Jack and Charlie’s Wine Dinners
Jack and Charlie Stein know a thing or two about great dining experiences. With a little insider knowledge, as well as years in the wonderful world of hospitality, they bring a refreshing take to classic dishes and exciting wine pairings. Experts in their respective fields, Jack and Charlie have worked with some of the best chefs and winemakers in the world. This autumn the sibling duo combine their expertise to host and serve a dining experience to remember.
From Padstow to London, join them to celebrate great dishes and thoughtfully matched wines – pairings that aren’t always on our menus. They will visit Marlborough, Sandbanks, Barnes, Winchester and two dates in Padstow to share their enthusiasm, knowledge and anecdotes galore with you, their guests, for a special wine dinner.
Returning in 2025…
“The wine dinners are a really good opportunity for Charlie and I to get together, collaborate on a menu and have a wonderful evening in our restaurants with good wine and good people”
Jack Stein
2024 Wine Dinner Menu
The 5-course menu has been created by Jack and Charlie with each dish being paired with a carefully chosen wine that brings the plate alive. The evening’s focus is on good food and wine, and great conversation with all guests seated in a communal style.
The Menu
Crémant de Bourgogne on arrival
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Jamón Ibérico, Coombeshead Farm Sourdough and Fresh Tomatoes
Xeco Fino Sherry, Jerez, Spain
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Clams with Garlic, Chilli and Coriander
Alvarinho Semente AB Valley 2023
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Sea Bass and Beurre Blanc
Pouilly-Fuisse, Saumaize Michelin, Burgundy, France
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Rack of Cornish Lamb with Burgundy Sauce
Bourgogne Pinot Noir, Domaine Du Prieure, France
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Roquefort Crostini
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Tarte Tatin
Sauternes Les Garonelles Lucien Lurton, 2022
Five courses and paired wines
Charlie and Jack
Charlie is enthusiastic about creating extraordinary dining experiences with excellent wine.
Charlie is a familiar face on television, with appearances on BBC’s Saturday Kitchen, and co-hosting Wine, Dine and Stein with brother Jack. Charlie regularly hosts masterclasses, wine dinners and can often be found pottering around one of our restaurants, checking in with customers. As Director across all of our restaurants, Charlie is responsible for each of our wine lists and our successful online wine shop. Every bottle is chosen by Charlie, utilising his connections made during his travels to bring the very best wines to our customers.
For Jack, it’s all about the food – working with suppliers to create the best menus possible for our restaurants.
Jack kicked off his career working as a kitchen porter during the school holidays, and at 16 tried his hand at front of house, working as a waiter throughout the remainder of his professional education. His heart was set on cooking though, and he re-entered the family business after working as a chef at restaurants across the world, including La Régalade in Paris, before extensive travels to Australia, the Far East and Japan. Jack has been Chef Director of our restaurants since 2017, overseeing every menu.