We are the Napa Valley Branch of the International Wine & Food Society. IW&FS is the world’s oldest and most renowned gastronomic society. The Society’s mission is the promotion of a broad knowledge and understanding of both wine and food, the enhancement of their appreciation, and the nurturing of camaraderie among those who share the pleasures of the table.

IW&FS was founded in London, England, in 1933, by distinguished French gastronome and writer, Andre L. Simon. Multiple branches were established in the United States beginning in 1934. IW&FS is governed by a Council of Management aided by three Area Committees, Europe/Africa, the Americas and Asia/Pacific. There are now almost 200 branches in different countries around the world with over 12,000 members. Click here to view the IW&FS website.

Throughout the year the Napa Valley Branch organizes exclusive events at local wineries and restaurants. We actively promote the enjoyment and consumption of primarily Napa Valley wines and our membership includes several vintners and growers. Reviews of our wine tastings, food pairings, seminars, wineries and restaurant events are published in the quarterly IW&FS newsletter that goes to members worldwide.

The Napa Valley Branch has become an invaluable resource for visiting national and international IW&FS members who seek advice in choosing restaurants, wine tours, tastings or accommodations in our world-class wine growing region.

Our goals include providing interesting and unique wine experiences to further educate our members and making the Napa Valley a destination of all IW&FS members who visit the Americas California wine region.