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Libations & Culinary Creations
In celebration of culinary excellence and libation creativity, Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery is hosting Libations & Culinary Creations, on Thursday April 13th, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. This exclusive event will feature Executive Chef Stephen Kruger, Celebrity Mixologist Rob Floyd, and Nashville Recording Artist Madeline James.
Executive Chef and Culinary Director Stephen Kruger is the creative force behind all food and wine programming at Belle Meade. Additionally, Chef Stephen is at the helm of the Belle Meade Meat & Three, providing traditional Southern cuisine for all of Belle Meade’s daily guests and tourism groups. A graduate of the International Culinary School at the Art Institute of Colorado, he has spent over 10 years in the restaurant and hospitality industry.
Rob Floyd, one of the most recognized names in the cocktail industry, is featured on shows like Bar Rescue, Fox and Friends, and Access Hollywood. Rob launched an alcohol-infused whipped cream with celebrity Cardi B called Whip Shots that is now sold nationally. His “Cocktail Theatre” focuses on both history and storytelling, combined with under-the-radar ingredients, creating not just a cocktail, but an adventure in a glass and a feast for the senses.
Nashville recording artist Madeline James debuted her first album in 2018 following that up with the much-anticipated single Precious in 2021. Her iconic sound, with inspiration from Taylor Swift, Carole King, and Billy Joel, will provide unmatched ambiance to this event.
Libations & Culinary Creations will take place on April 13th, 2023, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. in the Carriage House at Belle Meade. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. The evening will begin with a welcome glass of sparkling wine and select hand crafted hors d’oeuvres. Rob Floyd will present his interactive cocktail theatre where he uses his storytelling and mastery of mixology to explore different cocktails to compliment the evening meal. The night will end with a four-course Chef Inspired Food and Wine Pairing where Executive Chef Stephen Kruger will introduce a variety of flavorful profiles. Each course will be paired with a selection from the exclusive wines of Belle Meade. We invite you to come celebrate extraordinary wine, creative cocktails, and Southern cuisine at its finest at Belle Meade Historic Site & Winery.