SHIFTING THE LENS
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH HEALDSBURG
WINE & FOOD EXPERIENCE
This year, Shifting the Lens, our award-winning culinary series, returns with an exciting partnership with Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience. Together, we’re bringing Shifting the Lens guest Chef Michael Reed and his partner Kwini Reed to the Bubble Room to present a multi-course pairing menu through the lens of a biracial chef: marrying Southern influences from the foodways of the Black south with Chef Reed’s California upbringing and locally sourced ingredients.
Each course will be thoughtfully paired with our acclaimed sparkling and varietal wines, enhancing flavors and inviting you to rethink the art of wine and food pairing. This is more than a dinner — it’s an experience that will delight your palate and ignite your senses. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to enjoy culinary artistry and world-class wines while fostering community and connectivity in the heart of Sonoma County.
Shifting the Lens x Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience
Saturday, May 17 | 6:00 – 9:00 pm
$250 per person
At the J Vineyards & Winery Bubble Room
About Chef Michael
& Kwini Reed
In the heart of Anaheim, California, Chef Michael Reed, a culinary virtuoso with
two decades of experience and a James Beard Best Chef West nominee, and
his partner Kwini Reed, a Southern California native with a passion for culinary
excellence, an eye for aesthetics, and a talent for curating experiences, have
joined forces to create an extraordinary culinary experience at their Michelin
Guide-recommended restaurant.
Chef Michael Reed’s culinary journey spans prestigious kitchens on both coasts,
including New York and Los Angeles, where he honed his craft and earned
recognition for his culinary prowess. As an Executive Chef and restaurant
owner, he brings a wealth of culinary wisdom and a commitment to farm-to-table
cuisine rooted in his upbringing and education at the Culinary Institute
of America in New York. Chef Reed’s influence extends beyond the kitchen; he
has made appearances on Food Network shows like “Alex Vs. America Season
2 Episode 2” and is set to dazzle in the upcoming season of “Tournament of
Champions.”
Kwini Reed, a dynamic force in her own right, serves as a board member for
the California Restaurant Association. She is known for her eye for aesthetics
and talent for curating exceptional dining experiences. Her involvement with
prestigious organizations like James Beard’s Women Entrepreneurial Leadership
and her active role in Regarding Her, a national non-profit empowering
women-identifying food and drink entrepreneurs, demonstrates her
commitment to culinary excellence and community engagement.
Chef Michael and Kwini Reed have created a flourishing culinary gem in
Anaheim celebrating California’s seasonal bounty, farm-to-table ethos, and
the shared commitment to making a positive impact.
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From first access to event tickets, Club J members receive exclusive benefits
for events and experiences.
A LOOK BACK AT SHIFTING THE LENS
Since 2022, Shifting the Lens has shone a spotlight on cuisines and perspectives historically overlooked in the wine culinary space. With the help of acclaimed guest chefs from diverse backgrounds, Shifting the Lens hit a milestone last year by winning the Sonoma County Tourism Innovation Award, acknowledging our work to develop an inclusive atmosphere and promote a greater level of diversity in all aspects of the wine industry.
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