Executive Chef Nicholas St. Clair

Executive chef Nicholas St. Clair knew he wanted to do something extraordinary from a young age. Little did he know, his budding culinary expertise would launch him into a whirlwind adventure in the fine dining industry. St. Clair, who graduated with high honors from the California Culinary Institute in Pasadena, CA, polished his cuisine with some of America’s premier chefs over the past five years. St. Clair and his wife, Alison, ventured into the restaurant business with determination for success and passion for fine cuisine. With confidence and 16 years of experience in the restaurant business, he took a blind leap of faith and opened a place of his own. After opening the thriving Antebellum Restaurant - a Top 100 Restaurant in America - St. Clair decided to branch out to open Peyton's Pie Company, named after his son Peyton, to explore his passion for authentic, delicious pizza.

roland stanley

Roland Stanley is the founder and owner of Cork It - Wine and Charcuterie in his hometown of Gainesville, GA. He is co-owner of Peyton’s Pie Company in Flowery Branch, GA, as well as RT Creative Group, a marketing company providing specialization in social media, photography, and graphic design throughout the state. He studied business management at the University of North Georgia, receiving his degree in 2019. 

An avid traveller, Roland gained a passion for wine during his time in Europe. While there, he also learned the importance of hospitality firsthand, receiving it from those who hosted him in their countries and homes. Whether serving drinks or providing marketing expertise, Roland carries this service-oriented mindset into all his business ventures. He aims to enrich the North Georgia area with culture, delicious food, and a community-focused atmosphere where people can share their knowledge and enthusiasm surrounding wine. In 2021, Roland will be opening another Cork It location in Buford, GA.