Join us at Friar Tuck's for an intimate five-course wine dinner featuring the acclaimed wines of Cakebread Cellars. For more than 50 years, Cakebread Cellars has been one of Napa Valley's most respected family-owned wineries, celebrated for its commitment to quality and its ability to craft wines that truly reflect the unique character of California's finest growing regions.
On Thursday, July 16, guests will enjoy a carefully curated five-course menu paired with some of Cakebread's most beloved wines, guided by Cakebread representative Cliff Burr and Friar Tuck's Executive Chef David LaFayette. Each course has been thoughtfully designed to highlight the complementary flavors of wine and food, creating a memorable evening of exceptional dining.
Evening Schedule:
Bar Hour & Check-In: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Wine Dinner Begins Promptly: 6:00 PM
Event Concludes: Approximately 8:00 PM
Five-Course Menu:
First Course: Cakebread North Coast Sauvignon Blanc | Watercress Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette, Shaved Fennel, Grapefruit & Candied Walnuts
Second Course: Cakebread Napa Valley Chardonnay | Steamed Clams & Mussels with White Wine, Garlic, Shallots & Grilled Sourdough
Third Course: Cakebread Anderson Valley Pinot Noir | Wild Mushroom Tart with Gruyere, Caramelized Onions & Fresh Thyme
Fourth Course: Cakebread Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon & Cakebread Dancing Bear Ranch Red Wine | Grilled New York Steak with Truffle Butter, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes & Seasonal Vegetables
Fifth Course: Chocolate Cheesecake with Raspberry Coulis & Fresh Berries
As a special benefit for attendees, guests will also have the opportunity to purchase Cakebread wines at extraordinary event-only pricing, with discounts rarely available to the public.
Tickets are $130 per person and include the five-course dinner, all wine pairings, tax, and gratuity. Seating is limited — reserve your place today.
