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Treat yourself like royalty this Valentine’s Day! You and your guests are cordially invited to an unparalleled wine-pairing dinner and lively, unique social experience featuring Royal Chef Darren McGrady. Don’t miss the final year of this beloved tradition!
Chef Darren McGrady served as the personal chef to Princess Diana and the British Royal Family for 15 years and has cooked for five U.S. Presidents. He has shared his culinary expertise on numerous international television programs, covering royal events, celebrity interviews, and renowned morning shows. Today, he continues to inspire as a chef, author, YouTube sensation, and public speaker. He has graced this event for over a decade with his extraordinary menus, perfectly paired with Lone Star Winery’s “Ranch Wines” Collection.
This year, we celebrate the final chapter of this cherished tradition in the beautiful and inviting home of winery owners Ron and Deanna Ross as we anticipate new adventures with Chef Darren McGrady at The Triple R Ranch & Winery. It’s your last chance to experience the intimate setting of rotating tables between courses in our winemaker’s home. Feel the warmth, laughter, and culinary magic that make this evening so special.
Seating is Limited – Reserve Your Spot Now!
- Club Member early bird pricing ends on January 1st
- Tickets go on sale to the general public on January 2nd
- Ticket Sales End February 6th
Don’t miss this unforgettable farewell to a fantastic event!
Here’s What Awaits:
- Receive a welcome glass of our premium sparkling wine
- Indulge in heavy passed hors-d’oeuvres
- Savor a 4-course dinner prepared and presented by Royal Chef Darren McGrady
- Delight in 4 Ranch Wines to pair with each course
- Enjoy live music performed by a local artist
- Experience unique rotated seating for each course throughout the winemaker’s home
Event Date: Friday, February 14th, 7:00 pm
Attire: Relaxed Cocktail
Event Location: 1503 Silverlake Road, McKinney, TX 75072
SAMPLE Dinner Menu from 2024:
- Leek and potato velouté with truffle butter crab and crispy Pancetta
- Baked soft goat cheese with cherry chutney and caramelized red onion focaccia
- Lemon Sorbet with Rosemary Syrup
- Herb-rubbed beef tenderloin with sauteed shrimp and a Creole lobster cream sauce, Trinity wild rice medley, and citrus broccolini
- Strawberry white chocolate vacherin with Cointreau raspberry coulis
Note: This menu will change and be updated as we receive the Chef’s curated menu for 2025. Please list any dietary restrictions in the notes upon checkout.
Lone Star Winery encourages responsible enjoyment and recommends using a ridesharing service like Uber or Lyft to ensure a safe and worry-free experience.
