DiRōNA In Napa 2024
Monday, Sept 9th & Tuesday, September 10th
Join fellow awarded restaurateurs and experience Napa as a VIP!
DiRōNA is excited to announce our 2024 annual event, taking place September 9th and 10th in the beautiful Napa Valley, California. Our venue will be the luxurious River Terrace Inn.
Join us for exclusive wine tours and private dinners with Napa’s most renowned winemakers. Experience lunch aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train, and a Gala Dinner prepared by DiRōNA Hall of Fame Member, Chef Ken Frank of La Toque.
Space is limited, so be sure to purchase your tickets below.
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Late Afternoon – Welcome Reception at the River Terrace Inn, the Napa Valley Vintners association will be presenting 10 new Napa Valley Wineries who will be providing us with an afternoon tasting.
Dinner – Experience an intimate private dinner at Napa Valley’s most renowned wineries, where attendees will enjoy an exclusive evening with a small group alongside the owners and winemakers
Tuesday, September 10th
Breakfast – Savor an exquisite breakfast with fellow attendees at the River Terrace Inn, nestled on the picturesque banks of the Napa River
Morning – Fireside chat with DiRōNA founders and Hall of Fame members Ted Balestreri and Chef Bert Cutino of The Sardine Factory, as they share insights from over 50 years of success in the restaurant industry
Lunch – Enjoy lunch aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train as we journey to a private wine tasting at Grgich Hills Estate
Afternoon – Exclusive winery tours & private tastings at Napa’s most premier wineries
Dinner – Join us for a Gala Dinner by Chef Ken Frank at La Toque, featuring Ray Signorello of the Signorello Estate, as we celebrate the 2024 DiRōNA Hall of Fame Induction presented by Ecolab
Price – $1,350 USD per person
Riverfront Accommodations
Sink into a relaxed oasis, perched above the Napa River in a luxurious guest room or suite. Event discounted rates beginning at $329 per night.
Network with fellow DiRōNA Awarded Restaurateurs and Industry Experts
Visit Award Winning Wineries and tour Napa's Culinary Institute of America
Enjoy the River Terrace Inn accommodations with walking distance to Downtown Napa
FAQ’S
What is included with each ticket?
The DiRoNA in Napa event ticket includes food and beverage, as well as transportation to and from our excursions.
Accomodations and transportation to and from the airport are not included.
What if we have food alergies?
Please inform Scott Breard by email scott@dirona.com of any food allergies and we will inform the kitchen at each location.
In 2018, my wife, Renie, and I attended the DiRoNA event in Napa. Though I have traveled to Napa on several wine tastings, this trip was special.
The hotel they selected was first class. The welcome reception was warm and inviting. Having the opportunity to meet with some of the top independent restaurant owners and operators from around the country was truly inspirational. Because of DiRoNA’s status we were recognized as honored VIP’s at virtually every winery and restaurant we entered.
Each day offered a variety of opportunities to have private tours at many of the area’s renowned wineries. There were also educational opportunities. The one I found most fascinating was a presentation on “Truffles” presented by Chef, Ken Frank. His knowledge and range of expertise on the topic was outstanding. He spoke on everything from when to buy, how to buy, how to identify quality, how to store, and how much to use. All of which I may not have felt comfortable asking anyone before the presentation. It was enlightening.
The farewell dinner was another outstanding event. The hors d’oeuvres were immaculately prepared, presented, and plentiful. The cocktails and wine were virtually overflowing. Mr. Koerner Rombauer hosted the wines for each course, including rare and limited editions.
As I look back at the gathering, I grew in knowledge of products and services available through DiRoNA membership. However, I gained the most from meeting members, hearing their stories, and knowing that I am part of a very select group of individuals who have toiled to develop their own special restaurant set apart from others. People who endeavor to bring joy.