Steve & Alicia (affectionately known as "Allie") met May 5th, 1996, and were married December 6th, 1997. Allie is a second generation Fallbrookian and Steve is a ninth generation San Diegan. Steve grew up in Point Loma and Allie in Fallbrook. They moved to Murrieta in June of 1998, and now live in Temecula.

Allie began her career with Paragon Corporation in 1990, beginning as a hostess, and working her way to the opening management team of the Temecula Hungry Hunter as bookkeeper and management trainer.

Since losing her "Grannie" to Alzheimer's in May of 1998, Allie dedicates her life to raising both money for, and awareness of Alzheimer's. Allie sits on the governing board for the George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers, Inc. and donates many hours to her own personal charitable fund "Put Your Hand in Mine", in memory of her "Grannie" Ava A Thompson.

Through their "Put Your Hand in Mine" fund, Steve & Allie have been able to donate more than $250,000.00 to the George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers since 2000

Upon completing his apprenticeship in the culinary arts, Steve competed for 13 years in the culinary arts, and was named "Best Up and Coming Chef" and "Best Chef in the West". Since retiring from competition, Steve now sits on the advisory board and teaches with San Diego State University 's extended studies program, and has dedicated his life to his charitable fund " Sunrise / Sunset".

In 2001, Steve & Allie ventured out on their own with their restaurant "Allie's at Callaway", and created their personal gourmet foods line, "Vineyard Chef Gourmet Foods".

In December of 2006 Steve and Allie brought their passion for food and wine into your home with Allie's Catering & Special Events – "If You Can Imagine It...We Can Create It!"