Press & Recognition

A decade of recognition across Napa Valley's wine industry

From magazine features to winery partnerships — a look at where Chef Rafael's work has been seen.

Boisset Collection Raymond Estate ONEHOPE Winery Estate8 Napa Valley Life
Magazine Feature

Napa Valley Life Magazine

Profiled as Boisset Collection's Executive Chef, the feature traces Rafael's self-taught path to mastering French technique without formal culinary training — sourcing seasonally, cooking for proprietor Jean-Charles Boisset's personal dinners, and earning a level of creative trust rare in a private kitchen.

"Jean-Charles trusts and believes in me."

On Screen

Watch Chef Rafael in action

Co-host of Boisset Collection's pandemic-era virtual cooking series with proprietor Jean-Charles Boisset, building a public following through shared recipes and technique.

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Industry Recognition

Welcomed across Napa Valley's wine industry

As Seen on Instagram · @onehope
As Seen on Instagram · @onehopewinery

Recognized by Estate8

Chef Rafael's work has also been recognized by Estate8, adding to a growing circle of Napa Valley wine-industry venues that have welcomed him into their kitchens and events.

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