Rooted in the Valley.
Built by Hand.
Nature is the Architect.
We believe Mother Nature knows best—that food from the earth will always trump food from a lab. To us, the simplicity of cooking local ingredients over an open fire is the ultimate pursuit of flavor. We believe breaking bread should be done in good company, without phones, and with music played just a little too loudly.
Supporting local artisans isn’t just a preference; it is our only choice, by choice. From our 100% scratch-made kitchen to our commitment to "tail-to-snout" butchery, we choose the harder path because it’s the sustainable one. Local, organic farmers are the backbone of a resilient future, and we are proud to be their partner in the Valley. Simple is good. Honest is better.
Our Team
Jason Dwight | Co-Owner & Executive Chef
Jason has devoted the past 30 years of his life striving to become a restaurant owner/chef. He learned the true value of hard work at a young age by working construction for the meanest boss he’s ever had—his father. Years later, Jason would joke with his greatest chef mentor, Kevin Binkley, that he was the second meanest boss he’d ever had.
Now, as a restaurant owner striving for excellence, he understands that good enough…is not good enough. Jason is a true proponent of the idea that what goes into our food, also goes into our body.
This is why he is so passionate about eating clean, local, organic, sustainable foods. For Jason, nothing beats cooking real food on an open fire.
Katherine Dwight | Co-Owner & Executive Pastry Chef
As a very young girl, Katherine garnered the nickname “The General” which stemmed from her strong-will and sense of knowing exactly what she wanted. She’s not ashamed to say that she still has a strong will and firm knowledge of what she wants. Fortunately, she also has a good sense of humor and loves to laugh.
When she’s not creating breads and desserts at Persepshen, she’s likely to be spending time with Jason and their three children. If motherhood has taught Katherine anything about life, it’s that nothing ever goes exactly as you anticipated it might.
Katherine’s hope is that when you come in to Persepshen, “you feel like you are a guest in our home. As if you’re breaking bread with us, sharing laughs, drinks and some really, really good food.”
Join Us for Supper
Our dining room and patio are open for those who crave a meal rooted in the season. Experience our 100% scratch-made kitchen and our latest "cut-by-cut" butcher’s selections.
Let’s Dream Up Your Event
From intimate restaurant buyouts to full-service catering where we bring the open fire to you, we specialize in bespoke gatherings. Let us hand-craft a menu that reflects your vision.