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Liberty & Legacy: An All-American Dinner SeriesSaturday, May 30, 2026
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At Luminary Hotel & Co., memorable evenings bring people together through great food, conversation, and shared experience. Join us for a special Liberty & Legacy dinner celebrating 250 years of American service through a thoughtfully curated culinary journey. Presented in partnership with Sub-Zero Group, the evening also supports Hire Heroes USA, a national nonprofit that helps veterans and military spouses transition into meaningful civilian careers.
Executive Chef Josef Zimmermann will lead the evening alongside Sub-Zero corporate chefs, presenting a multi-course tasting menu inspired by the evolution of the American table. Hosted in The Workshop, Luminary’s interactive culinary studio, the experience reflects the same values of precision, discipline, and teamwork that connect the culinary and military professions.
Prepared just steps from your seat, each course will unfold throughout the evening as guests experience a progression of flavors that move from classic American traditions to contemporary interpretations.
Parting Gift
Each guest will receive a Kai Personal Folding Steak Knife to take home. Beautifully crafted and designed for both form and function, this folding knife features a razor-sharp 16° edge that cuts cleanly, helping preserve the natural juices and flavor of each bite. The knife folds into a compact silhouette and includes a leather sheath, making it easy to carry and ready for any meal, whether at home or on the go. A lasting reminder of the evening’s craftsmanship and attention to detail.
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Welcome Cocktail
Continental Smash
Horse Soldier Straight Bourbon, lemon juice, maple syrup, fresh mint, blackberries
Amuse-Bouche – 1776, A Nation Emerges
Smoked Trout Mousseline
rainbow trout caviar, lemon, dill, sesame cone
The Nation’s Breadbasket
Parker House Rolls
sea salt honey butter
Foundations of a Republic (1776–1800)
Jamestown Potted Duck
slow-cooked confit of duck, brioche, cornichons, fig jam, whole grain mustard, orange
Rombauer Pinot Noir – Santa Lucia Highlands
Forged on the Frontier (1800–1865)
Shaved Root Vegetable & Apple Salad
pickled golden beets, kohlrabi, Granny Smith apple, toasted hazelnut, aged white cheddar, cider vinaigrette
Rombauer Sauvignon Blanc – Napa Valley
A Nation of Many Tables (1880–1920)
72-Hour Red Wine Braised Short Rib
black garlic potato purée, roasted maitake mushrooms, rainbow carrots, bordelaise espuma
Pahlmeyer Merlot – Napa Valley
The American Dream (1950–1970)
Pan-Seared Diver Scallops
creamed sweet corn, blistered shishitos, crispy pancetta, basil emulsion
Orin Swift Mannequin Chardonnay – CA
The American Table, Reimagined (2026)
Salted Caramel Banana Pudding Parfait
vanilla custard, brûléed banana, brown sugar crumble, dark chocolate soil, peanut brittle
Rombauer Zinfandel – CA
Per person price includes 20% service charge and is subject to 6.5% sales tax.
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2200 Edwards Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33901, United States
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