Experience an unforgettable evening at Restaurant François in Downtown Austin, where culinary artistry meets the richness of Texas' peak-season ingredients. Guests are invited to enjoy a multi-course menu, thoughtfully crafted to highlight the region's freshest produce, meats, and seafood through inventive techniques and elegant presentation.

Each course is paired with exceptional wines, selected from rare or library bottles to enhance every flavor, aroma, and texture. The tasting journey begins with Champagne, flows through distinguished Burgundy and Barolo selections, and concludes with a storied dessert wine. Each pairing is designed to complement the progression of the meal, creating a cohesive and immersive dining experience.

About the Experience

This dinner is designed as an intimate evening of focus and flow, where guests are invited to settle in and let the progression unfold without interruption. The pace is deliberate and unhurried, creating space for conversation, reflection, and appreciation of each course as it arrives. Hosting is attentive yet restrained, allowing the food, pairings, and company to remain at the center of the experience.

What To Expect

• A seated, multi-course menu
• Peak-season Texas ingredients prepared with inventive technique
• Thoughtfully selected wine pairings, including rare and library bottles
• A gradual progression of small plates from light to deeply savory
• An intimate setting with attentive, understated hosting

This is a guided tasting menu experience designed to be enjoyed slowly, with each course and pairing building toward a complete and immersive evening at the table.

Membership Access

This experience is available to Black Orchid members with access to the Austin chapter. Membership is required to attend.