.