PAIRING DINNERS

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Our unique, signature events.

Our themed food & wine pairings have become our signature ticketed event. Our cozy, vibey space provides the perfect ambiance for intimate, pairings in West Highwood, bringing together community, building new friendships, and sparking good conversation - continuing into the evening with our equally popular “after parties”.

We pride ourselves on collaborating with local businesses to bring you a sampling of what Highwood and the surrounding areas have to offer. Local chefs and restaurants contribute to, or curate elevated, small plates that highlight the flavors of indigenous wine varietals from around the globe.

Join us for The Merchant Experience.

A table set with glasses, water bottles, pink roses, and a menu featuring a wine and food pairing.
A close-up of food tapas on black and white serving plates, featuring small sandwiches topped with shredded lettuce and cherry tomatoes, on a stove top with multiple burners.
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Themed Pairings to Date

Taste of Portugal | Greek Odyssey | Basque Region | Puglia | A Night in Bordeaux | Taste of Italy |
Baja California/Mexico |
Sea & Sip Albariño | Bubbles from Around the World | U.S. Pinot Noir | Seduce Your Senses French Wine | Lambrusco Elevated | Red, White & Bubbly 4th of July Brunch | Rosé Soirée | Art of Agave

Past culinary partner collaborations have included:

Logo with a dragonfly above the text 'Toffee Traditions'
Logo for Season American Bistro with a black background, yellow and black color scheme, featuring a circle, a wheat stalk, and the text 'PXCA' and 'Season American Bistro'.
Close-up of the EMA logo with black and gold text.
A graphic of Spain with the Spanish flag colors, overlaid with the text "Emilio's Tapas," "Since 1988," and the website "www.EmiliosTapas.com".
Logo of La Plancha Loca Taqueria with a flaming grill over the text.
Black text logo reading 'avex' with smaller text underneath that is not legible.
Logo for Hirsch's Northshore Private Chef & Catering Inc. featuring a chef's hat.
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The logo for Longitud315 featuring a flame design and stylized text.
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Chef Felipe Toro

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