An Evening with Chef Joe Paxton
At The War Memorial, we believe in the power of cuisine as art. In 2026 we celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with themed programming and special events throughout the year.
Join us for An Evening with Chef Joe Paxton: Gastronomie Parisienne, an event that honors Grosse Pointe's history as a French settlement with three dynamic courses accompanied by remarks by Executive Chef Joe Paxton. Enhance your experience by purchasing a ticket with our suggested wine pairings, or enjoy our full cash bar through out the evening. Full menu information listed below.
Dinner experiences at The War Memorial require a minimum attendance; guest minimums may vary per event. If the minimum attendance requirement is not met for this event, you will be notified by Friday, February 20, 2026 with a rescheduled date or the option to receive a full refund.
*Please note, due to the nature of this event, menu substitutions cannot be made.
Ticket Information
Dinner Ticket: $95
Dinner Ticket with Paired Wine: $110
Your Evening & Menu
6:30pm: Doors Open
7:00pm: Dinner Service Begins
Full Cash Bar will be available throughout the evening
Your ticket price already includes a 21% gratuity and 6% Michigan sales tax
*Dinner experiences at The War Memorial require a minimum attendance; guest minimums may vary per event. If the minimum attendance requirement is not met for this event, you will be notified by Friday, February 20, 2026 with a rescheduled date or the option to receive a full refund.
Apero:
Caviar Frite
Foie gras terrine
Gougeres
Bread service
Crispellis epi baguette, maitre d butter
First course:
Gratinee d oignon
Housemade veal stock/ caramelized shallots/ jarlsberg/ crostini
Main course:
Cassoulet
Duck confit/ garlic sausage/ braised tarbais beans/ persillade/ grain mustard/ cornichon/ frisee salade
Dessert:
Tarte Tatin aux Poires
Whipped creme fraiche/ Calvados/ caramelized pear/ hazelnut brittle