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The Alcove Dining Experiences

Monthly Culinary Journeys

Join us for monthly culinary journeys that will take you on a journey of taste and discovery. From wine dinners to chef's table experiences, we have something for everyone.

Historic Mt. Vernon, Ohio

Signature Experiences

From intimate culinary journeys to interactive evenings of mystery and intrigue — choose your next unforgettable night at The Alcove.

Chef's Table
Chef's Table

Chef's Table

An Intimate Culinary Journey

September 16th & 17th, 2026
Cocktails at 6:00 PM · Dinner begins 6:30 PM
$129 per person
17 Tickets Wednesday · 14 Thursday · Tickets Move Fast

Join us for an unforgettable evening of culinary and wine artistry. Each wine dinner features a 5-course menu, with every dish paired to a specially selected wine. Our Wine Ambassador will guide you through the style, story, and nuances of each wine, while our Executive Chef shares the inspiration behind every course and the concept uniting the meal.

Our Chef's Table is The Alcove's most close-knit dining experience. Guests gather around a large U-shaped communal table facing the front of the room, sharing the evening course by course while our culinary team presents a five-course tasting menu alongside wines hand-selected from Oregon's Willamette Valley.

With limited seats each evening, the Chef's Table is designed around atmosphere and detail — every course is served as crafted, every wine is introduced and poured in sequence, and the night unfolds at the rhythm of the room. Tickets for these dinners historically move quickly, so early reservations are strongly encouraged.

Five-course paired tasting menu
Wines from Oregon's Willamette Valley
Communal U-shaped chef's table
Limited seats each evening
$129 per personCocktails 6:00 PM · Dinner 6:30 PM17 tickets Wednesday · 14 Thursday
Featured Winery Partner

Willamette Valley

Oregon pinot country, course by course.

This September Chef's Table travels through Oregon's Willamette Valley — pairing each course with a distinctive wine from Anne Amie, Ridgecrest, Roserock, Owen Roe, and Argyle.

Estates Featured This Evening

Anne Amie, Willamette Valley
Ridgecrest, Ribbon Ridge
Roserock, Eola-Amity Hills
Owen Roe, Yamhill-Carlton
Argyle, Willamette Valley
The Experience

What to Expect

A few notes so you know what to look forward to on the night of the dinner.

  • Cocktails

    6:00 PM

  • Dinner Begins

    6:30 PM

  • Seating

    Communal U-shaped table facing the room

  • Availability

    17 tickets Wednesday · 14 tickets Thursday

  • Menu

    Served as crafted — no substitutions

The Menu

Five Courses, Thoughtfully Paired

Each course is matched with a hand-selected wine — poured, introduced, and presented in sequence throughout the evening.

First Course01

Charcuterie Board

Smoked salmon, venison sausage, Tillamook cheddar, goat cheese apricot spread, garlic crostini, local honeycomb, and blackberry preserves.

Pairing

Anne Amie "Cerise" Gamay, Willamette Valley

Second Course02

Coconut Crab Curry

Lump crab, coconut curry, and lemongrass crème fraîche.

Pairing

Ridgecrest Pinot Gris, Ribbon Ridge

Third Course03

Hazelnut Crusted Salmon

Hazelnut crusted salmon, ginger carrot puree, and snap peas, served with a whole grain mustard crema.

Pairing

Roserock Pinot Noir, Eola-Amity Hills

Fourth Course04

Elk Striploin

Marinated elk striploin, sautéed wild mushrooms, and pomegranate arils, served with blackberry demi-glace.

Pairing

Owen Roe "The Kilmore" Pinot Noir, Yamhill-Carlton

Dessert05

Hazelnut–Almond Dacquoise

Hazelnut–almond meringue, layered espresso buttercream, and salted chocolate ganache.

Pairing

Argyle Brut Rosé, Willamette Valley

Courses are served as crafted — substitutions are not available for this tasting.

September 16th & 17th, 2026

17 Tickets Wednesday · 14 Thursday · Tickets Move Fast · $129 per person

Past Events

A collection of our most memorable culinary gatherings and seasonal celebrations.

Chef's Table: A Craft Beer Dinner
Chef's Table
July 15th & 16th, 2026

Chef's Table: A Craft Beer Dinner

A five-course beer dinner with every course paired to a thoughtfully selected craft beer, curated with Chef Zakk and Premier Beverage.

Event Concluded
Chef's Table: A Foley Family Wines Dinner
Chef's Table
May 20th & 21st, 2026

Chef's Table: A Foley Family Wines Dinner

An intimate, two-night Chef's Table featuring a five-course tasting menu paired with wines from Foley Family Wines — served at a single communal U-shaped table facing the kitchen.

Event Concluded
Italian-Inspired Wine Dinner Experience
Wine Dinner
March 18th & 19th, 2026

Italian-Inspired Wine Dinner Experience

A five-course, Italian-inspired menu paired with wines hand-selected by Chef Jared — a two-night celebration of bold flavors, thoughtful technique, and seamless pairings.

Event Concluded
Experience the Heights of Paso Robles with DAOU Wines
Wine Dinner
January 21st & 22nd, 2026

Experience the Heights of Paso Robles with DAOU Wines

An unforgettable evening celebrating the artistry of DAOU Vineyards, one of California's most acclaimed wineries. Perched high in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, DAOU crafts wines that marry bold mountain character with Bordeaux-inspired sophistication.

Event Concluded
Holiday Wine Discovery Expo
Wine Tasting
December 4, 2025

Holiday Wine Discovery Expo

A relaxed, free-flowing evening showcasing more than 20 exclusive bottles from around the world. Guests enjoyed tasting, comparing, and ordering wines for home delivery.

Event Concluded
Frog’s Leap Winery Dinner
Wine Dinner
November 19, 2025

Frog’s Leap Winery Dinner

Experience the art of food and wine pairing at our upcoming Frog’s Leap Winery Dinner.

Event Concluded
Spanish Wine Dinner
Chef's Table
September 17 & 18, 2025

Spanish Wine Dinner

A journey through the Rioja and Ribera del Duero regions featuring classic Spanish pairings and a 5-course tasting menu.

Event Concluded
Wait Until Dark
Dinner Theater
September 15, 22, 29, 2025

Wait Until Dark

A suspenseful drama paired with a three-course gourmet meal featuring roasted prime rib and Norwegian salmon.

Event Concluded
Est. 1911 • Mt. Vernon's Premier Dining

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