We hope you’re hungry. Chefs Jen and Eric at The Cooks’ House in Traverse City just released a fantastic lineup of one-of-a-kind dinner events. You’ll be treated to five courses paired with wine, beer or spirits, and plenty of special guests.
Wine Dinners
Cantina Scacciadiavoli | November 6
Share this dinner experience with special guest Jacobo, the winemaker of Cantina Scacciadiavoli in Montefalco, Italy. Chefs Jen and Eric have created a special menu pairing each course with one of Jacobo’s wines, which he will discuss during dinner. $85
Mari vineyards | January 15
The Cooks’ House is welcoming local winemaker Sean O’Keefe to share his wines with guests. $85
L. Mawby Sparkling Wines | February 12
Bring your date to the annual pre-Valentine’s Day celebration. Winemaker Larry Mawby will be present to regale you with tales of winemaking as well as other stories that only Larry can tell. This dinner is always a favorite. $85
Left Foot Charley Wine Dinner | March 12
Winemaker Bryan Ulbrich will be pairing his wines with each course. $85
Brys Estate Wine Dinner | April 23
Each spring, The Cooks’ House and Brys Estate join up to celebrate the release of their new vintage. Mark your calendars for an evening of food and wine celebrating some of Michigan’s best. $85
Big LIttle Wine Dinner | May 7
Chefs Jen and Eric will be pairing each course with bigLITTLE’s wonderful wines. $85
2 Lads Vineyards Dinner | May 7
2 Lad’s wines and fantastic dishes to pair. $85
Guest Chef Dinners
James Rigato of Mabel Gray & Angry Orchard Ciders | November 11
SOLD OUT. Chef James Rigato of Mable Gray will be preparing five courses, entirely vegan. Each course will be paired with Angry Orchard Ciders. Ryan Burk from Angry Orchard Ciders will be joining to discuss the ciders and pairings.
voyager wine dinner | February 11
Voyager restaurant in Ferndale was picked as one of the Best New Restaurants in America by Food and Wine. Chefs Jennifer Jackson and Justin Tootla will give you the chance to experience their incredible food right here in Traverse City. $75
Chefs Micheal & Patrick Evans | March 11 | 5:30 Seating | 8:30 Seating
Enjoy a meal prepared by of two of the most exciting young chefs in Northern Michigan. Chefs Micheal and Patrick have honed their skills in some of the country’s best restaurants and have returned to Traverse City. $70
Young chefs dinner | April 22 | 5:30 Seating | 8:30 Seating
This annual dinner features the best young chefs in the Traverse City area. (Read this Traverse Magazine feature about the event.) $70
Chef Kate Williams of Lady of the House | May 6 | 5:30 Seating | 8:30 Seating
Welcome one of Detroit’s most exciting chefs, Kate Williams. $70
Anithero | May 20 | 5:30 Seating | 8:30 Seating
Another Detroit chef from another new and exciting Detroit restaurant. Experience Chef Nick Erven. $70
Spirits & Beer Dinners
Patron Tequila Dinner | November 12
Five courses each paired with tequilas from Patron. Enough said. $75
Short’s Brewery | December 11
Each course is paired with craft brews from Short’s (wine will also be available). $65
Iron Fish Distillery | April 9
Sommelier Katie will be crafting cocktails from Iron Fish’s craft spirits, which will be paired with dishes specifically designed around each drink. $75
For the complete list of The Cooks’ House events, click here.