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Christopher Kostow

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Chef & Co-founder, Team Kostow
@the_charteroak @loveski.deli @ciccio_napavalley @therestaurantmw
Partner in life @martinalainu

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Chef @ckostow shares the vision behind his elemental, ingredient-driven restaurant @the_charteroak in Napa Valley🥦

Full video on YouTube🎥 by @ckostow

To celebrate the upcoming harvest season, we are partnering with friends at @SurLaTable on a Harvest Dinner at The Charter Oak restaurant, Saturday, October 12th!

Just as we enjoy using Sur La Table within our home (like our signature Shrimp Curry seen here) we welcome guests and friends to join us for a four-course dinner curated by my husband, Chef Kostow, highlighting an incredible line of Sur La Table serveware.

This ticketed Harvest Dinner includes passed canapes, a four-course dinner, and beverages for the evening. Learn more through the link in our bio; limited seats are available. by @ckostow

A huge thank you to @willwrite4wine and @sfchronicle_food

We’re so excited to be part of this city and can’t wait for what’s in store 🥯 by @ckostow

A glimpse at our Summer shenanigans. #daisylainu #lulumartin by @ckostow

Another unforgettable summer brunch highlighting the best of @hogislandoysterco , presented by @resy 🦪✨⁠ A special shoutout to @lorenzarose for making the day truly special. ⁠
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Thank you to everyone who joined us, until next summer! by @ckostow

On this perfect day 50 years go, the love of our lives and man of our dreams was born. A uniquely magical human- partner, soulmate, best friend and adoring dad. Celebrating all your beautiful years around the sun and many adventures to come in this lifetime together.⁠
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xoxo Martina, Daisy, Lulu, Gur + Harry Potter ❤️⁠
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old school photo cred: Nanny / Karen Kostow by @ckostow

Part 2: Celebrating 10 years of Smyth with John and Karen Shields, and friends Kyle Connaughton, Christopher Kostow, Ron McKinlay, Trevor Morain, and Johnny Spero. Photographing for Smyth. • Smyth; Chicago, Illinois. (August 21-22, 2026) by @ckostow

Scenes from last summer with @hogislandoysterco. 🦪

On Saturday, August 29, The Charter Oak and Hog Island Oyster Co., presented by @resy , invite friends and guests back for the ultimate summer gathering 🥂 ✨

Guests will be greeted with a welcome glass of Lorenza Sparkling Rosé in the lounge, BBQ’d oysters over the outdoor hearth and a seasonal menu from Chef Christopher Kostow highlighting the best of Hog Island Oyster Co.

Tickets are $85 per guest, exclusive of beverages, tax, and service. Reservations are limited and available through the link in our bio 🎟️ by @ckostow

The ultimate collab returns: The Charter Oak & Hog Island Oyster Co., Presented by Resy invite friends and guests to join in on the perfect summer courtyard gathering! ✨🦪🥂🌿⁠
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On Saturday, August 29th, TCO will be fully activated for this collaborative brunch- with a welcome glass of Lorenza Sparkling Rosé in the lounge and bbq’d oysters being roasted over our outdoor hearth. Highlighting the best of Hog Island Oyster Co., each guest will enjoy a seasonal menu curated by Chef Christopher Kostow. ⁠
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🎟️ Tickets are $85 per guest, exclusive of beverage, tax, and service. Head to the link in our bio to book your table on @resy, tickets live starting 7/14 at 9 a.m. PT. by @ckostow

Chef Kostow’s lineups are something special. A few words with the team before our latest Potluck Dinner. by @ckostow

In case you missed it: Potluck Dinner, presented by @resy 🥘🍴🔥

A huge shoutout to Chefs Kevin Finch, James Yeun Leong Parry, Saw Naing, & our entire TCO team for making this happen- what a truly unforgettable menu.⁠
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Stay tuned for more from this very special evening… by @ckostow

Thank you @asimply1 for having me photograph such a wonderful evening.

One of the unexpected highlights was getting the opportunity to meet Chef @ckostow and his incredible team. It was a humbling experience, and I truly appreciated how welcoming everyone was when I stepped into the kitchen for a few photos.

Grateful for opportunities like this.

@scrunchycheeks @nicholasrazatos @nico.solo @vborrayo22 @shock_hr

#withgracephotography #doingwhatilove #bayareaphotographer #finedining #cheflife by @ckostow