2025 Official Chef & Restaurant Lineup Announced
ORANGE COUNTY, Calif., July 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 8th Annual Pacific Wine & Food Classic on September 20, 2025 is set to return to Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort (1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92660), bringing an unforgettable celebration of bold flavors, glorious pours, and smooth summer vibes to the coast.
“Every year, the Pacific Wine & Food Classic brings people together in the most delicious way possible,” shares Pamela Waitt. “It’s a celebration of our local culinary talent, our love for connection, and the joy of sharing unforgettable moments with others.”
This award-winning culinary experience is a playground for food and wine lovers, featuring:
- 100+ Wines, including the Paso Robles Grand Wine Experience
- Premium Craft Cocktails from Aspen Vodka, Flecha Azul Tequila, Licor 43, Maker’s Mark, Papa’s Pilar Rum & more
- Rosé All Day Gazebo by Miraval, Dessert Garden, Mocktail Magic, Silent Disco by DeSoi, and more
Now, the much-anticipated 2025 Restaurant & Chef Lineup has officially been revealed.
Participating Restaurants & Chefs
- Baba G – Chef Matthew Meredith
- Bosscat Kitchen & Libations – Executive Chef Peter Petro
- Cambalache and Villa Roma – Chef Leo Razo
- Chelas Mexican Kitchen – Owner & Chef Karla Vasquez
- City Cruises – Executive Chef Sergio Agustin
- Crema & OC Baking
- CUCINA enoteca – Executive Chef Cesar Sarmiento
- Descanso – Executive Chef Jose Angulo
- Ellie’s – Chef & Owner Jason Witzl
- Farmhouse at Roger’s Gardens – Owner & Executive Chef Rich Mead
- Five Crowns & SideDoor
- Great Maple Restaurant – Steven Ashworth, Director of Service, Food & Beverage
- JARS Sweets & Things – Chef Fabio Viviani
- Lola’s by MFK – Owner & Chef Henry Pineda
- Lover Boards – Guests will also be able to experience a 20-foot hand-crafted charcuterie experience
- Melissa’s Produce
- Miss Mini Donuts – Leslie Nguyen
- Paséa Hotel & Spa – Executive Chef Scott Rackliff
- Prego – Chef Ugo Allesina
- Puesto – Creative Chef Raul Casillas
- Rancho Capistrano Winery – Chef Reagan
- Rangeen Kitchen
- Red O – Chef Hugo Cruz
- RISE Rooftop Lounge at The Westin Anaheim Resort – Executive Chef JJ Burton and Pastry Chef Andy De La Cruz
- Salt & Lime Modern Taqueria – Zach Ficke, Executive Chef/Owner
- Scratch Bakery Café – Executive Pastry Chef Louise Chien
- SOHO Taco – Executive Chef Oscar Pecina
- Sol Cocina – Douglass Farnsworth, Culinary Director, Xperience Restaurant Group
- Strong Water Anaheim – Executive Chef Steve Kling, 2024 & 2025 James Beard Finalist
- Strong Water Anaheim – Ying Chang, Co-Founder and Beverage Director
- Ten Sushi Cocktail Bar – Executive Sushi Chef Toshi Muira
- The Crack Shack – Culinary Director Jon Sloan
- The Mayor’s Table – Chef Riley Huddleston
- The Tea House on Los Rios
- The Yellow Chilli – Chef Sanjeev Kapoor
- Trevor’s at the Tracks – Chef Ronnie Chavez
- Wahoo’s Fish Tacos – Co-Founder Wing Lam
- Westwood Steak House – Executive Chef Michael Ruiz
Tickets & Full Event Info
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TICKETS TO PACIFIC WINE & FOOD CLASSIC
Pacific Wine & Food Classic takes place at Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort (1131 Back Bay Drive, Newport Beach, CA, 92660). All guests must be age 21+ with valid ID to attend. This is a ticketed event and the public may purchase tickets online at https://pacificwineandfood2025.eventbee.com. The Pacific Wine & Food Classic is an outdoor event that takes place rain or shine.
ABOUT PACIFIC WINE & FOOD CLASSIC
Pacific Wine & Food Classic is a world-class culinary experience celebrating the bounty of Southern California. Guests are invited to experience the perfect Orange County day, enjoying live entertainment, indulging in bites from more than 35 local top chefs and restaurants, explore over 75 wines, and partake in creative, hand-crafted cocktails. Tickets are limited to ensure an absolute quality experience, free from overcrowding. For more information, visit https://pacificwineandfood.com/.
SOURCE Pacific Wine & Food Classic
