1856 – Culinary Residence nurtures the culinary talents of the next generation of Auburn students while serving memorable meals to guests. Situated on the corner of South College Street and Thach Avenue, the restaurant welcomes up to 48 guests and features a distinguished "Chef-in-Residence" program. The restaurant's open kitchen invites guests to watch as their dishes are prepared, and a two-story wine room stocked with bottles from around the world provides a stunning backdrop to intimate meals in our private dining room. This is the first-ever teaching restaurant to offer a tasting menu at dinner - an experience you won't want to miss.
1856 – Culinary Residence is now live! Our first month of service was meaningful, exciting, and truly unique – all the things you would hope to experience at the world's first teaching restaurant with a tasting menu, from our Chef-In-Residence and Pastry Chef, Tyler and Jennifer Lyne to our in-house Master Sommelier, Thomas Price, MS.
A CULINARY EXPERIENCE CENTERED AROUND FOOD, WINE, EDUCATION & RELAXATION
Our sister hotel, The Laurel Hotel & Spa, and 1856 – Culinary Residence is thrilled to announce the kickoff of our Epicurean Experiences in November! Each month, we host an internationally renowned chef and curate special programming around them for our guests. These multi-day elevated experiences are unlike anything else in the world. The Epicurean Experience is the ultimate package of specially curated moments to immerse yourself in the world of food, wine, and mixology.
Visit The Laurel Hotel & Spa website for details on the entire itinerary.
Be ready to act fast – the Epicurean Experience will sell out quickly, and you do not want to miss this exciting first weekend!
It's not too late to be a part of the South's favorite craft beer festival at Heritage Park! After a two-year hiatus, the AU Oktoberfest is proud to host over 60 of the nation's most renowned breweries, including Rogue, Bell's, Samuel Adams, Lagunitas, and Yuengling. And with crowd-pleasing events and live music, Ocktoberfest will be bubbling with excitement! Tickets are still available online!