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.”
Food and wine at Pacific
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
