The Dessert Garden

Step into the sweetest corner of the Pacific Wine & Food Classic - The Dessert Garden, a dreamy oasis of indulgence where artistry meets irresistible flavor. This year’s collection of dessert creators brings together award-winning talent and exceptional ingredients for a tasting experience you’ll never forget.

RISE Rooftop

Executive Pastry Chef Andy de la Cruz of RISE Rooftop Lounge at The Westin Anaheim Resort sets the tone with his exquisite, refined desserts. Known for his balance of precision and creativity, Chef Andy’s bites are as visually stunning as they are delicious, offering a signature elegance that lingers with every taste.

JARS by Fabio Viviani

JARS by Fabio Viviani OC delivers bold, layered desserts that turn every spoonful into a moment of indulgence. Now featuring new flavors like Dubai Chocolate and Cherry Lemon Cheesecake, these treats are perfect for catering any celebration, alongside over-the-top milkshakes, sundaes, and more at their Laguna Niguel location. 

The Crema Cafe & OC Baking Company

From the talented team at The Crema Cafe & OC Baking Company comes an irresistible flight of Mini Kouign Amann in a variety of playful and decadent flavors: Cherry Chocolate, Cinnamon, and Candied Maple Bacon. These buttery pastries are flaky, caramelized delights with a modern twist.

Melissa’s Produce

Melissa’s Produce brings international flair to the garden with their Strawberries Dubai Style—juicy berries lavishly drizzled with silky pistachio and Italian chocolate sauces, in an elegant nod to the viral Dubai dessert sensation.

Honey Pot Meadery

Honey Pot Meadery offers a sweet sip of tradition reimagined. Known for their use of the finest honey, fruits, and spices, their curated meads, ciders, and dessert wines are the perfect complement to the garden’s treats—sippable desserts in their own right, pairing beautifully with everything from pastries to chocolate.

Rancho Capistrano Winery

A nostalgic favorite with a spirited twist, the Whisky Bundt Cake from Rancho Capistrano Winery is rich, moist, and utterly comforting. This award-winning winery’s dessert delivers a warming finish with every forkful.

Scratch Bakery Cafe

Scratch Bakery Cafe rounds out the collection with heartfelt, handcrafted creations. Their devotion to real ingredients and from-scratch goodness shines through in every bite—simple pleasures elevated to something truly special.