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Sunday Supper with Casey Thompson
8/10/25
Chef Casey began her culinary career in her home state of Texas; she worked under celebrity chef Dean Fearing at Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek, one of Texas’ most revered dining destinations. After finishing as a finalist and earning the “Fan Favorite” title on the third season of Top Chef, Casey set her sights on far flung horizons. She traveled the world, learning new techniques in places like Thailand and Argentina. She became the American ambassador for an Argentinian Malbec and cooked her way through wine country, learning the art of pairing freshly farmed foods with terroir-driven wines. We are honored to collaborate with Chef Casey and thrilled to have you join us for a fantastic event!
This special evening features a thoughtfully curated menu paired with rare, expressive vintages from Phifer Pavitt Vineyards + Winery—a boutique Napa Valley producer known for sustainable practices, powerful storytelling, and wines you won’t find just anywhere. We can’t wait to share the story behind each bottle with you. Wines will be available for purchase, and this is your chance to add something truly special to your cellar.
Sunday Supper with Kelsey Barnard Clark
8/24/25
Chef Kelsey Barnard Clark is a Gulf‑born culinary dynamo from Dothan, Alabama, celebrated as the first Southerner and only fan‑favorite to win Bravo’s Top Chef (Season 16). A Culinary Institute of America graduate, she honed her savory and pastry skills in Michelin-reviewed kitchens in New York City—under Chef Gavin Kaysen at Café Boulud and John Fraser at Dovetail. Known for her refined Southern‑French cuisine rooted in family traditions and seasonal ingredients, Kelsey garnered national acclaim through Top Chef and cultivated a loyal following via frequent appearances on Food Network shows like Guy’s Grocery Games, Tournament of Champions, Chopped, and Bobby's Triple Threat. A 2024 James Beard semifinalist for Best Chef: South, and author of two cookbooks—including Southern Get‑Togethers—Clark brings warmth, hospitality, and thoughtful technique to every plate she crafts. You don't want to miss this memorable Sunday Supper!
SOLD OUTSunday Supper with Joe Sasto
11/09/25
Chef Joe Sasto is a celebrated culinary talent known for his handmade pasta mastery, Michelin-starred kitchen pedigree, and charismatic presence on national television. After forgoing culinary school, he rose through some of the country’s most prestigious kitchens, including Quince and Lazy Bear in San Francisco, helping both earn additional Michelin stars. A Top Chef finalist and All-Stars competitor—affectionately known as “Mustache Joe”—he has also won Chopped and become a familiar face on Guy’s Grocery Games and Tournament of Champions. Beyond the screen, Sasto is the creator of Tantos (a puffed pasta chip), co-founder of Ripi Foods (a gourmet frozen pasta company), and is currently developing his first cookbook. Known for blending classical technique with playful innovation, Joe brings precision, passion, and a deep respect for ingredients to every plate he creates. Don't miss this unforgettable collaboration!
PAST Events
Sunday Supper with Maria Mazon
7/13/25
Chef Maria Mazon is a celebrated culinary talent known for her inventive approach to Sonoran cuisine and her vibrant presence in the culinary world. Born in Tucson, Arizona, and raised in Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico, she draws inspiration from both sides of the border to create dishes that honor her heritage while embracing innovation. Her culinary prowess gained national attention when she became a finalist on Season 18 of Bravo’s Top Chef: Portland, where she impressed judges with her leadership and creativity, notably winning the prestigious Restaurant Wars challenge. Maria has also appeared on Food Network’s Chopped and has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, National Geographic, and USA Today. We hope you will join us in welcoming Chef Maria to our Valley and Fiamma!
Sunday Supper with Karen Akunowicz
6/08/25
Fiamma welcomes Chef Karen Akunowicz as our first guest chef in our Fiamma and Friends Sunday Supper series. Chef Karen Akunowicz is a celebrity chef, restauranteur and the 2018 James Beard Foundation Award winner for Best Chef: Northeast. In 2020 her debut restaurant Fox & the Knife was a James Beard Award finalist for Best New Restaurant in America. Chef Akunowicz is a well-known television personality as a fan favorite on Bravo TV’s Emmy-nominated show “Top Chef” (seasons Season 13 as well as “All-Stars”). She is a rising star on The Food Network’s “Tournament of Champions 3-5 and has appeared as a judge on Top Chef, Top Chef Canada, America’s Worst Cooks, Guy’s Grocery Games and America’s Test Kitchen Next Generation. She is a recurring Judge on “Beat Bobby Flay”. Chef Karen Akunowicz has not only left an indelible mark on the culinary world with her innovative and flavorful approach to cooking, but she is now sharing her culinary expertise with home cooks everywhere. We are honored to welcome Chef Karen and hope you will join us for this unforgettable multi-course event.
