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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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Gourmet dishes plated on white porcelain, featuring seafood and greens with colorful garnishes and sauces, ready to serve.

Guest Chef Kitty

Taste of Thailand: July 15-19
A Five-Night Culinary Residency

$125 per guest
Optional Virginia Wine Pairing | $59 per guest
Exclusive of tax and service charge

Experience an unforgettable celebration of Thai cuisine during this exclusive five-night culinary residency at Birdwood Mansion.

Join Owner & Chef Kitty and Chef Pooh of Monsoon Siam for a dining experience showcasing the vibrant flavors and traditions of Thailand. Guests will enjoy 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.

Designed to be shared, each course reflects the warmth and hospitality at the heart of Thai dining, creating an immersive evening of exceptional cuisine, culture, and connection.

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Reserve Your Table

Limited Engagement. Reservations Required.

Previous Guest Chefs

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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 Dates: April/May 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.