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Four-Course Dinner
Savor an
Unforgettable Evening
Each Starrett House dinner is an evening of history, artistry, and community.
Every menu is hand-crafted and prepared by Executive Chef Troy of Spirits Bar & Grill, alongside students from the Bayside Skills Center, using fresh produce grown in The Old Alcohol Plant gardens.
Seats are limited to just 16 guests.
Upcoming Dinners
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Your evening supports the preservation of The Starrett House and
the mission of Bayside Housing & Services.
A Taste of Evenings Past
A look back at previous & current four-course dinners, where every menu
carried the flavors of the gardens and the spirit of the season.
The Slow Burn of Autumn
October 22nd, 2025
Course I:
Roasted Squash & Charred Sweet Potato Warm Salad with Crispy Chickpeas
Course II:
Tomato & Leek Bisque
Course III:
Coffee & Bourbon Braised Short Ribs with Parsnip & Potato Puree
Course IV:
Pumpkin Cheesecake with Cinnamon Meringue Spiced Whipped Cream
Mid-Winter Thaw
February 12th, 2025
Course I:
A modern twist on a classic Caesar salad, featuring charred broccoli, crispy chickpeas, and a bold, creamy dressing.
Course II:
Rich, melty Brie paired over maple-glazed Brussel sprouts, and crisp pancetta.
Course III:
Beef Wellington filled with chestnut stuffing, roasted cranberries, and served atop bourbon-blazed leeks with a pistachio garnish.
Course IV:
Chocolate Torte
Flavors of Early Summer
June 11th, 2025
Course I:
Garden greens, Watermelon,
Grape tomato and feta salad with Salmoriglio Vinaigrette.
Course II:
Tzatziki Shrimp canapés with prosciutto
Course III:
Freshly caught baked Halibut with Basil Chimichurri and polenta
Course IV:
Tiramisu
Every Dinner is a Journey
From the gardens that inspire each ingredient to the chef’s artistry, the carefully crafted menu,
and the students who lend their hands, your evening is layered with intention and purpose.
The Gardens
Where the Ingredients begin.
From soil to table, the Old Alcohol Plant gardens provide the heartbeat of every dinner. Seasonal herbs, vegetables, and blossoms are harvested at their peak, bringing freshness and vibrancy that only a hand-tended garden can offer.
The Chef
Who transforms them.
Chef Troy of Spirits Bar & Grill, transforms harvests from the garden into four courses of artistry. His decades of experience, paired with an instinct for balance and surprise, create dishes that feel both timeless and new. Each plate reflects his vision: thoughtful, seasonal, and unforgettable.
The Menu
The crafted courses you'll enjoy
Menus change with the season and each course is composed for balance, texture, and story. Expect elegant plating, warm service, and a paced experience that lets you savor the evening.
The Skills Center
The hands helping behind the scene.
Bayside Skill Center students assist in prep and service, earning real kitchen experience while helping create a special evening.
