THE NEW VINTAGE: A SOPHISTICATED FOOD & WINE SOIRéE
Join us for The New Vintage - an exclusive Friday night event in downtown Seattle. Enjoy wine from top wineries, dishes from Washington state’s top chefs, signature cocktails, and live entertainment. Dress to impress for an unforgettable evening of elegance, excitement, and innovation. Don’t miss this celebration of taste and style!
DATE: MARCH 2026
TIME: 7:30PM-10:30PM (VIP ENTRY AT 6:30PM)
WHERE: The Sanctuary Grand Ballroom at the Lotte Hotel Seattle 811 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104
WHAT’S INCLUDED: All food & beverage is included.
WHAT TO EXPECT: This is a fancy Friday night party and walk around tasting experience. Expect to eat, drink and dance the night away!
WHO SHOULD GO: The New Vintage is perfect for date night, foodies, wine enthusiasts, and really anyone who loves a good party!
GENERAL INFO
THE HIGHLIGHTS
PREMIERE WINE TASTING
A dozen prestigious WA state wineries who will be pouring a selection of their newest vintages. View the lineup below.
BITES FROM TOP RESTAURANTS
Restaurants from all over the state and multiple James Beard Award Nominated Chefs. View the lineup below.
SIGNATURE COCKTAILS
You can also forward to a very special experience with Roku Gin featuring some exceptional cocktails.
We’ll have more drinks crafted by legendary bartender and owner of Roquette, Erik Hakkinen - a 2025 James Beard Award semi-finalist for Outstanding Bar!
DANCE PARTY
Get ready to move all night long with DJ Supreme La Rock and join us for an electrifying dance party.
THE CHEFS
THE MENU
Matia Kitchen | Chef Avery Adams
Beet & Chevre Donut, Smoked Egg Yolk (V)
Spinasse | Chef Stuart Lane
Brisket Bruschetta with Fonduta
Walden | Chef Gabriella Russo
Crab & Johnnycake
The Wandering Table | Chef Adam Hegsted + Aaron Fish
Chanterelle Mushroom Tart (V)
Charcuterina | Nicole Dowds
Charcuterie Cones (GF)
Crafted | Chef Dan Koommoo
Beet Cured Yakima Nation Sturgeon (GF, DF)
Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen | Chef Tina Fahnbulleh
Red Red: Black-eyed pea stew (GF, DF, VG)
Kilig/Wild Cats Catering | Chef Mel Miranda
Mushroom Adobo Tart (V)
L'Oursin | Chef J. J. Proville
French Onion Soup
Nell Thorn | Chef James Donahue
Foraged Mushroom Risotto (V)
Pintxo by Valdemar Estates | Chef Lauren Jackson
Basque-Style Pintxos (Selection of Small Bites)
Ramie | Chef Trinh & Chef Thai Nguyen
Thai Green Curry (GF, DF, VG)
The Fat Pastor | Chef Shawn Niles
Smoked Brisket Sliders
*V= Vegetarian *VG= Vegan
*GF= Gluten Free *DF=Dairy Free
WHO’S PLATING?
Crafted | Yakima
Kilig and Wild Cats Catering | Seattle
Lark | Seattle
Matia Kitchen | San Juan Islands
Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen | Seattle
Nell Thorn Waterfront Bistro & Bar | La Conner
Walden | San Juan Islands
Pintxo by Valdemar Estates | Woodinville
Ramie | Seattle
Spinasse | Seattle
The Fat Pastor | Yakima
The Wandering Table | Spokane
Charcuterina | Seattle
L’Oursin | Seattle
The New Vintage benefits 501(c)(3) Gates Open WA, a Washington State based, non-profit, charitable grant-making organization that provides financial and connective support for art projects and artists in Washington State.
