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The Spirit of Philanthropy:
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Food, Fun, and Philanthropy: A Toast to Simple Abundance

Wine in the Warehouse is St. Croix Foundation for Community Development’s signature food, wine, and philanthropy experience, bringing together exceptional cuisine, curated wines, community, and purpose for one unforgettable evening.

For one night, the Bohlke International Aviation hangar transforms into an elegant gathering space set among private aircraft and filled with bold flavors, curated wine tastings, live entertainment, and special culinary experiences.

But the evening is about more than what is poured or plated. Every ticket helps fuel the Foundation’s year-round work to strengthen nonprofits, invest in community-led solutions, build local capacity, and advance a more resilient and self-determined Virgin Islands.

Wine in the Warehouse is where celebration becomes connection, and where an extraordinary night helps fuel lasting community impact.

Wine in the Warehouse

12.4.2026, Friday

6:00 PM

Get ready for an unforgettable culinary adventure at Wine in the Warehouse! Prepare your taste buds for a delightful evening featuring delectable appetizers crafted by the island’s finest chefs and caterers. Pair incredible food with indulgent, premium spirits from Coca Cola 1, and let your senses take flight! All this unfolds against the backdrop of Bohlke International Aviation's exquisite fleet of private jets, accompanied by live music and refreshing trade winds. It's the ultimate holiday kickoff experience.

Meet Our 2026 Featured Chefs

This year, Wine in the Warehouse brings together two distinct culinary journeys: one rooted right here on St. Croix and another bringing a nationally recognized perspective to the table.

Chef Siaya Boyd

St. Croix Native | Chef at Meta | Entrepreneur

For Chef Siaya Boyd, Wine in the Warehouse is a homecoming and a full-circle moment. Siaya first experienced the event as a young culinary student on St. Croix. Today, she returns as a featured chef after building a culinary career that has taken her from St. Croix to the San Francisco Bay Area and Meta.

Chef JJ Johnson

James Beard Award-Winning Chef | Author | Restaurateur | Television Host

Chef JJ Johnson is a James Beard Award–winning chef, author, and cultural tastemaker redefining Afro-Latino and global Black cuisines. Recently named to the TIME 2026 Closers list—recognizing 18 extraordinary Black leaders closing the racial equity gap—JJ is a leading voice at the intersection of food and justice.

He is the founder of FIELDTRIP, a rice bowl shop showcasing borderless flavors with locations across NYC, JFK Airport, and the Bahamas. JJ also founded The Cookout, a premier cultural event celebrating community, music, and Black culinary talent. Beyond the kitchen, he is a founding partner in Wonder and hosts his own show on Cleo TV, “Just Eats with Chef JJ”.

A classically trained chef, JJ authored the James Beard Award-winning “Between Harlem and Heaven” and a 2023 New York Times Best Cookbook, “The Simple Art of Rice”. Recognized by Esquire, the National Restaurant Association Power List, Eater’s New Guard, Forbes 30 Under 30, and Zagat’s 30 Under 30, JJ is a passionate advocate for equity. He currently serves on the Board for Rethink Food, where he actively addresses hunger, promotes sustainability, and supports mentorship across the industry.

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