Nothing says summer like dinner on the riverfront. And Brazen Standard Hospitality is preparing to deliver with their new Urban Farm Dinner Series, slated to take place on the Riverwalk patio at The Starling, 102 N. Water St. in the Historic Third Ward.
Dates for upcoming themed dinners are:
Summer White Party
Sunday, Aug. 18 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Fall Harvest
Sunday, October 6 from 6 to 9 p.m.
During each of the dinners, guests will partake in a one-of-a-kind experience, enjoying fare made with ingredients from local farmers and purveyors while taking in the picturesque view of the river. Communal seating at one long table will underscore the urban farm-to-table theme.
"Our Urban Farm Dinner Series exemplifies our dedication to supporting local businesses and farms while promoting sustainable practices,” said Dan Nowak, CEO of Brazen Standard Hospitality.
“By sourcing ingredients from nearby farms, we not only ensure the freshest and highest quality products, but we also reduce our carbon footprint while supporting the local economy. These dinners are more than just meals; they're a celebration of local flavors, a testament to our commitment to environmental stewardship, and a way to connect our guests with the community around them."
Tickets for the Urban Farm Dinners are $125 per person and can be purchased online. All tickets include dinner, plenty of beer and wine and a seasonal cocktail. Due to the nature of the event, seating is limited to 50 guests per experience.
As a passionate champion of the local dining scene, Lori has reimagined the restaurant critic's role into that of a trusted dining concierge, guiding food lovers to delightful culinary discoveries and memorable experiences.
Lori is an avid cook whose accrual of condiments and spices is rivaled only by her cookbook collection. Her passion for the culinary industry was birthed while balancing A&W root beer mugs as a teenage carhop, fed by insatiable curiosity and fueled by the people whose stories entwine with every dish. Lori is the author of two books: the "Wisconsin Field to Fork" cookbook and "Milwaukee Food". Her work has garnered journalism awards from entities including the Milwaukee Press Club. In 2024, Lori was honored with a "Top 20 Women in Hospitality to Watch" award by the Wisconsin Restaurant Association.
When she’s not eating, photographing food, writing or planning for TV and radio spots, you’ll find Lori seeking out adventures with her husband Paul, traveling, cooking, reading, learning, snuggling with her cats and looking for ways to make a difference.
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