Slow Passage of Time: A Culinary Experience in the Oldest House

Thursday, October 29, 2026, beginning at 6 p.m. Experience an intimate evening of fine dining, wine, and Key West history during an exclusive five-course wine-paired dinner at the Oldest House Museum & Tom Majors Garden.

Hosted by the Old Island Restoration Foundation, this special after-hours experience welcomes just 10 guests for an unforgettable evening inside one of Key West's most treasured historic landmarks.

The evening begins at 6 p.m. with hors d'oeuvres and sparkling wine in the beautiful Tom Majors Garden, followed by a seated dinner inside the historic home at 7 p.m. Each course will be prepared and presented by Chef Juan Cuadra of Salty Chef, accompanied by thoughtfully selected wine pairings.

A Le Cordon Bleu graduate and U.S. Marine veteran, Chef Cuadra brings more than 20 years of luxury hospitality experience to the table. His culinary approach draws inspiration from his Nicaraguan heritage and the fresh ingredients and flavors of the Florida Keys.

Built around 1826, the Oldest House offers a remarkable setting for this intimate dining experience. Guests will enjoy an evening surrounded by nearly two centuries of Key West history while supporting the Old Island Restoration Foundation's mission to preserve the island's architectural and cultural heritage.

The dinner takes place at the Oldest House Museum, 322 Duval Street in Key West. Tickets are $200 per person, with only 10 seats available. Advance reservations are required.

Savor an extraordinary evening where exceptional cuisine, carefully paired wines, and the timeless charm of historic Key West come together.