A Rare Vintage.

Some people simply have a way of bringing extraordinary people together.

For Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula, that person is Dorothy Maras.

Dorothy is an essential part of CLASSIQUE. Behind the scenes, she brings together the remarkable culinary talent that makes this evening unlike any other. Michelin-starred chefs. James Beard Award winners. Celebrated culinary personalities from across the country. Dorothy knows them, welcomes them, takes care of them, and somehow convinces them to join us at the table.

But the relationships she brings to CLASSIQUE are only part of what makes Dorothy so special.

She brings more than four decades of hospitality experience, impeccable instincts, boundless energy, confidence, laughter, generosity, and an extraordinary ability to make people feel genuinely welcome.

Dorothy understands something at the very heart of hospitality:

Great experiences begin with great relationships.

And she shares those relationships, and so much more, generously with us.

Because of Dorothy Classique is ambitious, delicious, and a considerable amount of fun. What our guests experience during one unforgettable evening is made possible by countless conversations, introductions, details, favors, friendships, and hours that most people never see.

We see them.

We see the calls. The connections. The details. The problem-solving. The relationships built over decades. And the care Dorothy puts into making sure every chef who joins us feels welcomed, appreciated, and part of something meaningful.

We also see what all of that makes possible.

Every connection Dorothy brings to CLASSIQUE helps us create an evening that ultimately puts meals on tables, brings human connection to people who are isolated, and helps our neighbors throughout Monterey County remain nourished and independent.

Dorothy, thank you.

Thank you for believing in CLASSIQUE. For sharing your relationships, expertise, time, and considerable talent with us. For every chef you welcome, every problem you solve, every laugh you bring to the process, and every moment when you casually remind us:

“I know someone.”

You make CLASSIQUE better simply by being part of it.

Confident. Generous. Bubbly. Unforgettable.

There is only one Dorothy Maras.

And we wouldn’t have it any other way.

With our love, admiration, and gratitude,
Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula