Kevin and Eliza Knapp are honored to be included amongst the judges of this years Winter Wine Competition. Oz Coffee Bar carries over 70 house wines from all over the world. The Knapps have visited many of the major wine regions in the US as well as internationally. They have had the privilege of meeting and learning about wine from the winemakers themselves as well as industry experts.  Their passion for wine has led them to sponsor many wine events as well as providing formal training for those seeking to increase their love and knowledge of wine.  Texas wines are booming and Kevin and Eliza are excited to tour the world of Texas wine!

Chef Mark Hitri is a chef instructor at The Culinary School of Fort Worth and has worked as a Chef de Cuisine and Executive Chef at numerous high ranking restaurants including Saint Emilion, Vidalia’s, and Renaissance Worthington Hotel. Having worked in the culinary industry for over 25 years, Chef Hitri specializes in classic French cuisine, and looks to culinary masterminds such as Daniel Boulud, and Jacques Pepin for inspiration.