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Imaginative. Fresh. Local.

Culinary at Wingspread

Wingspread Retreat & Executive Conference Center's culinary program is led by renowned Chef David Diedrich who heralds over 40 years of culinary expertise. Our menus are flexible, high-quality, and fully customizable to support your event goals.

Chef Dave and his team work closely with you to create craft menus that match the tone of your gathering, from energizing working lunches to elegant multi-course dinners. Menus feature seasonal, regionally sourced ingredients, with produce and honey often harvested right from our own gardens and beehives. 

While your group is on property, consider us your private culinary team. We handle every detail - from timing to dietary needs - so your attendees can stay focused and fully present. Whether is a casual breakfast in the living room, a midday patio lunch, or a signature dinner inside the iconic Frank Lloyd Wright designed Wingspread, every meal is curated to elevate the experience and reinforce the purpose of your program.

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Chef's Choice Menus

Created with planners in mind, our Chef's Choice menus take the guesswork out of dining. Thoughtfully curated by our culinary team, each menu reflects the season's freshest ingredients and boldest flavors - offering your guests a seamless, elevated experience.

We're mindful of dietary restrictions and preferences to ensure every attendee enjoys a delicious, inclusive meal. With a variety of Chef-selected options, your group will enjoy a memorable culinary journey without the need for endless decisions.

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