Napa Valley Auction

Raise your paddle at one of our Napa 90/90 events or bid by proxy if you are unable to attend, and take home an original painting by Jacques, or win a unique lot that few ever have the chance to experience. Your bids support free culinary skills training through community based organizations that help individuals detatched from the workforce gain confidence, skills and employment in food service. Whether in person or by proxy bid, bid high and bid often! We thank you.

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Auction Items

For those unable to attend the dinner, proxy bids will be taken.

Jacques Pépin painting, "A Perfect Pairing"

How do you make an original contemporary painting by Jacques Pépin twice as extraordinary? By having it hand etched and painted on a 5-liter Jeroboam of Amuse Bouche wine by renowned winemaker Heidi Barrett. The wine, crafted in the Pomerol style, is a blend of 92% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc from the Amuse Bouche vineyards in the east Rutherford Hills in Napa Valley. Both the painting and the bottle are signed by Jacques in this truly spectacular, one-of-a-kind offering.

This lot will be auctioned at the TORC dinner on Thursday, October 23, 2025. Please note: Proxy bids for this lot must be received no later than Monday, October 20th at 5:00 pm PST.

Poulet de Bresse

Chickens are a reoccurring theme in Jacques’ portfolio. He captures the character of the birds with his signature sense of charm and whimsy. Poulet de Bresse evokes his memories of France, where these beautiful, exceptionally flavorful chickens are prized. The fluffy white feathers, red cockscomb and blue feet are reminiscent of the French Flag!

This original acrylic painting on paper, framed with museum-quality glass, will be auctioned at the The Art of Being Jacques event on Thursday, October 30th. Please note: Proxy bids for this lot must be received no later than Monday, October 27th at 5:00 pm PST.

Edge of Wood

Jacques is a lover of the woods, whether it’s the woods behind his Connecticut home or the forests where he forages for his favorite mushrooms after a rain with his beloved French poodle, Gaston. Jacques memorializes some of his favorite times in this original, signed and dated acrylic painting on canvas.

This painting will be auctioned as a silent auction item at the dinner at Cyrus on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. Please note: Proxy bids for this lot must be received no later than Sunday, October 26th at 5:00 pm PST.

Paris le Plaza Brigade

Jacques remembers his early years at the stove in this extraordinary depiction of the kitchen of the world-famous Le Plaza Athénée during the 1950s, when he left home to work in Paris. The brigade is a hierarchical system that organizes a professional kitchen staff and Jacques started at the bottom. He said “…this was a kitchen unlike any I’d worked in or ever would work in again. I felt like some kid from the minors finally striding onto the turf of Yankee Stadium.”

This original acrylic painting on paper, framed with museum-quality glass, will be auctioned in the live auction at Le Grand Pique-Nique, Saturday, October 25, 2025. Please note: Proxy bids for this lot must be received no later than Wednesday, October 22th at 5:00 pm PST.

Villa San Lorenzo

6 night/7 day stay for up to 12 guests

Enter a world unto itself at Villa San Lorenzo, a stunningly restored 17th-century stone villa with luxurious accommodations nestled on 14 acres in the Alta Langa hills of Piedmont, Italy, with views of rolling mountains and the Italian Alps from your deck, swimming pool, and al Fresco dining area.

The villa boasts six bedrooms each with private full bathrooms, a chef’s kitchen with everything you need to cook amazing meals. The salon has floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors, a traditional dining table which seats up to 12, and an upstairs with a second-floor living room overlooking the courtyard. Wi-Fi and air conditioning is in every bedroom of the Villa.

Cook in your own professional kitchen or try your hand at making pizza in the traditional wood-fired brick oven. The property is just minutes from town with authentic restaurants and specialty artisanal food and wine shops. This is a spectacular location from which to explore the world-famous Barolo and Barbaresco wine regions.

Reservations on agreed-upon dates through December 1, 2026

This lot will be auctioned in the live auction at Le Grand Pique-Nique, Saturday, October 25, 2025. Please note: Proxy bids for this lot must be received no later than Wednesday, October 22th at 5:00 pm PST.

The Ultimate Culinary Outdoor Experience by Hestan

Fire up flavor and craftsmanship with this extraordinary Hestan package, perfect for those who take their outdoor cooking seriously. This exclusive lot features the 36″ Hestan Outdoor Deluxe Gas Grill with Double Side Burner — a powerhouse of precision, performance, and award-winning design. Made in the USA and built from heavy-gauge stainless steel, this luxury gas grill includes motion-activated Stadium Lights™, a powerful rotisserie, and DiamondCut™ grates for the ultimate sear. And to make it your own, the winning bidder will select their preferred finish from Hestan’s signature palette of 12 bold colors — ensuring your outdoor kitchen is as stunning as it is functional.

To complete the experience, you’ll also receive a curated selection of Hestan cookware and accessories — including grill-safe NanoBond® Molecular Titanium cookware, OvenBond ovenware, Provisions accessories, and a Hestan Market Tote for stylish, everyday utility. Whether you’re hosting under the stars or perfecting the art of the backyard feast, this package brings Michelin-grade performance straight to your patio.

Donated by: Hestan