Gaggenau’s Club 1683, in partnership with Warners Stellian, hosted an intimate and memorable “Autumn Evening in the Black Forest” at the Pillsbury Castle in Minneapolis. The homeowners, Matthew Trettel and Ryan Hanson, opened their home to Minneapolis’ leading design community for an unforgettable evening.
The evening opened with an introduction to the Club 1683 program and highlighted Gaggenau’s ongoing partnership with Warners’ Stellian. Bill Warner, President of Warners’ Stellian, also shared a few words before Matthew, the host and owner of the home, guided guests on a short tour of the property. The tour concluded in the kitchen, where Gaggenau appliances were showcased and the culinary team introduced: award-winning chef and culinary artist Bobby Cortez and BSH corporate chef Amy Alcorn.
Guests were ushered into the dining room, where they were welcomed with a piano recital, setting an elegant tone for the evening. The five-course dinner prepared by Chefs Cortez and Alcorn highlighted seasonal artistry with dishes such as cauliflower onion velouté, roasted beet panna cotta, black cod with Riesling beurre blanc, aged grass-fed short rib with huckleberry jus, candy cap mushroom cream, and a chestnut-inspired dessert. Each course was expertly paired with wines selected by renowned sommelier Nico Giraud of The Tasting Room , enriching the flavors and enhancing the culinary journey.
The setting further brought the evening’s theme, “Autumn in the Black Forest,” to life, with floral arrangements and décor designed to evoke the beauty and craftsmanship at the core of the Gaggenau brand. The atmosphere combined refinement and inspiration, offering trade partners an opportunity to connect more deeply with the brand while enjoying a one-of-a-kind dining experience.
Photography by Becca Dilley