Join DLM Wine Consultant & Certified Specialist of Wine Teresa Kearney and Chef Carrie Walters and be inspired with food and wine pairings with simple yet sensational dishes and fantastic wine choices for your next summer gathering.

Experience a taste of Chicago with a menu inspired by Lula Café, a pioneering farm-to-table restaurant. Chef Carrie Walters and Teresa Kearney will pair each course with wine to complete the experience.

Global inspirations come together to celebrate savory indulgence and innovative twists in this Food and Wine Class with Chef Carrie and George Punter, CSW. Start with Caesar Salad Deviled Eggs, where creamy yolks are whipped with Parmesan, garlic, anchovy paste, and lemon, capturing Caesar dressing’s essence. Miso Shrimp and Corn Salad combines succulent shrimp, sweet corn, and the umami depth of miso paste. Next, indulge in Surf and Turf with Gochujang Black Pepper Sauce, featuring tender filet mignon paired with a spicy Korean-inspired black pepper sauce and grilled lobster tail. Finish with Semolina Cake with Lemon and Fennel, an aromatic dessert with tender semolina, zesty lemon, and fennel. You'll enjoy George's explanations of each wine he chose for this incredible menu.

Join Peggy Neary, Ruth Neely, and Teresa Kearney, CSW, for our beloved annual celebration honoring Julia Child's birthday—now in its eighth year. This special food and wine event returns to its roots with the original 2017 menu featuring iconic dishes that made Julia legendary. We’ll begin with Quiche Lorraine and Soupe à l'Oignon. Our third course will be Sole Meunière—the dish that began her culinary journey. You'll indulge in the rich complexity of Boeuf à la Bourguignonne. Dessert will be a fabulous Soufflé à l'Orange, a tribute to Julia’s fearless cooking. Each course will be paired with French wines selected by Teresa. Join us as we raise a glass to Julia’s enduring impact on American cuisine and her adventurous culinary spirit!