In-Room Dining

’Tis the season gourmands across the country wait for: White Truffle season!

Available for a fleeting time each November and December, this rare delicacy merits a special tasting menu when the truffles are at their peak. Beginning Tuesday, November 3, Herons invites guests to experience the “white diamond of Italy,” beginning with a welcome of delicate canapés followed by a thoughtfully composed five-course White Truffle Tasting Menu.

Designed to highlight the delicate flavors of one of the world’s rarest truffles, each course brings together carefully selected ingredients for a sensory experience unlike any other.

Available nightly in Herons for the months of November and December. Advanced Reservations are required. Due to the importing of the truffles, seatings must be purchased a minimum of 72 hours prior to the desired date of reservation. Seats are $425 plus tax and service charge and can be purchased at 919-447-4050 or online. Reservations are non-refundable but are transferable, wine pairings are also available for an additional cost. 

Join us this winter for our annual Tea with Santa events. Let your children ages 10 and under delight in this magical event as they enjoy a special visit with Santa and let him know what is on their wish list this holiday season. Santa will share photos of his favorite memories as he tells stories of his helpful elves and reindeer. Tea with Santa includes photography, a small gift, and hot chocolate service with savory and sweet morsels.

Reservations open on Wednesday, September 9th at 8am. Please call 919 447-4050 to reserve your space. Tickets are $125 per person plus tax and service fee, and include white glove holiday food service and hot chocolate in addition to time with Santa and storytelling. There is a maximum of eight guests per booking, and all reservations must be paid in full using one method of payment at the time of booking. As this is one of our most popular events, we ask for your patience as hold times should be expected; hanging up will result in the loss of your place in the queue. 

Tea will be offered at 10:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.:

Saturday, November 28 / Sunday, November 29 / Sunday, December 6 / Sunday, December 13 / Sunday, December 20

Tea will be offered at 10:30 a.m. only:

Saturday, December 12 / Saturday, December 19

Gather with us on Thursday, November 26, as five-time James Beard Award Semifinalist Executive Chef Steven Devereaux Greene presents a memorable Thanksgiving celebration. This year’s holiday menu will feature a seasonal four-course plated dinner with your choice of entrée, accompanied by an array of family-style sides designed to be shared and enjoyed together.

Thanksgiving will be hosted in Herons from 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm. Pricing is $139 per adult and $39 per child (ages 2–10), plus tax and service charge. Prepayment is required at the time of booking.

Christmas dinner at The Umstead combines our signature warm hospitality & festive decor with the magic of the holiday season for a truly unforgettable culinary celebration. Herons Executive Chef and five-time James Beard Semifinalist Steven Greene and his culinary team will showcase their talent and the best seasonal produce from our organic farm with a four-course dinner with choices and tasting menu.

Featuring holiday classics and a few surprises, all with artful and elegant presentations, this event is guaranteed to be a feast for the eyes and palate.

Seatings are available from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm on both Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Dinner is $195 per person for the 4-course with choices and $39 per child (ages 2 to 10), plus tax and service charges. Reservations are now available and can be made with our reservations team at 919-447-4050. Prepayment at the time of booking is required, and reservations are transferrable but non-refundable.

A Holiday Soireé with Natura Bissé

Kick off the holiday season with a festive evening of beauty, wine, and wellness at The Umstead Spa. Guests will be greeted with sparkling wine and a charcuterie display before settling in for an intimate, guided session with a licensed esthetician from Natura Bissé, the renowned Spanish luxury skincare brand.

The evening features a tasting of four wines paired with four Natura Bissé products to sample. Each wine has been thoughtfully curated by our Wine Team to complement the ingredients and characteristics of its corresponding treatment. Bringing another connection to Spain, Iciar Martinez-Sagarra, Herons Evening Assistant Manager and a native of Spain, will co-host the evening and guide guests through the wine selections, sharing her passion for hospitality and her appreciation for her home country's traditions.

Limited to 12 guests, Beauty Uncorked offers a serene and social way to celebrate the season within the tranquil ambiance of The Umstead Spa Lounge.

Thursday, December 10th from 6:30-8:30 PM.

Reservations are $185 per person plus tax and service. To reserve your spot, please call 919 447 4050 or reserve online.

A Champagne Holiday

Celebrate the season with an exploration of the world's most exceptional Champagne at our December Uncorked tasting.

From the renowned vineyards of Champagne, guests will discover what sets extraordinary bubbles apart. Through a thoughtfully curated selection of benchmark wines, Wine Director Simon Kaufmann will explore the influence of grape varieties, region and time-honored winemaking traditions on the character of each glass.

We invite you to join us for an engaging and festive opportunity to discover the remarkable diversity of these special bubbles, just in time for the holidays.

The tasting will be held on December 16th at 6:30 PM in the Fireplace Lounge. Charcuterie plates will be paired with the wines. Please call if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. Tickets are $155 plus tax and service charge and are non-refundable. 

For Reservations please call using the number below or reserve online.

Beyond Champagne

Journey beyond the familiar expressions of Champagne during an intimate Unbottled tasting dedicated to the remarkable diversity of this celebrated wine region.

Led by Wine Director Simon Kaufmann, this in-depth exploration reveals the distinctive character of Champagne's principal grape varieties, from the vibrant minerality of Chardonnay to the richness and complexity of Pinot Noir and the expressive fruit character of Meunier.

Guests will discover how geography, terroir, and winemaking traditions shape the wines of Champagne, traveling through the glass from the Montagne de Reims to the Côte des Blancs.

An exceptional opportunity to deepen your appreciation for Champagne through a thoughtfully curated selection of wines that showcase the region's extraordinary character.

The masterclass will be held on December 9th in the Sycamore Room and begin at 6:30pm. Plated Hors d'Ouevres will be presented with the wines. Please call if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. Tickets are $175 plus tax and service charge and are non-refundable. 

To enjoy this experience call or click here to reserve online.

A Champagne Holiday

Celebrate the season with an exploration of the world's most exceptional Champagne at our December Uncorked tasting.

From the renowned vineyards of Champagne, guests will discover what sets extraordinary bubbles apart. Through a thoughtfully curated selection of benchmark wines, Wine Director Simon Kaufmann will explore the influence of grape varieties, region and time-honored winemaking traditions on the character of each glass.

We invite you to join us for an engaging and festive opportunity to discover the remarkable diversity of these special bubbles, just in time for the holidays.

The tasting will be held on December 22nd at 6:30 PM in the Fireplace Lounge. Charcuterie plates will be paired with the wines. Please call if you have any dietary restrictions or allergies. Tickets are $155 plus tax and service charge and are non-refundable. 

For Reservations please call using the number below or reserve online.