Eric and Marianne’s Signature Wine Dinner at Opa! Social
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Enjoy a Culinary Tour of the Mediterranean with a Sophisticated, Modern Flair at This Artisanal Dinner Experience
Enjoy a sparkling wine reception and an inventive, handcrafted five-course dinner with a focus on Virginia-, Greek- and Italian-inspired flavors -
Eric Hess and Marianne Trak Hess, the founders behind Lola's Farmhouse Bistro and now the groundbreaking Opa! Social, bring passion, experience and a deep love of community to create a dining destination with a focus on Mediterranean cuisine with a modern touch and spirited, heartfelt service.
Please join Eric, Marianne and her team for a delightful dinner held in the brand new Opa! Social!
With Your Ticket, You Will:
- Enjoy a sparkling reception and five-course Signature Wine Dinner
- Learn about the wine and food pairing from Opa's chef and beverage manager
- Savor the beauty, charm, and fresh, modern character of the new bistro
Important Information
- All-inclusive
- If you have dietary restrictions, please contact Alex Papajohn at apapajohn@VariantEvents.com
- Only 55 seats
- You may arrive anytime after 5:30pm
- Casual attire
- 21 and over
Menu and Wine Pairings for 2027 Dinner Coming Soon
About Opa! Social Coming Soon
About the Owners and Chef
Eric Hess and Marianne Trak Hess, the heart behind Lola's Farmhouse, bring passion, experience, and a deep love for their community to every plate served.
Married right here on the property they now own, the couple took over the restaurant in 2025, fulfilling a dream rooted in shared history and courage. Marianne grew up in restaurants most notably The Grapevine Restaurant where she grew her passion for hospitality as a bartender and manager. Eric is a Virginia Tech Mechanical Engineering and VCU Operations Research graduate. He began working in restaurants during graduate school at VCU and became passionate about hospitality. Eric was a long time bartender right down the street at Hermitage Country Club. It was at
The Grapevine that the two met and inspired one another to go after their dream of entrepreneurship.
Devoted animal lovers and champions of kindness, Eric and Marianne have created more than just a restaurant-they've built a welcoming home where history, food and heartfelt service come together.
