About this Event
A celebration of California-inspired cuisine, Virginia wine, and Southern hospitality in Charlottesville, VA.
Join acclaimed chef, cookbook author, and television personality at in downtown Charlottesville for a special evening of food, wine, and conversation as part of .
Inspired by Chef Holland's celebrated cookbook, California Soul, this intimate culinary experience brings together the flavors of California and the wines of Virginia's Monticello American Viticultural Area (AVA).
Your $20 ticket includes:
- Four California Soul-inspired bites prepared by The Doyle's chef using recipes from Tanya Holland's cookbook.
- wine tasting featuring wines from three local Virginia wineries, with winery representatives sharing the stories behind each wine.
- Meet & greet with Chef Tanya Holland, celebrating her culinary journey and the inspiration behind California Soul.
Additional experiences:
Wines by the glass and bottle will be available for purchase at The Doyle's bar. Guests can also purchase signed copies of California Soul through Charlottesville's
Event Details
Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
Time: 5:00–6:30 PM
Location: The Doyle Hotel, Downtown Charlottesville, Virginia
Tickets: $20 per person
California Soul Meets Virginia Wine
From California's culinary traditions to the vineyards of Virginia's Monticello Wine Trail, this evening celebrates the connections between food, wine, culture, and community.
Whether you're a Virginia wine enthusiast, a cookbook lover, a foodie exploring Charlottesville, or visiting for Two Up Wine Down Weekend, this is a unique opportunity to experience the region's growing food and wine scene alongside one of America's celebrated culinary voices.
Space is limited. Reserve your ticket and join us for an unforgettable evening of California soul and Virginia wine!
Keep the Celebration going all weekend!
Saturday, November 7 |
The weekend's signature celebration returns to the lawn of the Jefferson School African American Heritage Center in downtown Charlottesville from 2:00–5:00 PM. Explore wines from 15+ Virginia producers, connect with the people behind the bottles, and celebrate the diversity of Virginia's wine community. Proceeds support Oenoverse's Oeno Camp initiative.
Two Up Wine Down Afters
Keep the party going with , an opportunity to continue the weekend's celebration after the festival. Additional details and ticket information will be shared separately.
Event venue & nearby stays
The Doyle Hotel, 499 West Main Street, Charlottesville, United States
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