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Culinary Moments

Guest Residence Chefs

Birdwood Mansion plays host to an ever-evolving calendar of culinary moments, welcoming guest residence chefs from near and far. These celebrated talents collaborate with our in-house culinary team to craft exclusive menus and pop-up dining experiences. From multi-course wine dinners to chef-led demos and interactive tastings, these events bring fresh perspective and creative flair to our historic table.

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A plated seared beef steak with greens and crispy garnish, surrounded by dots of sauces on a white dish.
Three golden fried dumplings with herb garnish sit on a slate plate as a person in red stands behind them.
A white bowl of yellow broth with charred meat and green herb garnish, on the table.

Guest Chef Brother Luck

November 12-15

The Dining Room at Birdwood Mansion is excited to welcome Chef Brother Luck for a curated culinary experience this November. Passionate about mental health, mentorship, and building a brand that outlasts the spotlight, Chef Luck is a Top Chef alum, author of No Lucks Given, and restaurateur behind Four by Brother Luck in Colorado Springs.

Dining Reservations Coming Soon

A Word From Brother Luck

"This residency is a homecoming. Chef Brother Luck’s family story begins in Pittsylvania County and Danville, Virginia, and he is the first man of his name to return to the state in roughly a century. After years of genealogical research tracing seven generations of his family, he is bringing that history to the table. The menu translates documented family foodways into modern fine dining, from the banks of the Dan River to his grandmother’s Louisiana kitchen, built on heirloom Southern ingredients, family recipes, and Virginia ingredients. Guests won’t just taste the food. They’ll hear the story behind every course."

Previous Guest Chefs

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Chef Kitty
Visiting Date: July 2026

Owner & Chef Kitty of Monsoon Siam delighted guests with a dining experience showcasing the vibrant flavors and traditions of Thailand. Guests enjoyed a thoughtfully curated five-course Asian family-style menu, inspired by Thailand's royal cuisine, bustling street markets, and regional specialties, all served in the historic elegance of Birdwood Mansion.

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Chef Ronald Duprat
Visiting Date: June 2026

Ron Duprat is an award-winning chef celebrated for blending rich Haitian and Caribbean heritage flavors with French accents. A standout on Top Chef and named Industry Chef of the Year by the Black Culinarian Alliance, Duprat has cooked for multiple celebrities. He also serves with the U.S. Department of State’s Chef Corps and is a passionate advocate for food justice, childhood nutrition and culinary education worldwide. His residency at Birdwood Mansion was preambled with the mansion's official grand opening in June of 2026.

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Chef Mathieu Chartron
Visiting Date: April 2026

Chef Mathieu Chartron served as the inaugural guest chef at The Dining Room at Birdwood Mansion, helping launch the restaurant during April 22 - May 3. Raised in his family’s hotel and restaurant in Saint-Donat-sur-l’Herbasse, France, Chartron built his career in acclaimed kitchens including Restaurant Guy Savoy in Paris and Las Vegas. During his residency, guests experienced curated three-course and six-course tasting menus that marked the beginning of Birdwood Mansion’s guest chef series.