Ten Years at the Fire

THE EXPERIENCE

J.C. Holdway marks its 10th anniversary on September 13. To celebrate, Chef Joseph Lenn will present a special anniversary edition of Chef’s Classics during the ten dinner services from September 1 through 12, Tuesday through Saturday.

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This five-course prix fixe dinner will celebrate the dishes, ingredients, and live-fire cooking that have shaped our first decade at the historic Daylight Building in downtown Knoxville.

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HOW TO RESERVE

Make a standard dinner reservation through Resy. No advance menu choice is required. Your table may decide after arrival whether to order from our regular à la carte menu or select the anniversary Chef’s Classics. If selected, Chef’s Classics must be enjoyed by the entire table and does not require a deposit.

 

Reservations for September 1 open on Monday, August 3, at noon. Reservations for each remaining date open at noon exactly 30 calendar days in advance.

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DINNER FORMAT & PRICING

The experience begins with small snacks, followed by five courses. Guests select one option from each course, with pacing guided by the kitchen and service team.

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Because the menu follows the season and daily sourcing, dishes may change and will not be published online in advance. Each evening’s menu will be revealed at the table.

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The anniversary edition is $149 per guest, excluding beverages, tax, and service charge. An optional wine pairing will be available. The bar will also feature Make A Phone Call, Bold Fashioned, and other favorites from our first ten years.

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DIETARY OPTIONS

With at least 24 hours’ notice, we will do our best to accommodate most allergies. Options that naturally avoid gluten, tree nuts, shellfish, or meat are available within each course. Vegan, dairy-free, allium-free, and seed-oil-free diets cannot be accommodated. Because all food is prepared in a shared kitchen, cross-contact cannot be guaranteed. Please include all allergies and dietary restrictions in your Resy notes and confirm them with your server upon arrival.

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TIMING, CANCELLATIONS & QUESTIONS

The experience is designed to unfold within the standard reservation time. Standard cancellation terms apply. Cancellations made less than four hours before the reservation are subject to a fee of $25 per person. If your preferred time is unavailable, join Resy’s Notify list. For questions, email hello@jcholdway.com.

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WITH GRATITUDE

To the guests, farmers, makers, and team members who have gathered around our tables and fire over these ten years: thank you. We cannot wait to celebrate with you.

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