Thursday, July 16, 2026
Bites & Bubbles 250-Year Celebration of the USA
An American Summer BBQ Wine Dinner
Join us on Thursday, July 16th for a festive summer evening as Bites & Bubbles celebrates the 250-Year Celebration of the USA with a quintessential American BBQ-inspired wine dinner.
Chef Eddie Nickell is creating a special menu inspired by the flavors of a classic American summer cookout, elevated with the signature Bites & Bubbles touch. Expect bold seasonal flavors, nostalgic favorites, perfectly paired wines, and a celebratory evening filled with great food, great wine, and summer hospitality.
*Menu Subject to Change
America's 250th Celebration Dinner
A Culinary Journey Across America
Thursday, July 16, 2026
Reception 6:30PM | Dinner 7:00PM
From the hills of Kentucky to the rocky coast of Maine, across the Golden Gate and into the heart of Texas, ending beneath the peach trees of Georgia and the vineyards of Michigan, tonight's menu celebrates the diverse flavors and traditions that have shaped the American table for 250 years.
Welcome Cocktail | Kentucky
Liberty Gold Rush – Kentucky bourbon, wildflower honey, fresh lemon, and orange bitters.
Reception Amuse-Bouche | Kentucky
Grandma Della’s Deviled Eggs – Chef Eddie’s cherished family recipe, inspired by his grandmother Della of Kentucky.
First Course | Maine
Classic Maine Lobster Roll – Butter-poached Maine lobster with lemon aioli, celery leaves, and Old Bay seasoning.
Wine Pairing – Résonance Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, Oregon
Second Course | California
Golden Gate Orange-Glazed Salmon Lo Mein – Orange-glazed salmon with lo mein noodles, broccoli, and Napa cabbage.
Wine Pairing – Juggernaut Pinot Noir, Russian River Valley, California
Third Course | Missouri
Missouri Mesquite BBQ St. Louis–Style Pork Rib – A slow-braised St. Louis–style pork rib glazed with Chef Eddie’s mesquite barbecue sauce.
Wine Pairing – Highlands 41 Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, Central Coast, California
Dessert Course | Georgia
Georgia Jubilee Peach Cobbler – Fresh Georgia peaches baked beneath a brown-butter biscuit crust and served with vanilla ice cream.
Wine Pairing – Leelanau Witches Brew Spiced Red, Michigan
Cheers to 250 Years
Chef Eddie Nickell & Sommelier Nicholas Olivieri invite you to celebrate America's rich culinary heritage through five thoughtfully curated courses, each inspired by a different corner of the country and paired with exceptional wines selected to complement the journey.
Thank you for supporting local, independent restaurants and allowing us to share this celebration with you.
Advance purchase
125 per person plus tax & gratuity
PLEASE NOTE: Bites & Bubbles Wine Dinner Series is designed as a communal event, fostering a shared dining experience. While we strive to offer private tables, please note that, to enhance the Wine Dinner experience, you may be seated alongside other guests at a communal table. If space allows the option to sit at the bar is available for those who prefer not to share a table; however, please be aware that this may not be an option for certain dinners. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation. We are excited to have you join us and thank you for your support of local independently owned and operated businesses like Bites & Bubbles.
Thank you for your understanding. We look forward to serving you and creating memorable moments together.
Bites & Bubbles
at Mills Park
1618 N. Mills Avenue
Orlando, FL 32803
407-270-5085