Engage. Aspire. Taste.

At The War Memorial, we believe in the power of cuisine as art. For our first Evening with Chef Joe Paxton event for 2024, we celebrate our Michigan Spring with a culinary experience inspired by the reawakening of nature we experience at this time each year.

Join us for a special evening that includes a 4-course meal featuring remarks by Executive Chef Paxton, suggested wine pairings, and a full cash bar throughout the evening. When you arrive you will receive your choice of a glass of sparkling wine or water to begin the evening. Tickets are available with and without our suggested wine pairings. Full menu information, including wine selections, listed below.

Ticket Information

Dinner Ticket: $75

Dinner Ticket with Paired Wine: $95

Full Cash Bar will be available throughout the evening

Your ticket price already includes a 21% gratuity and 6% Michigan sales tax

*Dinner experiences at The War Memorial require a minimum attendance; guest minimums may vary per event. If the minimum attendance requirement is not met for this event, you will be notified by Friday, April 12, 2024 with a rescheduled date or the option to receive a full refund.

Your Evening

6:30pm: Doors Open
7:00pm: Dinner Service Begins

Your evening’s menu

Starter

On Your Table Upon Arrival Spring veggies, green goddess dressing, and grilled bread

First Course

Halloumi Fries with hot honey and fresh herbs

Optional Wine Pairing: San Rocco Valpolicella Ripasso

Second Course

Seared Diver Scallop and Grilled Shrimp with Corn and Potato Succotash, Jolli Cochon (jowl bacon/ramp pesto)

Optional Wine Pairing: Broglia Gavi La Meriana 

Third Course

Pistachio Crème Brulee with roasted strawberry/pistachio gremolata

Optional Wine Pairing: Marenco Strev Moscato d'Asti

Please note: Due to the unique nature of this event and menu substitutions cannot be accommodated.