ANN ARBOR – The Guild of Artists & Artisans (The Guild) and the Gutman Gallery announce the annual return of the Artful Dining Experience. This year’s event marks the 2nd year of the fundraiser following the success of last year’s inaugural event which sold out in a single day, and will be held on June 1 at the Ann Arbor Club. The new venue allows for more participants in a cool and exclusive downtown space.
This creative and intimate event features a gourmet menu inspired by works on display at the Ann Arbor Club, curated by the Gutman Gallery as an extension of the 200 Exhibition on display in Gutman Gallery May 17 – June 29. The event will feature artwork by local artists, including pastels by Linda Klenczar, an acrylic, charcoal, and collage painting by Thomas Rosenbaum, and a mixed media painting by Marie Parmer, among others. The artwork celebrates Ann Arbor’s bicentennial with subjects that include Ann Arbor landmarks, community, icons, and more! All works will be available for purchase.
The dining experience includes contributions from several local businesses. Strolling spirit samples will be provided before the meal by the Ann Arbor Distilling Company with an option to purchase full bottles of your favorites (25% of these sales will benefit The Guild). The five-course curated meal is created in partnership with Chef Liam Ayer, who has worked in the food industry for 20+ years. The experience will feature fresh oysters from Monahan’s Seafood, assorted rolls and bread provided by Bird Dog Baking, delicious main courses including lamb and duck, and mini-cocktails paired with each course plus a special dessert from Ann Arbor Distilling Company. Full menu details below.
Tickets for this exclusive event cost $95 per person, with limited space available. This event is a fundraiser for The Guild of Artists and Artisans and allows the organization to continue to support independent artists and communities around southeast Michigan and beyond through the production of nine annual art fairs and management of the Gutman Gallery. Half of the price of the ticket is tax deductible. For ticket purchase and additional information, visit bit.ly/ArtfulDiningExperience24.
WHAT: Artful Dining Experience
WHEN: Saturday, June 1 at 7 PM
WHERE: Ann Arbor Club, 103 E Liberty St #300, Ann Arbor, MI 48104
MORE INFORMATION & UPDATES: @guildfairs OR @gutmangallery on Facebook and Instagram TO BUY TICKETS: bit.ly/ArtfulDiningExperience24
MENU DETAILS
First Course: A selection of east and west coast oysters shucked to order with accompaniments and child Green Lip mussels with a sesame mignotte, in partnership with Monahan’s Seafood. Paired with chilled vodka in an iced tall shot glass provided by Ann Arbor Distilling Company.
Second Course: Grilled asparagus and endive salad with local crumbled cheve tossed in a lemon vinaigrette. Paired with a Bee’s Knees mini cocktail provided by Ann Arbor Distilling Company.
Third Course: Seared crispy skin duck breast with Michigan Maple syrup reduction sauce and roasted patty pan squash. Paired with a Maple Whiskey Smash mini cocktail provided by Ann Arbor Distilling Company.
Fourth Course: Roast loin of lamb with pan reduction sauce presented over creamed potato and blistered green beans and grape tomatoes. Paired with an Old Fashioned or Mint Julep mini cocktail provided by Ann Arbor Distilling Company.
Fifth Course: A custom dessert cocktail provided by Ann Arbor Distilling Company. Assorted rolls & breads to accompany from Ypsilanti’s Bird Dog Bakery.
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The Guild of Artists & Artisans is a non-profit, membership organization of professional artists. Established in 1970, The Guild’s mission is to promote community awareness, understanding and appreciation of the visual arts and to maintain a support network for artists, which provides educational, mentoring and marketing opportunities. The Guild is recognized and valued for its ability to showcase independent artists, bringing their artwork to the community via its juried fine art and fine craft fairs. It is a trusted source for artists and fairgoers alike. The Guild is best known for its award-winning Ann Arbor Summer Art Fair.
Gutman Gallery is an inclusive fine art space open to all regardless of gender, sexual orientation, religion, racial group, etc. Not only is the gallery home to rotating art exhibitions and a gallery shop, but it also provides a creative space for the community to come together for workshops and events, both in-person and online.
