Food & Wine

At Brian Carter Cellars, we are passionate about the importance of food and wine. In 2022, we opened our Woodin Creek location in downtown Woodinville featuring a full kitchen and delicious menu created by Chef Nicholas Ames. So why did Brian Carter Cellars invest in food preparation on top of making and selling wine? What is it about combining food and wine that make for such a great marriage? How are they similar? How are they different?

First, wine is food! Perhaps not the most nutritious choice, but for many of us one of the most enjoyable parts of a meal. Indeed, food itself is one of the most enjoyable aspects of life, and one that is required for our existence. While wine is not a necessity of life, it shares with food the fact that one can have an excess of either.

A lot of energy is spent on food and wine pairing, and it is a subject well worth exploring. Not all foods can be paired with all wines, and if you do have a particularly successful pairing, it can take the experience of food and wine to a whole new height. The fun part is trying different things and discovering new combinations. It means some trial and error, but when it works there are few things more satisfying.

So – visit us in either location and enjoy, and learn a little more, about food and wine pairings as you taste and ponder through our wines. View our seasonal menu available in Woodinville. Watch our calendar of events and join us for one of our upcoming Winemaker’s dinners or our periodic Wednesday Supper Club dinners where you can experience more extensive and creative food offerings. For more on Brian’s passion about food and wine, check out his blog posts and view recipes for some of the dishes our Chefs have created to pair with our wines. We hope to see you soon.

Private Events

We have a variety of options when considering hosting a private event in our Woodinville Tasting Room & Bistro in Woodin Creek.  We can accommodate more intimate, multi-course plated events for up to 18 people, as well as larger family or buffet style options for groups up to 40 people.  Maximum capacity in our Woodinville location for a reception style private event is 60 people.

Space rental pricing reflects staffing needs and use of space during and outside of regular operating hours, including time for set up and clean up. When planning your event, we will work with you to establish a food & beverage minimum based on menu and wine pairing options prior to the event. Estimates will vary based on day of week, time of day, and unique aspects of the planned event. Reservations and use of space will be based upon Chef and staff availability. Outdoor seating and audio visual capabilities are available.

Contact us to arrange a private event info@briancartercellars.com