February 13, 7:00pm - 9:30pm

Friday the 13th is your lucky day!! Join us for our Valentine's Dinner at the Scott Houghton! Dinner will be a five-course affair, using seasonal produce and local suppliers. Chef Houghton is widely known for his tenure at Revel in Alexandria, where he designs elegant yet approachable meals using locally sourced ingredients. 

This Valentine's dinner has become unofficially known as our "Red and Black" dinner, where guests wear red and black, but that is purely optional.

Catoctin Creek staff will also personally craft cocktails expertly paired with your dinner! This will be a magical evening, and one not to miss!! Dinner is priced at $130, and includes all four courses and cocktails.

About Chef Houghton:

Chef Scott Houghton has been passionate about cooking for over 40 years, beginning his culinary journey in high school. He attended LSU for a Bachelor’s degree while honing his skills in various kitchens. After graduation, he pursued culinary school and gained valuable experience at prestigious establishments like Commander’s Palace and Bayona in New Orleans. His culinary career has taken him around the world, working in Ireland, Venezuela, Miami, Baltimore, Las Vegas, and Louisiana.

For a decade, Scott served as the Executive Chef at BET headquarters in Washington, D.C., where he led innovative culinary initiatives. A devoted lover of Louisiana cuisine, he aims to showcase its depth beyond the traditional spicy, fatty, and fried dishes. He crafts signature dishes like gumbo, boudin, and hot sauce for Revel and Unwined, highlighting the rich flavors and culinary heritage of Louisiana.

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First course – Cajun Mixed Grill – Smoked Boudin and Chargrilled Oysters

Second course – Chesapeake Bounty Seafood Gumbo – Bay Crabs, VA Shrimp, Chesapeake Blue Catfish, Okra, served with Rice

Third course - Winter Wedge Salad – Little Gem Lettuce, Roasted Pears, Blue Cheese, Hazelnuts, Smoked Duck Cracklins, Cayenne Yogurt Dressing

Fourth course – Grits and Shortrib Grillades with Mushroom and Crawfish

Fifth course – Caramelized Bananas Foster Pudding

PLEASE LET US KNOW IN YOUR RESERVATION IF YOU HAVE ANY FOOD ALLERGIES, SO WE CAN TRY TO ACCOMODATE YOUR NEEDS.