Join team Deliciouser as we welcome back Chef Mary Kastman, former Executive Chef of Driftless Café in Viroqua, Wisconsin, and 2022 James Beard semifinalist for Best Chef. Her new restaurant, Purslane Kitchen is set to open in Milwaukee in the spring, and we’re so excited to explore the flavors of Istanbul together before she opens in late April. We’ll create a menu based on fresh culinary inspiration and perspectives gained through chef Mary’s recent travels in Istanbul. This very special evening will feature a multi-course tasting menu to be informed in the moment by the chef's journey.

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Join The Deliciouser team for a dumpling-making workshop with Monique Long-Lu, of the Humbling Dumpling. Born and raised in Taiwan, Monique moved to Madison in 2017 and now calls it home. Her dumpling recipes celebrate seasonal ingredients and she will be the first to incorporate our new Szechuan 5-spice blend into her dumplings. She’ll share her recipes and everyone will have a chance to make their own.

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It’s April, and we’re celebrating the theme “April in Paris” starting with fresh oysters and finishing with our house made puff pastry dessert, Mille-Fuille - this is one you won’t want to miss!

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Team Deliciouser welcomes guest Chef Juan Umaña for an in-depth demonstration on the many ways mushrooms can transform a dish. In this workshop, you’ll discover the diverse textures and rich flavors that make mushrooms an essential ingredient across global cuisines.

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Round up your pescatarian pals and Join Team Deliciouser for our popular Mediterranean - Pescatarian dinner experience.

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Join Team Deliciouser as we welcome back Dr Martin Foys, of the underground cocktail lounge sensation, The Gin Pennant. He is back for two very special Secret Suppers. We’ll work hand in hand with Dr. Foys to create five Deliciouser spring themed courses perfectly paired with his classic Gin Pennant pocket cocktails. What’s so secret about these suppers you may ask? Menu will be presented upon arrival! Book now, as only 30 seats are available each night. These suppers will sell out quickly!

Optional Gin Pennant drink pairing, as well as a curated selection of wine, spirits and spirit-free cocktails available.

Join us at The Deliciouser for a cozy and creative afternoon building the perfect carrot cake trifle! Pastry chef Michelle Mau will demonstrate how to make our Antica spiced carrot cake, before guiding you through assembling your own layered dessert. Each guest will receive pre-made carrot cake to work with, along with a piping bag of luscious cream cheese icing—freshly made and demonstrated by Michelle. We’ll also provide a variety of fun toppings to customize your trifle.

To make this experience even sweeter, you’ll create your trifle in a beautiful vintage glass, yours to take home as a keepsake! Plus, enjoy our signature dips and spreads to snack on while you craft your dessert.

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Join Team Deliciouser as we welcome back Dr Martin Foys, of the underground cocktail lounge sensation, The Gin Pennant. He is back for two very special Secret Suppers. We’ll work hand in hand with Dr. Foys to create five Deliciouser spring themed courses perfectly paired with his classic Gin Pennant pocket cocktails. What’s so secret about these suppers you may ask? Menu will be presented upon arrival! Book now, as only 30 seats are available each night. These suppers will sell out quickly!

Optional Gin Pennant drink pairing, as well as a curated selection of wine, spirits and spirit-free cocktails available.

Spring is coming and we’re preparing a 5-course menu of unique chicken dishes featuring local chicken, early spring market vegetables, and of course, an abundance of Deliciouser spices to showcase French, Japanese, Indian, Italian, and Greek cuisine.

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The Deliciouser is bringing craftsmanship to the table with this hands-on, Saturday afternoon workshop. In collaboration with Kikuichi Cutlery, whose bladesmithing tradition dates back to the days of the samurai. This special event will highlight the precision of Kikuichi knives while exploring techniques that elevate ingredient preparation.

We’re excited to welcome Kikuichi’s Harry Rosenblum, who will showcase and demonstrate the craftsmanship behind these exceptional knives.

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Join Team Deliciouser as we salute Mexican food and culture with our annual Cinco de Mayo celebration. We’ll serve a festive five course menu informed by our recent travels south of the border.

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Join Team Deliciouser for our second annual Run For The Roses Derby Day party featuring our very own Kentucky native BJ Lee as your host and emcee. We’ll celebrate the fastest two minutes in sports with an afternoon of Derby inspired dishes with Deliciouser twists and a bar menu featuring Mint juleps, Kentucky Bourbon and more. Prizes for best dressed and best Derby Day hat!

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Whispers are spreading—Wednesday night events at The Deliciouser are about to take a summer break. But before they do, we’re inviting you to an evening of mystery, indulgence, and old-school exclusivity.
Swimming with the Fishes is a four-course dinner where the menu will remain secret until you arrive, featuring bold Italian-American flavors and an atmosphere straight out of a classic mobster tale. To start, the kitchen has something special up their sleeve—a savory surprise to set the tone for the evening.
These Wednesday night gatherings won’t be gone forever, but they’re slipping away for the season. Get in while you can.

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Join us at The Deliciouser for a delightful afternoon of crêpe-making with our talented pastry chef, Michelle Mau! In this workshop, Michelle will guide you through the art of making the perfect crêpes. She will also demonstrate how to create three house-made sauces—rich chocolate, Nutella, and fresh fruit sauce—along with freshly whipped cream. Guests will enjoy a spread of fun topping options and something savory to start.

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Join team Deliciouser for a special Mother’s Day brunch as we get our Hygge on with a nordic inspired menu of spring favorites. We’ll be serving breakfast martinis and flights of bubbly to compliment.

Join team Deliciouser as we welcome back guest chef Juan Umaña for a vibrant culinary exploration inspired by recent travels through Hawaii, Japan, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Nepal. This immersive, fully plant-based dining experience will celebrate bold flavors, nourishing ingredients, and the deep connections between food, culture, and technique. Each course will highlight local produce paired with global inspiration, showcasing how veggie forward ingredients can be transformed through traditional and modern cooking methods. The multi-course, vegan, tasting menu will be revealed upon arrival, unfolding as a journey of taste and storytelling.

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Join Team Deliciouser as we welcome the flavors of spring with a hands-on Ricotta Gnocchi Workshop. Under the guidance of Chef Michelle Mau, we’ll roll delicate ricotta gnocchi seasoned with our house-blended spice, Antica. It will be paired with asparagus and peas for a fresh, vibrant dish.

The workshop will also feature a Signature Salt Spring Green Salad, celebrating the season’s best produce. Along the way, Michelle will share stories, techniques, and insights into crafting simple yet elevated dishes with bold flavors.

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Join team Deliciouser for a very special dinner and a show event featuring magician extraordinaire Rick Wilcox direct from the eponymously named Rick Wilcox Magic Theater in Wisconsin Dells. This evening's menu is based on our Wisconsin Supper Club Spice collection.

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Join us for a special evening with author and artist Erin Gleeson. Erin has recently moved to Madison from California where she's spent the last several years writing and illustrating her bestselling Forest Feast cookbooks series from her cabin in the redwoods. We are excited to feature a colorful, vegetarian 5-course menu inspired by her cookbooks. Each guest will receive a copy of Erin's latest book, The Watercolor Feast, which teaches readers to paint fruits, vegetables, and edible flowers. There will be watercolors and fresh produce set out at each table so guests can interact with the medium, learn from Erin, and make time for creativity and conversation over a vibrant meal.

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Join Team Deliciouser for our take on the classic Shrimp Scampi in this Fresh Pasta Workshop. Guided by Chef Patrick O’Halloran, you’ll roll and shape fresh pasta, then toss with Shrimp Scampi, seasoned with our Signature Seasoning.

We’ll round out the meal with a Simple Salad, featuring our bold and zesty Mezzogiorno spice blend. Along the way, enjoy stories, expert tips, and the art of balancing flavors for a truly unforgettable dish.

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Join Team Deliciouser as we celebrate the arrival of summer with one of Stanley Tucci’s favorite Southern Italian pasta dishes. Under the guidance of Chef Michelle Mau, we’ll prepare Zucchini alla Scapece, featuring our bold and fiery Bomba spice, tossed with fresh pasta.

To complement the dish, we’ll craft a vibrant Early Summer Panzanella Salad, enhanced with our sun-kissed Mezzogiorno spice blend. Along the way, we’ll share stories, recipes, and techniques that bring these Italian flavors to life.

Join Team Deliciouser as we celebrate Father’s Day and delve into the world of dry rubs, brines, and the art of grilling. Spend the afternoon learning techniques and recipes to take your summer grilling to the next level.

On the menu: Ribeye, Pork Chops, and Chicken, all seasoned and grilled to perfection, alongside a Best of Summer Salad. Along the way, we’ll share stories, expert tips, and bold flavors to inspire your next cookout.

The restaurant is closed for a private event but the shop will be open during the day from 9 AM - 5 PM.