Setting the Table: Wine Upgrade

Three wines. One purpose. Easier conversations.

There’s something about sharing wine that softens the edges of difficult topics. It signals that this is a gathering, not a meeting. A moment of connection, not an obligation.

Our wine pairing service brings three thoughtfully selected wines to your Setting the Table dinner – custom curated by Dylan’s Wine Cellar to complement your meal, suit the pacing of the evening, and create an atmosphere of warmth and openness.

What’s Included:

  • Three premium wines selected specifically for your dinner
  • Pairing consultation – we ask about your family’s preferences (reds vs. whites, sweet vs. dry, adventurous vs. classic)
  • Delivery to your home before your session
  • Tasting notes and serving suggestions
  • Enough for generous pours throughout the 2-3 hour conversation
  • If you book the chef upgrade, will work directly with the chef as well

Description

Three wines. One purpose. Easier conversations.

There’s something about sharing wine that softens the edges of difficult topics. It signals that this is a gathering, not a meeting. A moment of connection, not an obligation.

Our wine pairing service brings three thoughtfully selected wines to your Setting the Table dinner – custom curated by Dylan’s Wine Cellar to complement your meal, suit the pacing of the evening, and create an atmosphere of warmth and openness.

What’s Included:

  • Three premium wines selected specifically for your dinner
  • Pairing consultation – we ask about your family’s preferences (reds vs. whites, sweet vs. dry, adventurous vs. classic)
  • Delivery to your home before your session
  • Tasting notes and serving suggestions
  • Enough for generous pours throughout the 2-3 hour conversation
  • If you book the chef upgrade, will work directly with the chef as well

The Pairing:

Typically, we suggest:

  • A light, welcoming wine to start (sparkling or crisp white)
  • A fuller-bodied option as the conversation deepens (red or rosé)
  • A comforting finish for the end of the evening

But we customize based on your meal, your family’s tastes, and the season.

Why It Matters:

Wine won’t make the hard parts easy, but it helps create the conditions for honesty: a shared ritual, a reason to pause, a reminder that even serious conversations can be held with grace and even joy.

Pricing: $100 per person (all participants 21+)

How It Works:

After you add this upgrade, you’ll receive a brief questionnaire about wine preferences and your planned menu. We’ll curate your selection and deliver to your dinner with simple serving instructions.

Note: This upgrade requires all dinner participants to be 21 or older, or for non-drinking family members to be comfortable with wine being served. We’re happy to discuss non-alcoholic pairing options if that better suits your family.