The Baltimore Banner's Exclusive Food + Drink Events
We carefully curate memorable culinary events designed to offer the community an extraordinary and immersive dining journey. These events often go beyond the traditional dining experience, whether it involves the collaboration of two chefs crafting a one of a kind menu or going beyond the confines of a 4-course dinner. Our Food+Drink events strive to surpass the expectations of our guest.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
The Baltimore Banner and Old Westminster present
A Story of Summer: Four Courses on the Winery
Join us for an unforgettable evening at the stunning Old Westminster Winery, where Chef Tae will present a special four-course menu, each dish thoughtfully paired with estate wines selected by Old Westminster’s sommelier. Set against the backdrop of rolling vineyards and golden hour views, this all-inclusive summer celebration is a perfect blend of food, wine, and community.
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Old Westminster
1550 Old Westminster Rd, Westminster, MD 21157
Two seatings available: 5:30pm and 7:30pm.
Tickets $125.00 each and are all inclusive and include 4 courses, wine pairings, tax and gratuity.
Please purchase your ticket for your desired seating. Limited tickets available.
No Substitutions. If you have dietary restrictions or questions about allergies please contact Events@TheBaltimoreBanner.com.
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About Old Westminster:
Our story begins in the summer of 2000, when our family moved to a small farm in the rolling hills of Westminster, Maryland. It was once a retired juniper nursery that felt like a boundless adventure to us as kids.Our mom was a true ’90s homesteader — homeschooling three young children, growing food, and turning every challenge into a DIY project. With the help of our dad, a skilled carpenter, most projects turned out successfully. Together, they taught us the values of hard work, hospitality, and stewardship.In 2008, when the financial crisis halted our parent’s carpentry business, a new save-the-farm idea took root: What if we planted a vineyard? At the time, we were in college studying marketing, chemistry, and business. One “I’m in if you are” conversation later, we were all committed and Old Westminster Winery was born.In 2011, with a small loan from our grandfather, we planted 10,000 grapevines by hand. Drew led the vineyard, Lisa mastered winemaking, and Ashli built experiences and shared our journey online.We bottled our first wines in 2013, opened our tasting room in 2015, and expanded with Burnt Hill Farm in 2016. We introduced wood-fired pizza, private greenhouse dining, and Maryland’s first licensed outdoor kitchen in 2020 following the pandemic. In 2022, Drew was diagnosed with leukemia. He endured years of treatment, surviving with bone marrow transplants from both sisters. In 2024, he celebrated one year in complete remission. That same year, we were nationally recognized as "the young pioneers of American wine" by VinePair and officially purchased the winery from our parents.In 2025, we welcomed Chef Tae Strain as Culinary Director at Old Westminster Winery and Chef-Partner of the forthcoming Burnt Hill project.Our mission is simple: to bring people true moments of joy through wine and food, and to celebrate life together.
About Chef Tae Strain:
A Maryland native and 16-year veteran of the culinary world, joined Old Westminster as Culinary Director and chef-partner of the forthcoming Burnt Hill project. Chef Tae has led Michelin-starred kitchens — including The Progress in San Francisco, Momofuku in Washington, D.C., and PUBLIC in New York City. As a Korean-American adoptee, Tae continually explores identity, time, and place through food.
Take a look at this gorgeous winery!
Thank you to our sponsors
PAST EVENTS:
Coast to Table at Costiera
May 13, 2025
The Baltimore Banner presents: Coast to Table at Costiera
Guests jumped into a night of flavor at Coast to Table at Costiera, where five mouthwatering courses met five perfectly paired wines! Guests got cozy in an intimate setting as Chef Brian Lavin and Wine Specialist Monica Baker, Sustainability Ambassador for Jackson Family Wines, shared the secrets behind each dish and sip.
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Thank you to our sponsors
Off the Menu with MARTA: A Culinary Experience
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Off the Menu with MARTA: A Culinary Experience offered guests a five-course dining adventure featuring exclusive dishes not found on the regular menu at Marta, all prepared by Chef Matthew Oetting. Each course was paired with a wine selection from Old Westminster Winery, enhancing the flavors and elevating the experience. Before serving each dish, Chef Matthew personally introduced the ingredients and inspiration behind the dish in front of them. Guests will also heard from the sommelier of Old Westminster Winery, Joey Fox, throughout the evening. After each course, guests were invited to share their feedback allowing them to be part of the culinary journey from start to finish.
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
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ONE NIGHT: TWO OF BALTIMORE'S GREATEST CHEFS
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The Baltimore Banner partnered with Chef Matthew Oetting (Owner, Chef, Marta) and Chef Zack Mills (Co-Owner, Chef, True Chesapeake Oyster) to create an exclusive evening. This unique night featured 5 original dishes by both chefs, with beautiful wine pairings.
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
NiHao X The Baltimore Banner Special Event
January 17 & 30, 2024
The Baltimore Banner and Chef Peter Chang hosted a two night special event at NiHao in Canton. This event highlighted multiple courses, wine pairings, a duck carving by Chef Peter Chang, and the opportunity to hear from the team at NiHao about their inspiration, food, and culture.
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS
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