For 35 years we have striven to stay true to our mission of creative, seasonal cooking. As we sort out the trends from the fads, keeping a blend of light to rich and lively to delicate, we aim for a balancing act. By trusting our instincts and listening to our guests and the chefs, we hope to get it right, and to earn that most honored prize-your return visit!

We moved to the Napa Valley in 1974 with the intention of being in the wine business—we just weren’t sure what the path would be. As it turns out, the Dierkhising family’s restaurant background came into play for our first business and from then on, wines would be the complementary element to the culinary commitment. And yet there’s still such a great sense of discovery and excitement every time we find another fascinating, noteworthy wine.

Few places on earth rival the beauty of our local Wine Country and fewer still have so many exquisite and diverse venues for a special event. While we have specialized in more weddings the last few years, we have always been thrilled to pair our menus with a particular winery’s style and varietals. (And we do very well tucked into that garage of yours as we help make that backyard gathering the best party ever!)