Deric McGuffey

Years of Participation

Deric McGuffey creates and oversees an innovative pastry and dessert program for Il Palio’s dining room and special events, capturing the flavors and ingredients of regional Italian cooking. Il Palio is North Carolina's only AAA-rated Four Diamond Italian restaurant. Deric's culinary experience includes serving in the pastry programs at Canoe in Atlanta, Rezaz in Asheville, ONE Restaurant in Chapel Hill, and G2B Restaurant in Durham.