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Chef John Lawrence cooking in a Hugga cabin kitchen

Private Dining at Hugga

Dinner with Chef John Lawrence

John Lawrence is a Columbus chef with 20 years in restaurant kitchens, from farm to table to fine dining. At Hugga he cooks seasonal dinners right in your cabin, sourcing from Ohio farms and handling everything from setup to cleanup.

Pick a plated dinner for an evening that feels like a night out, or a family-style spread for a long, loud table with friends. Either way, you never leave the cabin.

Follow John on Instagram @johnlawrence_ours

A table set with a full private dinner
Chef John Lawrence with a spread of plated dishes in a Hugga kitchen
Roasted chicken with herbs and sauce
Charred asparagus with dill
Apple and greens salad

How it works

Three steps, one email

1

Book your stay

Check the private dining box at checkout, or use the link in your confirmation email. Tell us the night, how many people, and anything John should know.

2

We introduce you

We send one email to you and John. He confirms the date, walks you through the menus, and settles any dietary needs and pricing directly with you.

3

Sit down and eat well

John shops, cooks in your cabin, serves, and handles setup through cleanup. All you do is pull up a chair.

Plated Dinner

$125 to $175 per person

3 to 4 courses, dessert included

Family Style

$75 to $105 per person

Shared dishes, minimum 4 guests

John confirms availability and final pricing with you directly. Hugga takes no fee. Requests need at least 3 days of notice before check-in.

Winter 2026 menus

Plated dinners

Three to four courses, served at the table. Pick one menu for the evening; John adjusts for dietary needs.

Tuscan Farmhouse

  1. Roasted Garlic & White Bean Crostini

    Creamy cannellini, roasted garlic, rosemary oil, grilled country bread, Parmesan

  2. Winter Panzanella with Kale & Radicchio

    Torn bread, lacinato kale, radicchio, roasted winter squash, white balsamic, pecorino

  3. Braised Short Ribs with Polenta & Gremolata

    Red wine-braised beef, creamy polenta, bright herb gremolata, roasted carrots

  4. Ricotta Cheesecake with Honey & Orange

    Light Italian cheesecake, orange zest, wildflower honey, candied walnuts

Modern Middle Eastern

  1. Whipped Feta with Harissa Honey & Za'atar

    Creamy feta, spicy-sweet honey, herb blend, warm flatbread, marinated olives

  2. Roasted Cauliflower with Tahini & Pomegranate

    Whole roasted head, sesame sauce, jeweled seeds, herbs, toasted pine nuts

  3. Lamb Shoulder with Freekeh & Labneh

    Slow-roasted lamb, smoky grain, strained yogurt, charred winter vegetables, mint

  4. Halva Panna Cotta with Pistachio Crumble

    Sesame-tahini custard, crushed pistachios, orange blossom syrup, edible flowers

Korean-American Fusion

  1. Kimchi Pancakes with Gochujang Aioli

    Crispy scallion-kimchi pancakes, spicy mayo, sesame, scallions

  2. Winter Greens with Soy-Sesame Dressing

    Butter lettuce and napa cabbage, pickled daikon, sesame seeds, crispy shallots

  3. Gochujang-Glazed Pork Belly with Sweet Potato Mash

    Caramelized pork belly, creamy sweet potato, braised collards, scallion oil

  4. Black Sesame Crème Brûlée

    Nutty custard, torched sugar, candied ginger, sesame

Nordic Hygge

  1. Cured Salmon Gravlax with Pickled Vegetables

    Dill-cured salmon, quick-pickled root vegetables, rye crisps, horseradish crème fraîche, dill oil

  2. Roasted Beet Salad with Smoked Trout & Dill

    Golden and red beets, flaked trout, crème fraîche, fresh dill, caraway, rye crumble

  3. Bison Loin with Juniper & Root Vegetables

    Seared venison, juniper-red wine reduction, parsnip purée, roasted Brussels sprouts, currants

  4. Cardamom Rice Pudding with Berry Compote

    Warm spiced pudding, winter berry sauce, toasted almonds, brown butter

New England Coastal

  1. New England Clam Chowder

    Creamy chowder, oyster crackers, chives

  2. Bibb Lettuce with Lobster, Avocado & Citrus

    Butter lettuce, poached lobster, avocado, winter citrus, tarragon vinaigrette

  3. Roasted Cod with Fingerling Potatoes & Brown Butter

    Thick cod portions, roasted fingerlings, winter greens, brown butter, lemon, capers

  4. Cranberry-Orange Crumble with Whipped Cream

    Warm berry crumble with winter citrus, fresh whipped cream, orange zest

Southern Supper Club

  1. Salmon and Crab Cakes

    Pan-seared salmon and lump crab cakes, remoulade, winter herb salad, lemon

  2. Wedge Salad with Buttermilk Ranch & Bacon

    Iceberg quarters, housemade ranch, crispy bacon, cherry tomatoes, chives

  3. Roasted Chicken with Carolina Gold Rice & Gravy

    Herb-roasted chicken, creamy rice, pan gravy, braised collard greens, hot sauce

  4. Apple-Cranberry Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream

    Warm biscuit-topped cobbler, tart cranberries, vanilla ice cream

Coastal Hearth

  1. Beef Tartare with Parsley Salad

    Prime beef, bright herb salad, grilled sourdough

  2. Charred Radicchio with Green Goddess & Herbs

    Charred radicchio and endive, creamy green goddess, soft-boiled egg, radishes, seeds, edible flowers

  3. Dry-Aged Duck Breast with Root Vegetables & Pomegranate Gastrique

    Seared duck breast, roasted carrots and turnips, duck fat potatoes, pomegranate reduction, watercress

  4. Brown Butter Pear Galette

    Rustic free-form tart, caramelized pears, brown butter crust, crème fraîche

New American Soul

  1. Charred Broccolini with Berbere Butter

    Spiced Ethiopian butter, lemon, toasted breadcrumbs

  2. Pork Loin with Winter Vegetable Succotash & Pepper Vinegar

    Roasted pork loin, lima beans with roasted root vegetables, hot pepper vinegar, herbs

  3. Short Rib Suya with Sweet Potato Purée & Braised Greens

    Slow-braised short ribs with West African suya spice, sweet potato purée, collards braised with smoked turkey, crispy shallots

  4. Cornbread Panzanella with Roasted Pears & Ice Cream

    Toasted cornbread cubes, roasted pears, vanilla ice cream, bourbon caramel, mint

California Wine Country

  1. Roasted Delicata Squash with Burrata & Hazelnuts

    Sweet roasted squash, torn burrata, toasted hazelnuts, balsamic reduction, arugula, sage

  2. Charred Little Gems with Green Goddess & Herbs

    Charred baby lettuces, creamy green goddess, soft-boiled egg, radishes, seeds

  3. Branzino with Celery Root-Apple Slaw

    Whole roasted branzino, celery root and apple slaw, roasted fingerling potatoes, brown butter sauce with sage, hazelnuts, and lemon

  4. Meyer Lemon Tart with Whipped Cream & Candied Almonds

    Bright citrus custard, buttery crust, fresh whipped cream, candied almonds, lemon zest

Family style

Big platters passed around the table, for groups of four or more.

Farm Table Classic

  • Herb-Roasted Chicken, Mushroom-Thyme Pan Jus
  • Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Chive Oil
  • Roasted Root Vegetables
  • Winter Chicories, Citrus Vinaigrette, Pomegranate
  • Dark Chocolate Torte, Espresso Cream

Mediterranean Evening

  • Slow-Roasted Lamb Shoulder, Mint Chimichurri
  • Lemon Herb Risotto
  • Charred Broccolini, Chili Oil
  • Radicchio, Blood Orange, Shaved Fennel, Olive Oil
  • Olive Oil Cake, Candied Orange

Midwest Harvest

  • Pork Tenderloin, Apple Cider Reduction
  • Root Vegetable Gratin
  • Maple-Glazed Carrots
  • Arugula, Pear, Blue Cheese, Candied Walnuts
  • Seasonal Fruit Crisp

Coastal Comfort

  • Pan-Seared Salmon, Lemon-Caper Butter
  • Creamy Parmesan Polenta
  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Garlic & Herb Oil
  • Baby Greens, Shaved Fennel, Citrus Vinaigrette
  • Lemon Panna Cotta, Cranberry Compote

Italian Sunday Supper

  • Braised Short Ribs, Red Wine & Rosemary
  • Soft Polenta, Mascarpone
  • Tuscan Kale, White Beans, Garlic
  • Caesar Salad, White Anchovies, Parmesan Crisps
  • Tiramisu

French Countryside

  • Herb-Crusted Pork Chops, Dijon Pan Sauce
  • Potatoes au Gratin
  • Haricots Verts, Shallot Butter
  • Butter Lettuce, Tarragon Vinaigrette, Radishes
  • Dark Chocolate Mousse, Whipped Cream

Modern Americans

  • Coffee-Rubbed Beef Tenderloin, Bourbon Jus
  • Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Fresh Herbs
  • Charred Brussels Sprouts, Bacon, Maple
  • Winter Chicories, Apple, Candied Walnuts, Blue Cheese
  • Bourbon Pecan Tart

Garden to Table

  • Roasted Chicken Thighs, Preserved Lemon & Herb Butter
  • Wild Rice Pilaf, Dried Cherries, Toasted Almonds
  • Honey-Roasted Carrots, Thyme
  • Arugula, Roasted Beets, Goat Cheese, Pistachios
  • Honey Cheesecake, Walnut Crumble

Tuscan Farmhouse

  • Porchetta-Style Pork Loin, Fennel & Garlic
  • Creamy White Bean Ragout, Rosemary
  • Roasted Romanesco, Lemon & Parmesan
  • Radicchio & Endive, Balsamic Fig Vinaigrette, Shaved Pecorino
  • Panna Cotta, Poached Pear

New England Inspired

  • Herb-Butter Cod, Brown Butter & Capers
  • Roasted Fingerling Potatoes, Dill
  • Maple-Glazed Root Vegetables
  • Boston Bibb Lettuce, Cucumber, Buttermilk Dressing
  • Apple Galette, Vanilla Bean Cream

Plan a stay with dinner in

Choose a cabin, then check the private dining box at checkout.

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