A Rare Culinary Treasure: Signed First Edition of Jacques Pépin's La Technique
Published in 1976, Jacques Pépin's seminal text, La Technique is more than just a cookbook - it's a cornerstone of modern culinary education. Using more than a thousand step-by-step photos, Jacques Pépin introduced a new style of how to teach culinary technique through cookbooks. This ground-breaking cookbook simultaneously revolutionized the cookbook industry, while instructing home cooks and professionals on critical, timeless, foundational skills, and classic French methods with clarity, concision, and elegance, demystifying everything from knife skills to pastry work.

This first edition, which Jacques will personally sign to you, is a true collector's item for culinary enthusiasts, book lovers, and anyone who has been inspired by Jacques' enduring influence. First editions of La Technique, with the original section of color photographs, are scarce, and with Jacques' signature - priceless! This is an extremely rare opportunity to own a piece of culinary history from one of the world's most beloved chefs.

This signed copy of a First Edition, La Technique, celebrating its 50th anniversary, is a culinary treasure, that embodies Pépin's lifelong mission: to teach, inspire, and share the joy of cooking.

Donated by Jacques Pépin

Wouldn't it be amazing to have Jacques Pépin cooking right beside you every day? This extraordinary lot brings you the next best thing-a remarkable collection of signed treasures from Jacques' own home and kitchen.

Included are some of the chef's favorite tools, each infused with his culinary spirit: one of his beloved Mauviel copper sauté pans, an Island Creek oyster knife, an Urbani truffle slicer, a PepperMate pepper mill, a signed Chef Works embroidered apron, and two Jacques Pépin Foundation tea towels.

You'll also receive a signed, limited-edition giclée print of his painting Flowers for 90 and a mint-condition, autographed two-volume boxed set of his landmark cookbooks The Art of Cooking to guide and inspire you.

This is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bring the artistry, craftsmanship, wisdom, and warmth of Jacques Pépin into your own kitchen-through tools and treasures you can enjoy every day.

Donated by Jacques Pépin and The Artistry of Jacques Pépin, LLC, jacquespepinart.com

6 night/7 day stay for up to 12 guests

Enter a world unto itself at Villa San Lorenzo, a stunningly restored 17th-century stone villa with luxurious accommodations nestled on 14 acres in the Alta Langa hills of Piedmont, Italy, with views of rolling mountains and the Italian Alps from your deck, swimming pool, and al Fresco dining area.

The villa boasts six bedrooms each with private full bathrooms, a chef's kitchen with everything you need to cook amazing meals. The salon has floor-to-ceiling windows, sliding glass doors, a traditional dining table which seats up to 12, and an upstairs with a second-floor living room overlooking the courtyard. Wi-Fi and air conditioning is in every bedroom of the Villa.

Cook in your own professional kitchen or try your hand at making pizza in the traditional wood-fired brick oven. The property is just minutes from town with authentic restaurants and specialty artisanal food and wine shops. This is a spectacular location from which to explore the world-famous Barolo and Barbaresco wine regions.

Reservations on agreed-upon dates through December 1, 2026

Donated by Clay McLachlan

Villa San Lorenzo images by Clay McLachlan

The Ultimate Culinary Outdoor Experience by Hestan

Fire up flavor and craftsmanship with this extraordinary Hestan package, perfect for those who take their outdoor cooking seriously. This exclusive lot features the 36â€3 Hestan Outdoor Deluxe Gas Grill with Double Side Burner - a powerhouse of precision, performance, and award-winning design. Made in the USA and built from heavy-gauge stainless steel, this luxury gas grill includes motion-activated Stadium Lightsâ"¢, a powerful rotisserie, and DiamondCutâ"¢ grates for the ultimate sear. And to make it your own, the winning bidder will select their preferred finish from Hestan's signature palette of 12 bold colors - ensuring your outdoor kitchen is as stunning as it is functional.

To complete the experience, you'll also receive a curated selection of Hestan cookware and accessories - including grill-safe NanoBond Molecular Titanium cookware, OvenBond ovenware, Provisions accessories, and a Hestan Market Tote for stylish, everyday utility. Whether you're hosting under the stars or perfecting the art of the backyard feast, this package brings Michelin-grade performance straight to your patio.

Donated by: Hestan

Four Nights of Magical Luxury at Maui's Four Seasons Resort

Experience elevated luxury at Maui's most glamorous beachfront resort, Four Seasons Maui, from your 2-bedroom, 2,400-square-foot, oceanfront Elite Suite with 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean, Wailea Beach, and the Hawaiian Islands. The oceanfront suites at Four Seasons Resort Maui are a hotel-within-a-hotel, with a dedicated staff led by your own Personal Assistant and a heightened level of privacy, service and amenities, including a remarkable wine collection, round-trip airport transportation, unlimited laundry, daily breakfast, and more.

While on property, you'll be treated to Four Seasons Maui's signature Ultimate Dinner for up to 4 guests. This custom gourmet experience prepared exclusively by our chef, with cocktails and wines selected by our sommelier, is served by your own personal waiter in a private spot overlooking Wailea Beach.

This unforgettable Maui vacation includes:

• 4 nights in a 2-bedroom, 2,400-square-foot, residential-style Elite Suite. The two-bedroom suite accommodates 6 adults, or 4 adults and 5 children
• 2 full marble bathrooms plus a ¾ bathroom with shower; deep soaking tub
• The Ultimate Dinner, a private, custom gourmet dinner overlooking Wailea Beach
• A Guest Experience Management team to customize your stay
• Round-trip Maui airport transportation for all guests registered to the suite
• Daily breakfast for all guests in the suite (In-Room Dining or breakfast at Duo)
• $250 credit to our luxury boutiques: Cabana and 22 Knots
• Large private lanais with outdoor lounge furniture
• Complimentary, unlimited laundry service
• Complimentary high-speed Internet access
• High-definition, 4k wall-mounted televisions with Chromecast streaming capabilities, full cable access and Bluetooth capabilities
• Complimentary parking for rental cars
• Complimentary Peloton bikes available in-suite on request
• 58 complimentary cabanas across the Resort
• Transportation to all destinations in Wailea
• 24-hour access to cardio and fitness center
• Flights to and from Maui are not included as part of the package.

This package is redeemable through November 30, 2026. The following blackout dates apply:

• Nov 26 & 27, 2025
• Dec 20 - Jan 3, 2026
• Feb 24 - 28, 2026
• March 14 & 21, 2026
• August 8 & 15, 2026
• November 26, 2026

Additional blackout dates may apply based on seasonal occupancy levels.
Reservations are based on availability.
Donated by Four Seasons Resort Maui at Wailea

A Rare Culinary Treasure: Signed First Edition of Jacques Pépin's La Technique
Published in 1976, Jacques Pépin's seminal text, La Technique is more than just a cookbook - it's a cornerstone of modern culinary education. Using more than a thousand step-by-step photos, Jacques Pépin introduced a new style of how to teach culinary technique through cookbooks. This ground-breaking cookbook simultaneously revolutionized the cookbook industry, while instructing home cooks and professionals on critical, timeless, foundational skills, and classic French methods with clarity, concision, and elegance, demystifying everything from knife skills to pastry work.

This first edition, which Jacques will personally sign to you, is a true collector's item for culinary enthusiasts, book lovers, and anyone who has been inspired by Jacques' enduring influence. First editions of La Technique, with the original section of color photographs, are scarce, and with Jacques' signature - priceless! This is an extremely rare opportunity to own a piece of culinary history from one of the world's most beloved chefs.

This signed copy of a First Edition, La Technique, celebrating its 50th anniversary, is a culinary treasure, that embodies Pépin's lifelong mission: to teach, inspire, and share the joy of cooking.

Donated by Jacques Pépin