Artisans of Wine & Food Returns to The Boca Raton With Its Most Ambitious Edition Yet

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For four days in January, The Boca Raton became the epicenter of American wine and culinary culture as Artisans of Wine & Food returned for a second, expanded edition—one that firmly positioned the event among the most significant food and wine gatherings in the country. Held January 16–19, 2026, the weekend marked the largest gathering of Napa Valley Vintners ever assembled outside of Napa Valley itself.

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Presented by The Boca Raton in partnership with Napa Valley Vintners and presenting sponsor Capital One, the event brought together 152 winery representatives from 113 Napa Valley wineries alongside more than 20 Michelin-starred and critically acclaimed chefs. Across the resort’s iconic waterfront setting, members and guests experienced an immersive celebration of craftsmanship, access, and connection that unfolded seamlessly across historic ballrooms, marina-front venues, and open-air lawns.

Wine took center stage throughout the weekend, with more than 3,000 bottles opened and poured across 20 distinct varietals. While Napa Valley classics such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc anchored the experience, guests were also introduced to rarer, passion-driven selections including Viognier, Sémillon, Ribolla Gialla, Pinot Meunier, and Chenin Blanc. Sixteen of Napa Valley’s 17 nested AVAs were represented, offering a comprehensive and nuanced exploration of the region’s terroir and winemaking diversity.

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Beyond the wines themselves, Artisans of Wine & Food distinguished itself through direct access. Guests engaged with vintners, winemakers, and winery owners in intimate tasting environments designed to encourage conversation and discovery. Supporting the scale of the event were 33 sommeliers from across the United States and 17 hospitality and business interns from leading Florida universities, reinforcing the weekend’s commitment to education and industry development alongside indulgence .

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“The Boca Raton hosts elevated culinary and wine experiences as a matter of course,” said Daniel A. Hostettler, President & CEO of The Boca Raton. “That’s what allows a Napa weekend of this scale to feel at home here, and this second edition made the case”.

As the weekend unfolded, the resort transformed into a living showcase of luxury hospitality—where Michelin-level dining, world-class wine, and philanthropic purpose coexisted effortlessly.

Defining Moments of the Weekend

Winemaker Series & Seminars

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Guests explored Napa Valley’s heritage through intimate tastings and masterclasses, including a Diamond Creek Vineyards retrospective with Nicole Carter of Roederer Collection; a five-decade reflection on TOR Wines with Tor Kenward; a varietal-focused seminar led by Quintessa winemaker Rebekah Wineburg; a RIEDEL glassware seminar; and exclusive tastings with The Vice.

Vintner-Hosted Lunches & Dinners

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Signature dining experiences showcased seasonal luxury ingredients, including the use of three pounds of fresh white and black truffles across multiple meals. Standout moments included a Parisian-inspired Premiere Napa Valley dinner by two-Michelin-starred chef Guy Savoy; The Great Cabernets of Napa Valley dinner featuring Michelin-starred chef Massimo Falsini; a farm-to-table Dinner En Plein Air by Blackberry Farm’s Sarah Steffan; and an omakase experience led by Takato founder Taek Lee.

Daytime Pursuits & The Discover Napa Valley Pavilion

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The Discover Napa Valley Tasting Pavilion, presented by Morgan Stanley, featured more than 100 wineries spanning the resort and marina. Daytime programming also included the Vintners Invitational Golf Tournament, the inaugural Pickleball Classic, and Burgers & Barrels presented by Weber Grills, spotlighting celebrity chefs’ signature creations.

A Vintners Gala: CARBONE at Artisans of Wine & Food

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The weekend culminated in a black-tie gala attended by 759 guests and headlined by chef and restaurateur Mario Carbone. Held beneath crystal chandeliers in the Grand Ballroom, the evening featured an Italian-American feast centered on 550 pounds of 50-ounce Prime dry-aged tomahawk steaks, Napa Valley vintner-hosted tables, live entertainment, a fireworks finale, and a charity auction benefiting Place of Hope and the Napa Valley Vintners Youth Wellness Initiative.

Sunday Finale: Brunch & Sunday Showdown

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Sunday programming began with an open-air brunch led by Relais & Châteaux North American chefs, accompanied by live jazz and final tastings. The weekend closed with Sunday Showdown, blending country music, authentic barbecue, and Napa Valley wines, highlighted by a coastal BBQ from chef Jack Arnold featuring locally caught fish and Okeechobee alligator ribs.

At its core, Artisans of Wine & Food at The Boca Raton carried a philanthropic mission, raising close to half a million dollars for charity over the course of the weekend. Proceeds benefited Place of Hope’s family centered programs and the Napa Valley Vintners Youth Wellness Initiative, reinforcing the event’s commitment to purpose alongside luxury.

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With its second edition surpassing expectations in both scale and impact, Artisans of Wine & Food has firmly established itself as a signature culinary weekend—uniting Napa Valley’s most respected vintners with the timeless elegance, hospitality, and cultural relevance of The Boca Raton.