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Bill Oakley Presents: An American Culinary Curiosity Dinner

Date: Mon, Sep 14, 2026

Time: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Venue: Fullsteam ATC, Durham

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Category: Food & Drink

Former Simpsons showrunner and History Channel food-history regular Bill Oakley hosts a seven-course dinner exploring regional American dishes, delicacies that are hard to find outside their hometowns and are rarely, if ever, served in Durham. Cooking it all: Phoebe Lawless, one of the most acclaimed chefs in the Triangle, a multiple-time James Beard Award semifinalist and the force behind beloved Durham institutions Scratch and The Lakewood. Phoebe prepares expertly crafted dishes inspired by Bill's travels while Bill hosts with a multimedia slideshow diving deep into the weird world of regional food. Seven surprise courses, large and small, including dessert (we cannot accommodate special orders or food allergies). Optional add-ons: Fullsteam beer and Wyndfall cider pairings, or non-alcoholic pairings. Part of a national tour presented by Stumptown Coffee Roasters.

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Bill Oakley Presents: An American Culinary Curiosity Dinner

“Book a babysitter early, as this multi-course dinner is for adults.”

When
This Monday
Mon, Sep 14, 2026
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Where
Fullsteam ATC
Durham, NC
Ages
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Bill Oakley Presents: An American Culinary Curiosity Dinner is a seven-course interactive meal and multimedia slideshow exploring rare regional dishes from across the United States. Acclaimed local chef Phoebe Lawless will prepare the surprise menu, while Oakley shares the history behind these hard-to-find hometown delicacies. This event takes place on Monday, September 14, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at Fullsteam Brewery's American Tobacco Campus location in Durham. Because the kitchen cannot accommodate dietary restrictions or food allergies for this special menu, this dinner is best suited for adventurous adult diners. You can purchase optional beverage pairings, including local beer, cider, or non-alcoholic drinks, to go with your meal. Parking is available in the nearby American Tobacco North and South decks. It is a great pick for a weekday date night or a night out with friends who appreciate good food and pop culture. You get to experience a highly curated menu from a James Beard semifinalist while enjoying a lighthearted, informative show from a comedy legend.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can the kitchen accommodate food allergies or dietary restrictions?
No, the kitchen cannot accommodate special orders, substitutions, or food allergies for this specific seven-course surprise menu.
Are drinks included in the ticket price?
Drinks are not included in the base ticket, but you can purchase optional add-on pairings featuring Fullsteam beer, Wyndfall cider, or non-alcoholic beverages.

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Bill Oakley Presents: An American Culinary Curiosity Dinner runs Mon, Sep 14, 2026, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM.

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Fullsteam ATC is at 320 Blackwell St #101, Durham, NC. Open in Google Maps.

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