The Chef's Counter
Eight seats, nine courses, one very personal tasting menu.
- Friday, November 13
- 7:00 PM
- Plaza Midwood, Charlotte
- All 8 seats taken
The story
Simone built a walnut counter in her converted bungalow and cooks for eight guests, plating each course within arm's reach. It's fine dining without the hush — she'll tell you where every ingredient came from, and why it matters to her.
Sample menu
Three courses · subject to the season- 1First
Benne-seed cracker, cultured butter, smoked trout roe
One of nine courses
- 2Middle
Suya-spiced duck, sweet potato, sorghum jus
Pescatarian swaps available
- 3Finish
Muscadine sorbet, toasted rice, burnt honey
With mignardises
What to expect
- Nine courses over about three hours
- Optional wine pairing
- Counter seating, watch every plate
- Dietary notes collected ahead of time
At the table
Guest notes
“Felt like a Michelin night in a friend's living room.”
Illustrative sample note for this concept — not a verified review.
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November 13 · Full