Chef Plating a Dish

Birds of a Feather

Featuring Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel and Arjav Ezekiel of Birdie’s and Founder of Senses Wines Christopher Strieter

Join us for an extraordinary event as the acclaimed team from Birdie’s, one of Austin’s most beloved and innovative restaurants, and founder of Senses Wines, Christopher Strieter, bring their signature flavor and flair to Blackberry Farm.

View Tentative Agenda

$1,300

Includes all event activities and group meals with wine pairings. Taxes and 20% service charge are additional. Event activity fee is sold per person and separately from room.

Event Description

Known for their vibrant, seasonal dishes and laidback yet refined approach to Italian and French-inspired cuisine, Birdie’s is renowned for capturing the essence of Texas with every bite. This special collaboration will showcase the creativity and passion that has made Birdie’s a standout in Austin’s dynamic food scene, the legendary hospitality and culinary traditions of Blackberry Farm, and curated wine pairings from Christopher Strieter of Senses Wines. Guests will indulge in a thoughtfully crafted menu, featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients with a distinctive blend of bold flavors and Southern hospitality – all served in the picturesque setting of Blackberry Farm.

Highlights and Features

  • Wine Pairings and Seminar with Christopher Strieter
  • Finale Dinner Menu Featuring Guest Chef Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel
  • Cooking Demonstration Featuring the Blackberry Farm Culinary Team
  • Cooking Demonstration Featuring Guest Chef Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel

Tentative Agenda

Birds of a Feather
Blackberry Farm 50th Anniversary

Welcome Reception
7:00pm at the Dogwood


Opening Dinner
7:30pm at the Dogwood

Menu by Executive Chef Trevor Iaconis 

Featuring wine from Senses Wines

Breakfast at Leisure
7:30-10:30am at the Main House


Cooking Demonstration
10:00am at The Barn

Featuring Executive Chef Cassidee Dabney and The Barn Culinary team


Wine Seminar
11:00am at Bramble Hall

Featuring Founder of Senses Wines Christopher Strieter and Beverage Director/Co-Owner of Birdie’s Arjav Ezekiel

Group Lunch
12:30pm at The Barn

Menu by Executive Chef Cassidee Dabney

Featuring wine from Senses Wines

Afternoon at Leisure

Dinner by Reservation

5:30-9:00pm at the Dogwood

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6:00-9:00pm at The Barn

Breakfast at Leisure
7:30-10:30am at the Main House

Cooking Demonstration

11:00am at The Barn

Featuring Guest Chef Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel of Birdie’s

 

Lunch at Leisure

12:00-2:30pm at the Main House

Afternoon at Leisure

 

Finale Reception
7:00pm at The Barn
 

Finale Dinner
7:30pm at The Barn

Menu by Executive Chef Cassidee Dabney and Guest Chef Tracy Malechek-Ezekiel

Featuring wine from Senses Wines

Breakfast at Leisure

7:30-10:30am at the Main House

 

Check Out & Fond Farewells

12:00pm at the Oak Cottage 

You are welcome to continue to enjoy the property after check out.

Dogwood Dinner Place Settings
Cooking Demonstration
Dinner in the Wine Cellar
Guests Wine Tasting
Chefs Preparing Dinner Service
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