Special Events – 1856 – Auburn University

Special Events

& Packages

Dine & Stay Package

Take the Elevator Home!

Experiencing 1856 – Culinary Residence is the perfect opportunity to extend an already exceptional dinner into the perfect weekend in Auburn! The Laurel Hotel & Spa entrance is just around the corner in the Tony & Libba Rane Culinary Science Center. Treat yourself to the most luxurious stay on The Plains.

SUMMER ESCAPE

An Urban Summer Retreat

Indulge yourself in luxury by avoiding the crowds and escaping to our urban retreat at The Laurel Hotel & Spa and 1856 – Culinary Residence. The Summer Escape package includes a $100 incidental hotel credit, 20% discount on up to two spa treatments and a rooftop infused summer cocktail upon arrival. Two-night minimum stay required. Rounding out the weekend with a dinner experience makes for the perfect weekend.

Epicurean Experience

NEXT EVENT WEEKEND ANNOUNCING SOON!

The Epicurean Experience is the ultimate package of specially curated moments to immerse yourself in the world of food, wine and mixology. Join world renowned chefs for a cooking demonstration and lunch in the Tony & Libba Rane Culinary Science Center, wine education and tastings from visiting wine makers and guest sommeliers, and our own Master Sommelier in Residence, Thomas Price. The itinerary is filled with education, enjoyment and of course, exceptional food. You will return home from an Epicurean Experience filled with great memories.

Mother's Day Lunch

TASTING MENU EXPERIENCE

May 14th, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Join us this Mother’s Day for a memorable lunch with the ones you love. This specially curated four course tasting menu experience is one you don’t want to miss. Stay tuned into our social pages for the reveal of our unique menu!

Easter Lunch

TASTING MENU EXPERIENCE

April 9th, 11:00 am – 3:00 pm

Spring is in the air!

Join us this Easter Sunday for a memorable lunch with the ones you love. This specially curated tasting menu experience is one you don’t want to miss. Stay tuned into our social pages for the reveal of our unique menu!

Valentine's Day

Tuesday, February 14, 2023

The Ultimate Romantic Getaway Experience!

Treat your most special someone to the perfect romantic Valentine’s getaway with our special limited package.

~ Romantic overnight accommodations ~

~ Sunset experience on The Rooftop

featuring an oyster display & special sparkling cocktail ~

~ Dinner for two at 1856 – Culinary Residence ~

~ Send off brunch in The Library ~

Battle of the SomMs

Wednesday, February 8th at 6:00pm

1856- Culinary Residence Master Sommelier, Thomas Price, will go head-to-head against Master Sommelier, Emmanuel Kemiji. Who will win? Join us and vote through each course as these two duke it out in a duel pairing through the seven course tasting menu crafted by our Chef in Residence, Tyler Lyne. See the special one night menu here, but the pairings will not be revealed until the day of at the Battle dinner!