Altisima Winery Welcomes Award Winning Chef, Martin Corso

Altisima Winery is proud to welcome acclaimed Executive Chef Martin Corso to Gaspar’s Restaurant, bringing more than four decades of culinary expertise, award-winning creativity, and an exceptional background in restaurant innovation to the heart of Temecula Wine Country.

A celebrated chef, restaurateur, and culinary strategist, Chef Martin has built an impressive career spanning fine dining, restaurant ownership, culinary consulting, and flavor development. His achievements include recognition at the prestigious So-Cal Chef Open, where he earned People’s Choice honors and was a runner-up for the Pinnacle Award across the 2018, 2019, and 2021 competitions.

Throughout his career, Chef Martin has owned and operated five full-service restaurants, including The Chef’s Grille and Roni’s West in Murrieta, earning recognition from publications including The New York Times, Hartford Courant, and Inland Empire Magazine.

His culinary influence extends well beyond the restaurant kitchen. As founder of The M Group, a culinary strategy and consulting firm, Chef Martin has worked with nationally recognized restaurant brands including Black Angus, Outback Steakhouse, Applebee’s, and TGI Fridays, specializing in menu innovation, flavor development, and operational excellence.

A graduate of Johnson & Wales University and founding member of the Research Chefs Association, Chef Martin brings a distinctive combination of culinary artistry, technical expertise, and a deep appreciation for food and wine pairing.

His arrival marks an exciting new chapter for Gaspar’s Restaurant, as Altisima Winery continues its commitment to elevating the guest experience through exceptional cuisine, innovative menus, and memorable wine country dining.

With Chef Martin leading the kitchen, guests can look forward to a renewed culinary focus that celebrates bold flavors, thoughtful food and wine pairings, and the quality and hospitality synonymous with Altisima Winery.