A Night of Flavor and Purpose in Laguna Beach

Chef Masters 2025 brought together culinary art, compassion, and community – and Fine Dining 4 Home was honored to be part of it.

On a golden Sunday evening, under the open sky of Laguna Beach’s Festival of Arts grounds, Chef Masters 2025 unfolded as one of Southern California’s most inspiring culinary gatherings.

Over seventy chefs, wineries, and spirits brands came together for a two-hour gourmet tasting experience in support of CARMA (Compassionate Animal Rescue for Medical Aid) and Priceless Pets, two beloved organizations dedicated to saving and rehabilitating animals in need.

The evening’s lineup featured celebrated culinary figures such as Chef Heather McLeod of Three Pug Bakery (this year’s Honorary Chef), Robert Duvall of Duvall's Dishes, Ben Martinek of Pendry Newport Beach, Corina Rodriqeuz of SHOR American Seafood Grill, Scott Renney of Hilton Hotel, Adam Navidi of Oceans & Earth, Olha Yaloza of U4U Chocolates, Brandon Hall of Thyme Well Spent and many others. Guests wandered through tasting stations, met the chefs behind the dishes, and explored the Silent Auction before gathering for a spirited Live Auction that raised thousands for the cause.

Among the generous sponsors and donors, Fine Dining 4 Home was proud to contribute a beautiful table linen set and a personalized dining wardrobe consultation with Iryna Kolosvetova to the Silent Auction – designed to bring the same spirit of hospitality and intention that defines the brand’s philosophy.

Fine Dining 4 Home’s mission has always been to celebrate the beauty of gathering – whether around a home table or at a community event.

“It was an honor to see our linens included among other contributions for such a meaningful cause,” said Iryna Kolosvetova, founder and table stylist behind Fine Dining 4 Home. “The evening reminded me that beauty at the table is never just visual – it’s emotional. It’s about community, giving, and the experiences we share.”

The event’s success was supported by sponsors such as Mary Murfey, JustFoodForDogs, Harriet & Mark Lehman, Jennifer Karimi Jewelry, and The Thompson Family Foundation, among others. Guests mingled between candlelit tables, sampled exquisite wines, and ended the night dancing under the stars to Flashback Heart Attack – a fitting finale to an evening that blended fine dining with generosity.

Both CARMA and Priceless Pets continue their vital work year-round, providing medical aid, rehabilitation, and second chances to animals across Southern California. The funds raised will directly support their ongoing rescue efforts and adoption programs.

Chef Masters 2025 wasn’t just another tasting event – it was a reminder that the fine art of dining extends beyond flavor and presentation. It lives in generosity, community, and shared purpose.

Photos: Takata Photo & Design, Elyse Leedom Photography, Bob Hodson, Tony Lattimore Photography, personal photography by Iryna Kolosvetova, captured during the event.