Join us for this unique opportunity to sample some of the finest cuisine and wine that Northern California has to offer in the elegant setting of Montalvo’s historic Villa and beautiful grounds.
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Sample gourmet bites from dozens of top-rated restaurants, including Michelin-starred spots and past favorites such as Selby’s, Le Papillon, ASA, Hurrica, Augustine, Kokkari, Chez Philippe, Macarena, Greens, and Plumed Horse, and enjoy tastings from outstanding wineries such as Andrew Geoffrey, Testarossa, Rombauer, AXR, Kanzler, and Merry Edwards. Mingle with fellow food lovers, bid on live and silent auction items, and savor a Sunday evening at Montalvo’s historic Villa and stunning grounds.
We are deeply grateful for the incredible support of our participating restaurants, sponsors, donors, and guests, whose generosity and shared love of food, wine, and community make this event possible. Together, you help Montalvo Arts Center continue to enrich the lives of all people through the arts, right here in the heart of our community.
Magnum
Mark Jon Bluth
David & Lori Hsieh
Michelin
Citizens Bank/Jack and Jill Conner
Laura and Max Duganne
KPMG/Vijay Subramanyam and Aparna Vijay
Alejandro Aguilar and Elizabeth Wells
Barry and Jo Ariko
Lynn and Joe Pinto
Fang Pei
Dede and Roger Smullen
Chef
Marcia and Russ Hansen
Baker Tilly US, LLP
Swenson Foundation
Debbie and Ward Harriman
Cathie and Jeff Thermond
Cilker Henderson
Quito Oaks by Pinn Bros.
The Gorman Group
Beacon Pointe Advisors
Stuardo and Laurette Robles/KLA Foundation
Jean Elliott and Bob Williams
Foodie
Gilbert Vendryes and Alexandra Conway
Todd and Jenny Teresi
Armando Castellano and Andrea de Wit
Uma and Vasu Ayyer
Clayton Peters and Crysta Krames
Michelle and Mike Barsanti
Marimo Berk
Additional Support Provided by
Sally Lucas, Charmaine and Dan Warmenhoven, Gretchen and Matt DiNapoli, J. Lohr, our VIP Wine Sponsor, and George Montanari, our Wine Glass Sponsor.
Discover an exceptional collection of silent auction offerings, from original artwork and curated experiences to coveted gift certificates from celebrated wineries and restaurants. Whether you’re seeking a distinctive piece for your collection, an unforgettable tasting, or a memorable outing, these thoughtfully selected items are not to be missed.

Tastings and gift certificates from restaurants like Vicinity, Plumed Horse, ASA, Camper and Greens and from wineries like CIRQ & CHEV, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, Ballentine, Grgich Hills. and AXR.

Curated offerings feature standout experiences like SheShe Boutique & Party Helpers, The Cookie Diva, San Jose Sharks, CordeValle Golf, Campo di Bocce and House Family Vineyards.

Iwasawa Art Gallery presents an inspiring selection of original works by Lorraine Lawson, James Ong, Starr Davis, and Kihachiro Nishiura for this year’s silent auction.
Private Dining Experience with Chef Jiabo Li
Choose your Date
Donated by: Baker Tilly US, LLP



Omakase translates to “I leave it to you.” Here, it is a reflection of the chef’s relentless pursuit of perfection, nurtured through extensive study and mentorship, leading to a refined craft that embraces creativity, elevates service, expands flavor profiles, and embodies culinary distinctiveness as he shapes an epicurean journey just for you.
Enjoy an intimate omakase-style, chef-curated dining experience for up to 10 guests at Iki Omakase in downtown Palo Alto. You’ll have a front-row seat to Chef Li’s culinary creations, which use the finest globally and locally sourced ingredients, inviting you to savor and celebrate the true essence of sushi as an art form. House tea and house sake included. Dietary restrictions can be accommodated.
Date: Select a date before March 15, 2027, at either 5pm or 8pm. Reservations must be made at least one month in advance.

3 Nights on the Kanzler Estate for 8 with a Hosted Wine Tasting, Plus a Chef-Prepared Private Dinner
Date: Choose your Date (Mid-Week Stay required)
Donated by: Kanzler Vineyards






This beautiful 4-bedroom, 5.5-bath residence is on the 20-acre Kanzler Estate, encircled by spectacular views and a world-class working vineyard. Relax in the spacious two-story home and take advantage of resort-like amenities, such as the heated pool surrounded by the vines. Located just 1.5 miles from charming downtown Sebastopol in Sonoma County’s renowned Russian River Valley, it’s the perfect base for a wine country getaway to explore all that the region has to offer.
Your stay includes a hosted tasting with Alex and Breauna Kanzler. Walk the vine rows, learn about ultra-premium grape growing, and taste limited-production wines at the elegant tasting room located on the estate, just steps away from your vineyard residence. For one night, your group will also enjoy a chef-prepared private dinner.
Winemaker and Owner Alex Kanzler produces just 2,000 cases of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the western hills of Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley. The Kanzler vineyard was one of the first established in the Sebastopol Hills, planted in 1996 by the winemaker’s parents. Here, deeply stirring flavors and textures come from an interplay of Goldridge soil, Pacific Ocean fog, warm light, and coastal wind. The Kanzler Estate Vineyard is farmed using organic practices and its sought-after grapes have been featured in vineyard-designated wines by other top producers.
Note: Redeem before 9/13/2028—midweek stay required.
An Elegant Summery Evening For 30 Guests
Date: June 13, 2027
Donated by: Libby and Paul Conrado, Charmaine and Dan Warmenhoven, Mosaic Global Transportation





This beautiful evening begins at the home of Libby and Paul Conrado, with appetizers served amidst gardens they have lovingly cultivated for nearly 30 years. Explore a cabernet sauvignon vineyard, fruit and olive orchards, abundant edible gardens, and a charming courtyard beneath a canopy of sculptural plane trees.
The evening continues in Charmaine and Dan Warmenhoven’s serene Japanese garden. Before the main course indoors, take a moment to slow down. Surrounded by tranquil ponds, winding paths, and lush greenery, savor the setting and experience this peaceful retreat with all your senses.
As night falls, the evening concludes in Montalvo’s gorgeous Italianate Garden with scrumptious desserts, after-dinner libations, and a garden dance party set to the swingy, jazzy sounds of The SophistiCats.
VIP Eagles Concert Experience at Sphere with Two-Night Stay at Palazzo Las Vegas for Two
Date: January 22-24, 2027



Experience the Eagles as you’ve never seen—or heard—them before!
On Saturday night, you and a guest will enjoy premium reserved seats in Section 307, with priority access to Sphere, the revolutionary venue where immersive, wraparound visuals meet state-of-the-art concert audio. Before the show, visit a recreation of the historic West Hollywood club The Troubadour inside Third Encore at The Venetian Las Vegas, and take home exclusive commemorative keepsakes, including a collectible Eagles laminate and lanyard.
Your two-night getaway includes a Luxury King Suite with a Sphere View at The Palazzo at The Venetian Resort—the only resort directly connected to Sphere—putting you just a short walk from the evening’s main event. You’ll also receive luxury motor coach transportation to and from the airport and a $500 airline credit to help get you there.
All that’s left to do is pack your bags for an extraordinary weekend of luxury, music, and Vegas spectacle.
Note: Concert is on Saturday, Jan. 23, 2027
3 Nights and 2 Rounds of Golf for Two
Date: Choose Your Date
Donated by: Sally Lucas, Maddi Lucas Oman



Tee it up where the game meets the sea. This package includes a three-night stay with a partial-ocean view at the Lodge at Pebble Beach, plus a round of golf for two at the iconic Pebble Beach Golf Links and a round for two at Spyglass Hill—two of the most celebrated courses in the world, set against the dramatic Pacific coastline. To toast your getaway, you’ll also receive a magnum of Roederer Champagne. Whether you’re chasing your best round or just soaking in the views, this is bucket-list golf at its finest.
Note: Use before 9/30/2027; after this date, you may be subject to payment of any subsequent rate increases.
Twelve Seats. Six Pours. One Legendary Table.
Date: January 23, 2027
Donated by: Sazerac Prestige Portfolio and Le Papillon






Your chance to discover the most highly allocated bottles of The Last Drop—valued up to $10,500 each—gathered in one place, for one night only at Montalvo
An evening of rarity and refinement awaits. You and 11 guests will join Drew Mayville, Master Distiller for Buffalo Trace, in tasting six of the world’s rarest spirits—with values ranging up to $10,500—inside Montalvo’s historic Villa.
Your evening begins with a welcome cocktail in the Library, followed by a guided tasting journey through these extraordinary pours, brought to life by Drew’s insight and storytelling. The night finishes with a delicious dinner crafted by Le Papillon. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that will never be repeated.
The Last Drop Distillers are single-minded about their mission: to seek out and collect remarkable spirits from around the globe, unfettered by house style or spirits category. There might only be enough liquid for a handful of bottles, but this is a quest for quality over quantity. Guided by expert ‘noses’, a life-long love of the finest spirits and a little help from numerous friends across the worlds of Wine & Spirits, The Last Drop draws a very strict line between the great and the merely good

At the Home of Marcia and Russ Hansen
Date: Saturday, Jan 16, 2027
Donated by: Marcia & Russ Hansen; Peter Thompson of Andrew Geoffrey Vineyards; Geoff Thompson & Tina Marino


Enjoy an extraordinary culinary experience at the beautiful home of Marcia and Russ Hansen, featuring a food-and-wine-paired dinner by contemporary guest chefs Geoff Thompson and Tina Marino (from Michelin-starred Blackbird Restaurant in Chicago, current co-owners of curated private dining business From Us) and highlighting the stunning cabernet sauvignon wines of Andrew GeoffreyVineyards (Diamond Mountain, Napa Valley).
For 24 Couples
Date: Sunday, August 15, 2027
Donated by: Libby and Paul Conrado; Colleen Conrado Ferguson


Raise a glass to an unforgettable evening at the breathtaking Montalvo Arts Center! This exclusive experience invites you and your guests behind the scenes for a private wine bottling party and elegant dinner at one of Silicon Valley’s most treasured cultural landmarks. Co-hosted by winery proprietors and Montalvo patrons Colleen Conrado Ferguson and her winemaker father Paul Conrado, this hands-on celebration offers a rare opportunity to bottle your own wine with your own custom label. The Conrado Cellars cabernet sauvignon you will be bottling is a follow-up vintage to the previous vintages’ double gold medal wine. After the bottling experience, gather for a special dinner provided by Macarena of Palo Alto on the beautiful veranda overlooking this historic estate, where exceptional wine, delicious cuisine, and warm hospitality come together for a truly memorable evening.
As a lasting reminder of this extraordinary experience, each guest will take home six bottles of the wine they helped bottle and label themselves. Whether you are a wine enthusiast, a supporter of the arts, or simply someone who appreciates remarkable experiences, this is a chance to create lasting memories in a setting second to none.
An extraordinary gathering of Bay Area restaurants—including acclaimed Michelin-starred culinary leaders—will come together for The Art of Food and Wine at Montalvo, creating a luminous day of vibrant flavors, joyful connection, and the unforgettable magic of gathering in a beautiful place.
From the Santa Cruz Mountains all the way to Napa, exceptional wineries will pour some of California’s finest wines at The Art of Food and Wine at Montalvo, inviting guests to savor a tasting experience rich with elegance, discovery, and the pleasure of coming together at this amazing event.