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Michael Chiarello is an award-winning chef and owner of the critically acclaimed Bottega restaurant in Napa Valley, who made his mark by combining the traditions of his Southern Italian roots with the distinctive hallmarks of the Napa Valley lifestyle. From his earliest childhood memories – created around his mother’s California kitchen with his extended Italian family – Michael Chiarello knew he wanted to be a chef. Decades later, Chiarello has accomplished his dream, and much more. In the time since he graduated from the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, he has garnered accolades and awards as a chef, vintner, specialty food pioneer, philanthropist, author, and television host. Throughout his achievements, Michael’s core values are always apparent: Showcasing seasonal, sustainable products, and supporting the artisan purveyors who produce them while inspiring friends and family to gather around the table and create meaningful memories of their own. Chiarello’s passion for t
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- • 280 investors hold the Owner role in VCSift. Michael Chiarello is one of them.
- • 7 investors are based in St. Helena, California, United States.
Data sourced from 410,343 investor profiles. Updated July 2026.
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- St. Helena, US
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