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Upcoming Events
Members enjoy access to a community centered on great food, meaningful conversation, and genuine connection. Through a thoughtfully curated calendar of dining and social experiences, from celebrated kitchens to neighborhood hidden gems, each gathering is designed to create space for presence, ease, and connection. Explore what’s ahead and join a community where food, culture, and conversation come first.
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October Supper
As October settles into Austin, Black Orchid members, invited guests, and select partners will gather at The Guest House for an intimate evening of relaxed luxury and refined hospitality. An indulgent multi-course menu featuring steak, oysters, lobster, and other exceptional ingredients sets the tone for the evening.
About the Experience
Designed as an intimate seated dinner, the evening pairs an opulent menu with the understated setting of The Guest House. Courses will be served at an unhurried pace, allowing the evening to unfold naturally against a warm, elegant backdrop.
What To Expect
- A multi-course menu
- Thoughtful preparation and refined presentation
- An intimate seated format
- Attentive hospitality throughout the evening
- A relaxed, understated setting at The Guest House
- Limited seating
An intimate Austin dinner centered around exceptional ingredients, generous hospitality, and an evening that feels effortlessly indulgent.
Access
This dinner is reserved for Black Orchid members with Austin Chapter access, invited guests, and participating partners.
For prospective members, attendance is by invitation or approved access.
Seating is limited. Request access to join us on October 15.
The Midnight Soirée
For a special autumn evening inspired by Día de los Muertos, Black Orchid members, invited guests, and select partners will gather for cocktails, passed bites, music, and an immersive evening of food and hospitality.
Set in an atmospheric space, the evening will unfold through handcrafted cocktails, elevated hors d’oeuvres, rich florals, and seasonal details. The setting will be intimate and refined, with a sense of mystery that complements the traditions and visual richness of Día de los Muertos.
About The Experience
The Midnight Soirée draws inspiration from the colors, textures, and traditions of Día de los Muertos, interpreted through a distinctly Black Orchid lens.
Expect handcrafted cocktails, thoughtfully curated bites, music, rich florals, and an atmospheric setting designed for an elegant and unhurried evening.
What To Expect
- Handcrafted cocktails inspired by Día de los Muertos
- Elevated passed hors d’oeuvres and curated bites
- Rich florals and seasonal details
- Music and an atmospheric setting
- An intimate evening inspired by Mexican tradition and celebration
- Limited seating
Access
This experience is reserved for Black Orchid members with Los Angeles Chapter access, invited guests, and participating partners.
For prospective members, attendance is by invitation or approved access.
Seating is limited. Request access to join us on October 20th.
Winter Holiday Supper
This December, Black Orchid members, invited guests, and select partners will gather for an intimate Spanish-style holiday dinner designed to capture the warmth and quiet elegance of the season. Set within the refined surroundings of a private residence, the evening will feature a thoughtfully composed multi-course menu, elevated hospitality, and understated festive details.
About the Experience
This seated dinner is an elegant expression of the holiday season, pairing a carefully crafted Spanish-style holiday feast in a sophisticated setting. Courses will be served at a relaxed pace, allowing the evening to unfold naturally in a setting that feels polished yet inviting.
The evening will embrace a modern holiday aesthetic, with subtle seasonal elements, soft neutrals, and touches of gold creating an atmosphere that feels festive, refined, and restrained.
What To Expect
- A multi-course dinner featuring thoughtfully selected winter ingredients
- An elegant holiday setting at a private residence
- Understated seasonal details with a modern holiday aesthetic
- A relaxed, intimate seated format
- Refined hospitality and thoughtful presentation
- Limited seating
A polished holiday Spanish-style dinner designed to feel warm, effortless, and quietly celebratory.
Access
This experience is reserved for Black Orchid members with Austin Chapter access, invited guests, and participating partners.
For prospective members, attendance is by invitation or approved access.
Seating is limited. Request access to join us on December 5th.
The Holiday Table
This December, Black Orchid members, invited guests, and select partners will gather in the private dining room at Scopa in Venice for an intimate holiday dinner inspired by the warmth and generosity of an Italian table. Served family-style, the evening will bring together comforting Italian flavors, thoughtful hospitality, and the lively spirit of the season in one of Venice’s beloved dining rooms.
About the Experience
This seated, family-style dinner celebrates the pleasures of sharing a meal. Dishes will arrive at the table to be passed and enjoyed together, creating a relaxed rhythm throughout the evening.
At Scopa, the atmosphere is warm, energetic, and distinctly Venetian. The holiday setting will complement the restaurant’s character with subtle seasonal details, while the menu offers a festive take on the rich, comforting flavors of Italian cooking.
What To Expect
- A multi-course, family-style holiday dinner
- Italian-inspired dishes featuring rich, comforting seasonal flavors
- Shared plates served throughout the table
- A warm, intimate setting with understated holiday details
- Thoughtful hospitality and a relaxed pace
- Limited seating
A festive evening at Scopa that brings together generous Italian cooking, warm hospitality, and the easy pleasure of a holiday meal shared around the table.
Access
This experience is reserved for Black Orchid members with Los Angeles Chapter access, invited guests, and participating partners.
For prospective members, attendance is by invitation or approved access.
Seating is limited. Request access to join us on December 12th.