This Event Is Sold Out
Chefs, vintners, and friends from the Bay Area are thrilled to welcome Jacques Pépin to the Napa and Sonoma Valleys for an 11-day celebration of his 90th birthday. While this event has sold out, there are still plenty of opportunities to join us in honoring this extraordinary chef, artist, teacher and friend.
See all Napa eventsOn November 1, 2025, Chef Thomas Keller will host an intimate dinner at The French Laundry in honor of Jacques Pépin and in support of the Jacques Pépin Foundation, as part of our 90/90 Celebration Series. The evening promises extraordinary hospitality in service of a purpose far greater than the meal itself—honoring a legacy of teaching with the greatest culinary educators of our time.
The French Laundry has generously committed the proceeds to the Jacques Pépin Foundation to help increase access to free culinary and life skills training in Community Kitchens nationwide. These programs equip individuals with the tools to grow both personally and professionally, contribute meaningfully to their communities, and build confidence for a fulfilling future and career.
The Jacques Pépin Foundation believes that cooking is not only a vital life skill but also a powerful means of connection and dignity. This special evening embodies what we hold true: when people gather around food with intention, everyone has a seat at the table.
Please Note: Tickets for the event will go on sale on July 1 at 10:00 AM PST and may be purchased here at that time.
The proceeds will benefit the Jacques Pépin Foundation. By purchasing a ticket, you contribute to life-changing culinary education initiatives. We sincerely appreciate your generous support. Your generosity helps sustain a legacy of opportunity, mentorship and community.
Photo credits: Michael Grimm
