Chef Derek Howard graduated from the Culinary Institute of America almost three decades ago and he has been creating outstanding cuisine ever since.

He has trained under Chef Michael Chairello in Napa Valley California, Chef Jimella Lucas in Nahcotta Washington, and Chef Alessandro Stratta at the Phoenician Resort in Scottsdale Arizona. All of these distinguished chefs have passed along their knowledge of wine, creativity of cooking, and their mastery of guest service.

Chef Derek brings three decades of culinary training and practical expertise to each event.