THE WHITE HOUSE - September 2008 

St. Francis Winery President & CEO Christopher Silva visited the White House last month to thank the Chief Usher for serving St. Francis wines at the White House, a non-partisan tradition that has continued under four American Presidents.  Chris was hosted by Rear Admiral Stephen W. Rochon, Director of the Executive Residence and Chief Usher, and also met with White House Wine Steward Daniel Shanks during his three hours inside the White House.

In the China Room with Admiral Rochon

With Cristeta Comerford, first woman White House Executive Chef

In The White House Wine Cellar with Admiral Rochon

Happy Reunion with Mr. Shanks, White House
Wine Steward, in the State Dining Room

Tables set for upcoming dinner

1834 “Views of North America” Mural installed in 1961
by Mrs. Kennedy in the Diplomatic Reception Room

At the South Portico

Rose Garden and Oval Office in background

Portrait of Mrs. Roosevelt in the Vermeil Room

Our New Friend Barney!

White House Florist