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Welcome to the Key West Food & Wine Festival - Meet our Featured Talent 2026

One Realty One Group

About Stacey

Growing up in the mountains of Northern New Jersey, Stacy had no idea that a fun family vacation to the Florida Keys would change her life. Her parents purchased a vacation home in Big Pine Key and then soon after, sold their business and moved permanently to the islands. After a brief stint away while Stacy was a buyer for major department stores, the pull of the islands was so strong that she and her family returned and are firmly planted and woven into the fabric of Key West. As a Global Real Estate Advisor, exceptional service and knowledge are the cornerstones of her business. Specializing in residential and small commercial properties in Key West and the Florida Keys for the last 19 years, Stacy is consistently recognized as a top producer and leader in the real estate industry. She is a member of the Florida Realtor Honor Society and was recognized as the 2018 Realtor of the Year for the Key West Association of Realtors. As an involved leader, Stacy is engaged in the issues affecting property rights and homeownership not only in Florida but throughout our country. At home, she is a fierce supporter of local charities and enjoys spending time with her family.

Great Events Catering

Chef /Owner~David Fuhrman

Executive Chef~Kenardo Williams / CHEF KENNY

The Florida Keys Premier Caterer

Growing up in a food driven world since his childhood, Chef David has always known he was destined to be in the food service industry. In high school, he joined an adult vocational school where he was awarded student of the year for the class of 94’ using the skills he had gathered from early training. From there Chef David went on to att

Growing up in a food driven world since his childhood, Chef David has always known he was destined to be in the food service industry. In high school, he joined an adult vocational school where he was awarded student of the year for the class of 94’ using the skills he had gathered from early training. From there Chef David went on to attend Paul Smith’s College in Paul Smith, New York, in the field of Culinary Arts. After an aggressive two-year curriculum, he was one of 30 total graduates to finish the program. His culinary education & experience have taken him to such places as Kent Country Club in Grand Rapids Michigan, Tavern on the Creek & the Hilton Resort on Hilton Head Island, and Nantucket Island at the Straight Wharf Restaurant and Harbor House Hotel.  

In 2001 Chef David went from north to south, from one island to another. After working in a large market, the chef’s focus changed to local and sustainable with fresh fish and local flavor in the Florida Keys. Chef David’s local experience includes Key West’s most renown restaurants: Hot Tin Roof, Antonia’s, La Te Da, A&B Lobster House, and the Conch Republic Seafood Company.  

As Chef/Owner of Great Events Catering, Chef David continues to apply his professional experience, personalized service, creative flavor profiles and unique presentations, to elevate his Key West catering company to the next level.

The Florida Keys Premier Caterer

Executive Chef~Kenardo Williams / CHEF KENNY

The Florida Keys Premier Caterer

Great Events Catering is a premiere Key West catering company with over 40 years combined experience planning and executing private and social events in the Florida Keys.

 Our specialties include wedding catering, corporate events catering, social events catering,  private chef catering, yacht and boat charter catering, and pretty much any

Great Events Catering is a premiere Key West catering company with over 40 years combined experience planning and executing private and social events in the Florida Keys.

 Our specialties include wedding catering, corporate events catering, social events catering,  private chef catering, yacht and boat charter catering, and pretty much any other special event you can think of!

reception table covered with flowers and decor

Known for our customized menus, delicious gourmet food, and flawless execution, Great Events is more than just a catering company - we’re a customized chef experience.  From bruleed 3-cheese smokey mac n’ cheese, to caviar tapenade on a homemade crouton, each of our customized Key West catering menu items has an upscale twist and highlights fresh, local ingredients.

Because of our Key West location and trusted service, Great Events Catering is recognized as a preferred partner for the top Florida Keys venues.  Our knowledge and experience of the flow of events at each location, combined with trusted partnerships with local vendors, ensure your event is seamless from start to finish.

Allow us to create a culinary experience unlike any other, so you can enjoy your event stress free. Our variety of catering menu options can be uniquely customized to include family recipes, local flare, or cuisines from nationalities all around the world.

Our commitment to elegance, quality, and personalized service is what makes Great Events Catering one of the top caterers in the Florida Keys. Contact us today to learn more about our Key West catering services, customizable catering menu options, experience, and more.  We look forward to hearing from you!

Executive Chef~Kenardo Williams / CHEF KENNY

Executive Chef~Kenardo Williams / CHEF KENNY

Executive Chef~Kenardo Williams / CHEF KENNY

Born and raised on the spectacular island of Jamaica. 

A graduate of the HEART College of Hospitality and Tourism.  Chef Kenny brings a wealth of knowledge, techniques and people skills as he joins the Great Events Catering team in the capacity as Executive Chef.

His experience, love of food and cuisine has taken him on a tour of Shoreham, 

Born and raised on the spectacular island of Jamaica. 

A graduate of the HEART College of Hospitality and Tourism.  Chef Kenny brings a wealth of knowledge, techniques and people skills as he joins the Great Events Catering team in the capacity as Executive Chef.

His experience, love of food and cuisine has taken him on a tour of Shoreham, Middlebury, and Burlington in Vermont and New York.  After some time in the northeast Kenny decided to head to the southernmost city where he worked with the Marker Hotel, relaunching their kitchen and banquet department, Oceans Edge Resort and Marina assisting with the relaunch of their restaurant and then the Perry Hotel working under the guidance of Executive Chef Graham Daley and Jon Mitchell.

Kenny is married to wife Christina and they both share a beautiful daughter Sebene. 

Eaton Good

Chef /Owner~Patrick Miller

Chef /Owner~Chris D’Ignazi

Chef /Owner~Patrick Miller

Our Philosophy

Chef /Owner~Chris D’Ignazi

Chef /Owner~Patrick Miller

Chef /Owner~Chris D’Ignazi

Chef /Owner~Chris D’Ignazi

Chef /Owner~Chris D’Ignazi

Hyatt Centric Resort & Spa

Executive Chef~Leandro Minelli

We’re thrilled to welcome Chef Leandro “Leo” Minelli as our new Executive Chef at @hyattcentrickw 🍽️

With over 15 years of global culinary expertise, Chef Leo brings his passion and creativity to our slice of paradise. From Argentina to Key West, his journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Get ready to experience Chef Leo’s culi

We’re thrilled to welcome Chef Leandro “Leo” Minelli as our new Executive Chef at @hyattcentrickw 🍽️

With over 15 years of global culinary expertise, Chef Leo brings his passion and creativity to our slice of paradise. From Argentina to Key West, his journey has been nothing short of extraordinary.

Get ready to experience Chef Leo’s culinary magic at Four Flamingos, A Richard Blais Key West Kitchen and Blue Mojito. His commitment to sustainability and local flavors promises an unforgettable dining experience.

Four Flamingos

Four Flamingos

Our Featured Winemakers 2026

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Master Somellier Elizabeth Schweitzer

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Featured Winemakers 2024

Cecilia Enriquez

Cecilia Enriquez

Cecilia Enriquez

Cecilia Enriquez – Enriquez Estate Wines


 Cecilia grew up in New Jersey, without any background in wine. 

But when Cecilia and her family visited California in 2009, 

she immediately fell in love with wine country. 


Upon losing her job at Wells Fargo during the recession, she decided to throw caution to the wind and move to California to start a wine brand in her family’s name. 


Attaching herself to anyone who would teach her, she quickly learned the craft and began winning awards for her wines. 


Now on her 13th vintage as winemaker, Cecilia has honed her skills and begun experimenting with varietals not usually found in the Russian River area and winemaking practices not commonly implemented in the United States. 


She is all about pushing the envelope and feels that her unique entry into winemaking empowers her to think outside the box.

THE VIRGILI BROS

Cecilia Enriquez

Cecilia Enriquez

THE VIRGILI BROS - El Bandarra


The Virgili are three young, enthusiast, creative, spontaneous and above all, drink and food-loving  brothers. 


They’re perfect triangle: Jordi, the older brother, takes care of the elaboration. 


Alex, one of the twins, leads the business and trade, and 


Albert is head of marketing and creativity. 


Together, they intend to stir up the beverage industry creating brands which are different, honest, and over all, fun.


WATCH THE VIDEO

https://elbandarra.com/en/our-story/

Clara Canals

Cecilia Enriquez

Clara Canals

Clara Canals - Bodegas Ysios


has a degree in Biology and Biochemistry at the University of Navarra in Pamplona. 


Her passion for oenology led her to pursue an European Master in 

Oenology and Viticulture in Montpellier. 


After her experience abroad, which allowed her to discover different techniques and winemaking processes, and her work at Bodegas Campo Viejo with Elena Adell, she joined Bodegas Ysios with a clear objective: 


looking at every detail from the vineyard, enabling craft remarkable wines.

Chef David Fuhrman

Chef Jennifer Cornell

Chef Jennifer Cornell

As Chef/Owner of Great Events Catering, David is excited about taking all of his professional experience, personalized service, creative flavor profiles, unique presentations and resources to elevate this established Key West business to the next level.

Chef Jennifer Cornell

Chef Jennifer Cornell

Chef Jennifer Cornell

SMALL CHEF AT LARGE CATERING

Classically trained chef Jennifer Cornell AKA The Small Chef at Large graduated from New England Culinary Institute in 1993. Originally from Vermont, she has been travelling throughout the Caribbean, Central America, and the Florida Keys for 22 years cultivating her craft within these countries.

Miss Cornell has pursued her love of the seas working as a chef on a luxury live aboard yacht throughout the Caribbean also.

Small Chef at Large Catering , a full service catering company, opened its doors in 2001 and has been successfully catering to the Keys since then.

Chef Martin Liz

Chef Jennifer Cornell

Chef Martin Liz

Key West Personal Chef: 


Servicing from Key West to Key Largo, Rhode Island to Chattanooga, Texas, Bahamas and Cuba… and everything in between.

Chef Layla Barr

Chef Eniko Banks & Wine Specialist Kiki

Chef Martin Liz

GATHER & NOURISH




Event Designer Francesca DeFranchis

Chef Eniko Banks & Wine Specialist Kiki

Chef Eniko Banks & Wine Specialist Kiki

Francesca is from Rome Italy and presently lives in New York City.


“It is my biggest challenge offering you the perfect balance, between history, the passion for cooking, the pleasure of eating, and the world of traveling.”

Chef Eniko Banks & Wine Specialist Kiki

Chef Eniko Banks & Wine Specialist Kiki

Chef Eniko Banks & Wine Specialist Kiki

THE GARDEN CAFE

If you are wondering about the best places to eat in key west to have breakfast, lunch, and snacks menu of fresh, tasty, and healthy breakfast items. Indulge in the perfect blend of comfort and flavor at The Gradern Cafe - where every sip and bite takes you on a delicious journey. 

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Chef Pietro Consorti ~ Executive Chef at The Hyatt Centric Hotel & Resort

Read Chef's Bio Here

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Featured Winemakers 2020

Karen Steinwachs

Karen Steinwachs

Karen Steinwachs

BUTTONWOOD WINERY & VINEYARD

Many of us say we’d like to give up our regular job to follow a dream, but few of us ever reach the point when we forsake the progress we’ve made in one career to start all over in another. Every once in a while, though, you meet someone who has done just that- like our winemaker Karen Steinwachs.

Fidencio Flores

Karen Steinwachs

Karen Steinwachs

Fidencio is a New Age vintner with an Old World understanding thanks to the prestigious mentors he studied with over the years. Having been nurtured in the Santa Ynez Valley, he has a desire to merge the Old with the New, believing that an innovative combination allows for the best wines. 


More about Fidencio

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This ticket will not be replaced, refunded or exchanged for any reason whatsoever.

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