We host two types of ticketed experiences:
Dinner Events
On select evenings, guests enjoy a curated, communal dining experience with themed menus, guest chefs, or special presentations. Advance ticket purchase required.
Workshops
Held on Saturdays at 12:30 PM, workshops are either hands-on or demonstration-only sessions. Please check the specific description for each event. Participants will learn specific skills or techniques often focused on a featured spice blend or collection.
Check out our Toast page for all upcoming events!
We are located at 931 East Main Street, Suite 7, Madison, WI 53703 (Next door to The Old Sugar Distillery). Please click here for our restaurant hours and menu offerings.
It’s the 3rd Saturday of the month Smash Burgers!
Join us for a sizzling midday bite—juicy smash burgers and crispy golden fries, packed with Deliciouser flavor and sure to keep you coming back for more. No tickets necessary—just stop by, grab a burger, and enjoy.
Join Team Deliciouser for a meaningful workshop centered on the traditional plant-based foods of Indigenous North America. Led by Chef Juan Umaña, this experience explores local and foraged ingredients native to the Americas and the regions, seasons, and cultures they come from.
Gin Pennant, Madison’s most underground cocktail experience, joins The Deliciouser for another special evening— Gin Pennant After Dark. Professors Martin Foys and Jen Plants bring their signature mix of cocktails, style, and vinyl back to the bar, creating the perfect nightcap for your evening out.
Join Team Deliciouser for an afternoon of cooking and storytelling! This workshop highlights the bold, vibrant flavors of our Italian spice collection, and gives guests a behind-the-scenes look at how we bring those blends to life. Your experience includes a guided tour of our spice lab, opportunities to taste our signature blends, and a 10% discount on all spice blends and featured products—perfect for bringing the flavors of the day home with you.
Join Chef Patrick O'Halloran and Team Deliciouser for our Pastas of Rome Workshop. Chef Patrick, former owner and chef of Lombardino's Italian Restaurant, will share all of his secrets, tips and tricks to recreate a famous Roman duo of sauces & dishes at home. Participants will also be treated to lunch and be sent home with tonight's recipes.
Gin Pennant, Madison’s most underground cocktail experience, joins The Deliciouser for another special evening— Gin Pennant After Dark. Professors Martin Foys and Jen Plants bring their signature mix of cocktails, style, and vinyl back to the bar, creating the perfect nightcap for your evening out.It will be a throwback to the golden age of cocktail lounges, featuring a “Nothing But Up” program of serious cocktails, defiant jazz, and Deliciouser bar food.
Join Team Deliciouser for a festive St. Patrick’s Day celebration led by Chef Patrick O’Halloran—a night where classic Irish comfort meets bold Deliciouser flavor.Guinness will be flowing, Irish whiskey will be poured, and the menu will showcase time-honored Irish dishes reimagined with our signature spice blends. Expect rich, hearty flavors, warm hospitality, and a touch of Irish mischief woven into every course. Chef Patrick brings his heritage and seasoned culinary craft to the table, guiding you through a five-course meal that’s both nostalgic and fresh. From soulful stews to modern takes on traditional favorites, this evening promises a deliciously spirited journey through Irish cuisine—Deliciouser style. Menu to be announced upon arrival.
It’s the 3rd Saturday of the month Smash Burgers!
Join us for a sizzling midday bite—juicy smash burgers and crispy golden fries, packed with Deliciouser flavor and sure to keep you coming back for more. No tickets necessary—just stop by, grab a burger, and enjoy.
Join Pastry Chef Michelle Mau for a workshop that celebrates the savory, delicate flavors of quiche. Michelle will guide you through her techniques for creating a buttery & flaky quiche that’s perfect for any spring gatherings. After the demonstration, guests will sit down to enjoy a garden salad, slice of quiche, as well as a sweet surprise from the kitchen. Each guest will go home with the recipes, making it easy to recreate in their own kitchen.
Join team Deliciouser as we explore the flavors of Spain, France & Portugal togetherwith distinguished vegan Chef Lauren Montelbano. We’ll create a menu based on fresh culinary inspiration and perspectives gained through Lauren’s recent travels. This very special evening will feature a multi-course vegan tasting menu to be informed in the moment by the chef's journey with optional spirited or spirit free drink pairing. Menu to be announced upon arrival.
It’s the 3rd Saturday of the month Smash Burgers!
Join us for a sizzling midday bite—juicy smash burgers and crispy golden fries, packed with Deliciouser flavor and sure to keep you coming back for more. No tickets necessary—just stop by, grab a burger, and enjoy.
Step into the electric energy of a Korean night out at The Deliciouser. Food, drinks, and connection will take center stage.
This four-course dinner is inspired by anju—the beloved Korean tradition of sharing savory dishes meant to anchor a vibrant night out. In Korea, anju isn’t just food; it’s a social ritual. Plates are meant to be passed, flavors are bold and comforting. The night will unfold steadily over drinks, laughter, and rhythm. Expect craveable, savory dishes designed to pair perfectly with pours of soju and beer. Each course will build on the last, echoing the pulse of Korea’s nightlife—from late-night street food to the warmth of a crowded table.
Join The Deliciouser for an intimate five-course dinner in collaboration with Sitka Seafood Market, celebrating the beauty of seasonal, responsibly sourced seafood. This evening will feature a progression of dishes built around Sitka’s wild-caught fish. Highlighting what’s freshest and most abundant at the time, with an expected focus on rockfish, salmon, and shrimp.
Join Team Deliciouser for an ice cream–making workshop as we welcome back Stella Buckley of Stellie’s Ice Cream. You’ll learn the foundations of crafting exceptional ice cream, explore unique flavor-building techniques. Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring our signature smash burgers—a perfect blend of culinary learning, great food, and sweet inspiration.
Join Team Deliciouser for a seafood workshop partnered with Sitka Seafood Market. Focused on seasonal ingredients and simple, approachable techniques. This class is designed to help home cooks feel confident cooking fish—without overcomplicating the process.
We’ll center the workshop around seasonal rockfish, exploring a few straightforward preparations that highlight the natural flavor of the fish while showcasing how The Deliciouser spice blends can elevate everyday seafood dishes. Guests will learn practical tips for selecting, seasoning, and cooking fish, with an emphasis on methods that are easy to replicate at home.
Chef Patrick will share his favorite Deliciouser seasoning pairings for seafood, along with guidance on building balanced flavors using minimal ingredients. As always, the experience includes a tour of our spice lab, kitchen stories, and thoughtful discussion around seasonality and technique.
Guests will leave with new skills, fresh inspiration, and the confidence to bring seafood into their regular cooking rotation.
Bar & Shopping @ 12:00 p.m.
Workshop @ 12:30 p.m.
Tickets: $70
Your $25 reservation deposit will be subtracted from your final bill
We offer a 3% discount on final payment with cash
MENU REQUESTS: Please provide all dietary restrictions and allergies upon booking via our pre-visit questions. Our culinary team requires 48 hours’ notice for all allergy and dietary menu requests. Requests made with less than 48 hours’ notice may be subject to an additional charge. Feel free to contact us at events@thedeliciouser.com or 608-286-1226 for further clarification.
Please note that by taking part in this event, you grant the event organizers full rights to use the images resulting from photography/video filming. If you do not wish to be photographed, please let the staff and/or photographer know.
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Italian Cuisine: June 23–26, 9am-11am – We're making fresh pasta and focaccia, and other highlights include making antipasti, Italian sodas and homemade gelato.
Our immersive, hands-on cooking camps offer kids aged 7-14 an exciting culinary journey around the globe. Designed to build kitchen confidence and teamwork, our program fosters a love for international cuisine and equips young chefs with valuable, age-appropriate skills.
Each camp week (Tuesday through Friday) is dedicated entirely to the dishes and techniques of a single featured culture, providing a comprehensive and focused exploration. Each day campers will enjoy the fruits of their labors around the table with the meal they prepared.
Italian Cuisine: June 23–26, 9am-11am – We're making fresh pasta and focaccia, and other highlights include making antipasti, Italian sodas and homemade gelato.
Our immersive, hands-on cooking camps offer kids aged 7-14 an exciting culinary journey around the globe. Designed to build kitchen confidence and teamwork, our program fosters a love for international cuisine and equips young chefs with valuable, age-appropriate skills.
Each camp week (Tuesday through Friday) is dedicated entirely to the dishes and techniques of a single featured culture, providing a comprehensive and focused exploration. Each day campers will enjoy the fruits of their labors around the table with the meal they prepared.
Italian Cuisine: June 23–26, 9am-11am – We're making fresh pasta and focaccia, and other highlights include making antipasti, Italian sodas and homemade gelato.
Our immersive, hands-on cooking camps offer kids aged 7-14 an exciting culinary journey around the globe. Designed to build kitchen confidence and teamwork, our program fosters a love for international cuisine and equips young chefs with valuable, age-appropriate skills.
Each camp week (Tuesday through Friday) is dedicated entirely to the dishes and techniques of a single featured culture, providing a comprehensive and focused exploration. Each day campers will enjoy the fruits of their labors around the table with the meal they prepared.
Italian Cuisine: June 23–26, 9am-11am – We're making fresh pasta and focaccia, and other highlights include making antipasti, Italian sodas and homemade gelato.
Our immersive, hands-on cooking camps offer kids aged 7-14 an exciting culinary journey around the globe. Designed to build kitchen confidence and teamwork, our program fosters a love for international cuisine and equips young chefs with valuable, age-appropriate skills.
Each camp week (Tuesday through Friday) is dedicated entirely to the dishes and techniques of a single featured culture, providing a comprehensive and focused exploration. Each day campers will enjoy the fruits of their labors around the table with the meal they prepared.
Join Team Deliciouser for a vibrant, flavor-packed celebration of Mardi Gras!We’ll transform our dining room to the lively spirit of New Orleans—where jazz drifts through the streets, parades light up the night, and every meal feels like a celebration. Expect bold spices, rich aromas, and a touch of playful mystery.Your evening begins with the warm, inviting flavors of Creole and Cajun–inspired dishes, crafted with our signature spice blends. We’ll close with one of Mardi Gras’ most beloved traditions, an authentic King Cake shipped directly from New Orleans. A sweet, symbolic centerpiece to round out the evening. In true Deliciouser fashion, the rest of the five-course menu will be revealed upon arrival.Join us for an evening of lively ambience and the timeless magic that makes Mardi Gras unforgettable. Let the feast—and the festivities—begin.
Join team Deliciouser for an afternoon of stories, snacks and hand-rolled truffles. Pastry Chef, Michelle Mau will give a demonstration on making truffles and send you home with a box! All recipes have a unique Deliciouser twist on them from our spice collection (recipes included). Guests enjoy a tour of our spice lab and a 10% discount on all spice blends and featured products.
A Valentine’s Day Dinner at The Deliciouser: This Valentine’s Day, join us for a five-course Italian dining experience that celebrates love through history—one indulgent bite at a time.
We’ll take guests on a romantic journey through the origins of Valentine’s Day, beginning in ancient Rome and moving through the medieval era when Saint Valentine became synonymous with love and devotion. Each course reflects a chapter of this story, interpreted through classic Italian cuisine with a Deliciouser twist. Decadent hints await: oysters, our take on Tournedos Rossini, and of course, a chocolate-rich finale. The full menu will be announced upon arrival.
Start your Saturday with warm egg frittatas as you settle in for a delicious, two-part culinary workshop. Chef Patrick O’Halloran will teach you how to make delicate, tender crêpes from scratch, along with a rich chocolate sauce enhanced with our Barista espresso sea salt.Then, join our head spice blender and resident jam expert BJ Lee to create a batch of house-made jam using peak-season fruit. You’ll leave with your own jar to enjoy at home—perfect for topping the crêpes you’ve just mastered.
By the end of the session, you’ll have the skills to pair sweet, silky crêpes with vibrant, from-scratch jam and decadent chocolate sauce for an indulgent breakfast or dessert.
Join us for an intimate, cozy Fondue Night here at The Deliciouser. It will be an evening built around great cheese, good company, and a little culinary magic. Partnered with Landmark Creamery, one of Wisconsin’s premier, small-batch, artisan cheese and buttermakers.We’re thrilled to welcome Anna Landmark for a special, one-night-only collaboration. She will lead a live fondue demonstration featuring her thoughtfully crafted cheeses, paired with The Deliciouser’s Swisco Fondue spice blend for a rich, deeply flavorful main course.
Gin Pennant, Madison’s most underground cocktail experience, joins The Deliciouser for another special evening— Gin Pennant After Dark. Professors Martin Foys and Jen Plants bring their signature mix of cocktails, style, and vinyl back to the bar, creating the perfect nightcap for your evening out.It will be a throwback to the golden age of cocktail lounges, featuring a “Nothing But Up” program of serious cocktails, defiant jazz, and Deliciouser bar food. Space is limited. A $20 cover gets you in the door and covers your first cocktail.
Join Dan O’Connor—our chef de cuisine and resident biscuit expert—for a demonstration-style workshop featuring his legendary biscuits and rich, savory sausage gravy. Dan will show you how he layers flavor into the gravy with our signature Bomba spice blend, and share his secrets for making biscuits that are perfectly flaky every time.
During the workshop, enjoy a plate of biscuits and gravy served with a fresh market salad. You’ll also leave with a jar of our house-made jam, ideal for savoring with any leftover biscuits.
We will be closed during dinner hours for a private event. However, we will be open for lunch as usual. Thank you for your understanding! Click here for our restaurant hours and menu offerings.
Join Team Deliciouser for a very special dinner and a show featuring the incredible Rick Wilcox, direct from the renowned Rick Wilcox Magic Theater in the Wisconsin Dells. Rick returns for another unforgettable evening of sleight-of-hand, humor, and illusion. Paired with an expertly crafted four-course Deliciouser dinner and inventive cocktails, designed to surprise and delight. Expect a night where every detail feels a little enchanted—from the flavors on your plate to the tricks up Rick’s sleeve. And yes... we’ll be shaking up a few magical martinis along the way. Seats are limited—reserve yours before they disappear!
Join Team Deliciouser for an ice cream–making workshop led by Stella Buckley of Stellie’s Ice Cream. You’ll learn the foundations of crafting exceptional ice cream, explore unique flavor-building techniques. Enjoy a delicious lunch featuring our signature smash burgers—a perfect blend of culinary learning, great food, and sweet inspiration.
We’re thrilled to welcome back Ben Delaney, The Kilted Cook, to celebrate Scotland’s iconic bard, Robert Burns. We're crafting a five-course menu inspired by classic Scottish dishes, reimagined with The Deliciouser’s signature flavors. Expect whisky flights, festive cocktails, a live bagpiper to set the tone, and a generous dose of Scottish charm.
Gin Pennant, Madison’s most underground cocktail experience, joins The Deliciouser for another special evening— Gin Pennant After Dark. Professors Martin Foys and Jen Plants bring their signature mix of cocktails, style, and vinyl back to the bar, creating the perfect nightcap for your evening out.It will be a throwback to the golden age of cocktail lounges, featuring a “Nothing But Up” program of serious cocktails, defiant jazz, and Deliciouser bar food. Space is limited. A $20 cover gets you in the door and covers your first cocktail.
Join Team Deliciouser for an intimate, one-night-only dinner where two iconic Madison chefs revisit the dishes that shaped them. Chef Tory Miller and Chef Patrick O’Halloran will each craft courses inspired by the kitchens, mentors, and moments that defined their culinary paths. From early sparks of inspiration, to plates that set the tone for entire restaurants.
Warm up with a cozy, demonstration-style workshop featuring two comfort food classics with a flavorful twist. Our chefs will prepare a creamy winter squash soup seasoned with our sweet & savory Antica spice blend, alongside a perfectly golden grilled cheese layered with the bold, savory flavors of our Tastes Like Victory blend.
Watch as they share tips for achieving the ideal soup texture, balancing sweet and savory notes, and crafting a grilled cheese that’s crisp on the outside and irresistibly melty inside. Then, enjoy the pairing together—a satisfying, cold-weather duo you’ll want to recreate all season long.
Please note that our restaurant will be closed for lunch but will reopen for dinner. Wishing everyone a Happy New Year!
Please note that our shop and restaurant will be closed for the holidays. Wishing everyone a Happy New Year!
Join us as we celebrate New Year’s Eve Around the World! A seven-course journey of small plates inspired by global traditions for luck, prosperity, and longevity. From lentils and pomegranates to noodles and fish, each course reflects a symbolic dish enjoyed across cultures as the year turns.
We’ll gather together to welcome 2026—raising a glass among friends, old and new, as we share the flavors and customs that bring hope and good fortune to tables around the world. Celebrate in our space as we close one year and open another, surrounded by good food, great company, and the essence of connection.
The restaurant will be closed for lunch but open for our ticketed New Year’s Eve dinner. Advanced reservations are required. Please click here for our restaurant hours and menu offerings.
Please click here for our restaurant hours and menu offerings.
The store will remain open. The restaurant will be open for lunch at 11:00, and dinner at 5:00. Please click here for our restaurant hours and menu offerings.
Please note that our shop and restaurant will be closed for the holidays. Wishing everyone a joyful and restful holiday season!
Please note that our shop and restaurant will be closed for the holidays. Wishing everyone a joyful and restful holiday season!
Join us as we celebrate the return of Pornanino Olive Oil—a truly special extra virgin olive oil imported directly from our friends Matteo & Francesca Lombardi in Tuscany. Pressed from the current harvest of olives picked this October and November, this remarkable oil is available exclusively at The Deliciouser.
It inspires an evening that feels less like a restaurant dinner and more like being welcomed into our home. We’ll gather around the table for our third annual five-course Italian feast, beginning with a communal first course to share and ending with your choice from a smattering of desserts. Each course highlights the elegance of Pornanino olive oil alongside the vibrant flavors of Italy.
Please click here for our restaurant hours and menu offerings.
Please click here for our restaurant hours and menu offerings.
Please click here for our restaurant hours and menu offerings.
Please click here for our restaurant hours and menu offerings.
Gin Pennant, Madison’s most underground cocktail experience, joins The Deliciouser for another special evening— Gin Pennant After Dark. Professors Martin Foys and Jen Plants bring their signature mix of cocktails, style, and vinyl back to the bar, creating the perfect nightcap for your evening out.It will be a throwback to the golden age of cocktail lounges, featuring a “Nothing But Up” program of serious cocktails, defiant jazz, and Deliciouser bar food.
Space is limited. A $20 cover gets you in the door and covers your first cocktail. Come for the food, drinks and convivial atmosphere— stay for a special announcement.
Please click here for our restaurant hours and menu offerings.
Join Pastry Chef Michelle Mau for a cozy seasonal workshop that celebrates the warm, spiced flavors of gingerbread. Michelle will guide you through her techniques for creating a moist, richly flavored gingerbread cake that’s as beautiful as it is delicious—perfect for winter gatherings. After the demonstration, guests will sit down to enjoy a comforting lunch featuring squash soup and our take on a Waldorf salad, followed by Michelle’s gingerbread cake for dessert. Each guest will go home with the recipes, making it easy to recreate these festive flavors in their own kitchen.
