Chef's Table

Chef’s Table at Black Iris: An Immersive Dinner Experience…with a Murderous Twist

Join us at Black Iris Social Club for an unforgettable evening where exceptional cuisine, Virginia wine, historic spirits, fine art, premium cigars—and a little murder—come together for a truly immersive experience.

This intimate Chef’s Table experience features a family-style dinner prepared by Chef James Ball of Rappahannock Oyster Co., paired with Virginia wines presented by Stan Joynes of Valley Road Vineyards, cocktails from Sam Samuelson of Waterman’s Spirits, and a special Laird’s Apple Brandy tasting with Emily Laird.

Throughout the evening, guests will also experience the work of Richmond artist Vinnie Gonzalez and become part of an immersive murder mystery presented by The Cyber Space.

The Evening Includes

• Family-style dinner by Chef James Ball of Rappahannock Oyster Co.
• Rappahannock oysters
• Whole roasted chicken
• Hickory-smoked pork tenderloin
• Fried flounder
• Seasonal sides including charred corn, roasted squash and smoked red sea peas
• Apple pie, Virginia peanut tart and flambéed grapes
• Multiple Virginia wine pairings from Valley Road Vineyards
• Welcome and dessert cocktails from Waterman’s Spirits
• Laird’s Apple Brandy tasting with Emily Laird
• Apple brandy and premium La Aurora cigar pairing
• Featured artwork and conversation with Richmond artist Vinnie Gonzalez
• An immersive murder mystery presented by The Cyber Space

Event Details

Thursday, September 3, 2026
6:00–9:00 PM
Dinner begins at 7:00 PM
Cigars begin at 9:15 PM and continue into the evening

Black Iris Social Club
Richmond, Virginia

Tickets: $100 per person

Seating is intentionally limited to create an intimate, interactive Chef’s Table experience. Advance reservations are required.

Come for the dinner. Stay for the spirits and cigars. And somewhere along the way…solve a murder.