StarChefs.com Rising Stars Revue

StarChefs.com, the online magazine for culinary insiders, chooses four American cities in which to honor Rising Star culinary pros each year. The Rising Star Awards recognize up-and-coming chefs, pastry chefs, sommeliers and mixologists from around the country who represent future leaders of the national culinary scene. More than 90 San Francisco Bay Area candidates were considered via in-person tastings and interviews. The walk-around tasting gala will feature signature savory dishes, desserts and cocktails presented by the 2010 Rising Star winners: Chefs: Matthew Accarrino, SPQR John Paul Carmona, Manresa Maximilian DiMare, Wood Tavern Louis Maldonado, Aziza Thomas McNaughton, Flour + Water Scott Nishiyama, Chez TJ Pastry Chefs: Melissa Chou, Aziza Catherine Schimenti, MICHAEL MINA Mixologists: Erick Castro, Rickhouse Brian MacGregor, Jardinière Sommelier: Sarah Valor, Commis Concept: Joshua Skenes, Saison Restaurateur: Shelley Lindgren, A16 and SPQR Hotel Chef: Josh Thomsen, The Claremont Hotel Club & Spa