CHEFS SERVICES

CATERING

We’re proud to partner with the Thomas Keller Restaurant Group (TKRG), renowned for its exceptional culinary artistry and world-class hospitality. Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner or a celebratory gathering, TKRG offers personalized catering services that bring the excellence of its iconic restaurants — including The French Laundry, Bouchon, and Ad Hoc — directly to the estate.

From beautifully curated menus to seamless service, TKRG’s team works closely with you to craft an unforgettable dining experience tailored to your occasion.

PRIVATE CHEF

A seasoned executive chef with over a decade of experience in luxury hospitality and fine dining, including leadership roles at Poetry Inn, Silver Oak Cellars, Bardessono Hotel & Spa, and Café Boulud. Known for crafting seasonal, garden-forward menus and creating elevated guest experiences, with a strong background in event execution, culinary team leadership, and cost management. Passionate about hospitality, culinary innovation, and delivering memorable, wine country–inspired cuisine. A favorite of our guests.

PRIVATE CHEF

Chef Stefani De Palma is a Southern California–born culinary talent known for her refined, seasonal cuisine and thoughtful approach to dietary inclusivity. A Le Cordon Bleu graduate, she spent over a decade at Michelin-starred Addison in San Diego, serving as Chef de Cuisine and helping lead the team to its third star in 2022. She also represented Team USA at the 2025 Bocuse d'Or, earning first in the Americas and seventh worldwide. Now based in Napa Valley, Chef De Palma continues to craft elevated, ingredient-driven experiences that blend creativity, precision, and a deep respect for her guests' diverse needs.

PRIVATE CHEF

Classically trained in Italy and shaped by experience in acclaimed kitchens across Europe and the U.S., Massi brings a deep reverence for culinary tradition and artistry. In 2007, he and his wife Jen opened Riva Cucina, their Michelin-recognized restaurant in Berkeley, which garnered a devoted following for 17 years. In 2024, they evolved Riva into an exclusive Napa Valley venture, offering private fine dining and bespoke culinary experiences rooted in handmade pasta, house-cured meats, and locally grown produce—all thoughtfully crafted to reflect the art of Italian hospitality in the heart of wine country.