About us

Our cocktail program combines classic Italian inspiration with local, seasonal ingredients to create innovative and refreshing adult beverages. From expertly crafted Negronis to unique Oregon-inspired concoctions, each cocktail is designed to enhance your dining experience with bold flavors and creative twists.

Chef Thomas Ghinazzi was introduced to culinary arts as a kid by his Italian grandfather, a lifelong butcher and shop owner. He grew up in Davenport Iowa and developed a passion for culinary arts while in high school  working at the local country club under the direction of chef James Preszler who pushed him to go to the CIA hyde Park in New York.

After graduating from the Culinary Institute in Hyde Park, NY in 2009, he became the Head Chef at Asolare on St. John in the US Virgin Islands. During his time there he received many local awards and acclaim. Relocating to Chicago in 2011, Chef Ghinazzi spent time in the kitchen as Sous Chef at the Michelin star restaurant Crofton on Wells and as Poissonier at Sprout.

At an externship during his schooling at Thomas Keller’s Ad Hoc in Yountville, he fell in love with working and living in wine country. After gaining experience in top restaurants around the country, he identified the Willamette Valley as the wine country destination that most interested him. He was excited by the high quality produce, mushrooms and variety of local products the region offers- not to mention the incredible wines.