Dine & Discover: Transformation
August 14
6:30 – 9:30 pm
$135 per person
Leave the kids at home, this event is 21+
Celebrate the beauty of change.
The Museum of Life and Science invites you to Dine & Discover, a dining experience of artistic precision. You’ll see nature’s transformations through our pollinators, from plants to palates, while you enjoy a signature cocktail among a circulation of hors d’oeuvres. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to chat with members of our Butterfly House Team and create a custom piece with award-winning printmaker, Katie Hayes. After your memorable encounter, take a seat in our newly renovated Butterfly House Pavilion for a meal that blends delicate flavors with effortless elegance.
This is more than just dinner – Prepare for an evening that transforms not only your plate, but your perspective. We can’t wait to share it with you!
Your ticket includes:
- Four-course meal
- One complimentary adult beverage
- Focused experience unique to our Museum
- Custom block-printed piece to take home
Menu
Passed Appetizers
- Antipasto Skewer of local salami, marinated artichoke, olive, fresh mozzarella, heirloom tomato, basil & garlic oil
- Bay Style “Crab Cake” with a red pepper remoulade
- Harissa Grilled Chicken with feta, yogurt, and cucumber
Fresh rolls and butter
Plated salad
- Watermelon Salad with arugula, baby kale, charred onion, heirloom tomato, pickled watermelon rind, cider vinaigrette, and feta
Buffet dinner
- Spring Vegetable Medley of roasted onions, summer squash, zucchini, and bell peppers
- Toasted parmesan mashed potatoes
- Sundried tomato and Asiago-stuffed chicken with roasted Brussels Sprouts in brown butter with a caper sauce
- Roasted pork tenderloin in a brandy–cider glaze
Specialty meal
Available by request only – indicate preference during ticket purchase. Limited quantity available.
- Cumin-seared sweet potato with chorizo-spiked walnuts and roasted broccoli, black bean puree, and pico de gallo
Dessert
- Tia Maria Cookie Stacks, coffee liqueur-brushed chocolate chip cookies, whipped cream, mocha buttercream, and chocolate-covered espresso beans
Fruit Display
- Sliced seasonal fruits, berries, orange, and yogurt sauce