august

FEATURING:  ASHLEY RILEY

Earthy grit. Rootsy and soft. A distinct voice. At its core, Ashley Riley’s music is best described as sophisticated indie/Americana. New Noise Magazine called her “one of the best obscure female artists I've heard in, well, ever,” and In- Forty.com declared her a “female songstress everyone would be wise to spend time with.

Patio seating will be available on a first-come basis.   Make your patio dinner reservations to ensure your table!

Music presented by Black Dirt Management  Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

Celebrate the art of wild-inspired mixology at our Culinary Cocktail Tasting on the patio. This immersive tasting explores how garden-grown ingredients and foraging techniques can transform cocktails into something truly memorable. You’ll be guided through four unique approaches to cocktail-making using herbs, fruits, shrubs, fat-washing, and tinctures, each paired with a seasonal small plate from our kitchen.

The evening includes a welcome cocktail, four thoughtfully crafted pairings, and a tincture kit to continue your cocktail creations at home.

Welcome
Farmer’s Market Bloody Mary

Course One: Simple Syrups
Botanist Mule
Pairing: Herb-Fruited Salad

Course Two: Shrubs
The Original Soda: Spritzer and Spirit-Free
Pairing: Pickled Garden Vegetable Plate

Course Three: Fat-Washing
Fat-Washed Rum & Coke
Pairing: Argentinian Beef Skewer

Course Four: Tinctures
Bramble Berry Old Fashioned
Pairing: Blueberry-Blackberry Dark Chocolate

Compliment your evening with a delicious dinner in our dining room before or after the tasting.

SEATING IS COMMUNAL BUT YOU'LL BE SEATED WITH YOUR PARTY.

Tickets: $55 plus tax (gratuity included.) This event is open to adults 21 years of age or older with a valid ID.

FEATURING:  KYLE YAP!

Kyle is a down to Earth 15+ year professional musician based in Central Illinois playing an average of 100 live performances per year. He's played all over the United States with various bands and as a solo performer. There aren't many gigs Kyle hasn't done! 

Weddings, retirement and graduation parties, indoor camping festivals, county fairs, and more. His repertoire includes several original songs as well as a diverse range of cover tunes from different styles and time periods. #CornRock.

Music presented by Black Dirt Management  Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

FEATURING:  THE LONE CANARY

Anchored in the rich loam of Folk/Americana music, The Lone Canary embodies the harmonious talents of Heather Camacho and Jesse Fox. Camacho graces the stage with her rich vocals, dynamic fiddle, and rhythmic percussion, complemented by Fox's gruff voice and acoustic guitar resonances.

Patio seating will be available on a first-come basis.   Make your patio dinner reservations to ensure your table!

Music presented by Black Dirt Management  Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

FEATURING:  MARQUES MOREL

Rustic and midwestern folk, country, blues

Patio seating will be available on a first-come basis.   Make your patio dinner reservations to ensure your table!

Music presented by Black Dirt Management  Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

FEATURING:  JOHN TILL

John Till cultivates folk, blues & country from the farthest reaches of the Great Plains to the Appalachian foothills, down to the delta & back up to Chicago for a sound that’s equal parts pastoral & main street charm.

Patio seating will be available on a first-come basis.   Make your patio dinner reservations to ensure your table!

Music presented by Black Dirt Management  Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

FEATURING:  RIVER VALLEY RANGERS

Dan & Mark from midwestern bluegrass powerhouse River Valley Rangers

Patio seating will be available on a first-come basis.   Make your patio dinner reservations to ensure your table!

Music presented by Black Dirt Management  Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.

FEATURING:  DEVIN C. WILLIAMS

Devin C. Williams is a distinguished musician, and songwriter. His mastery of the resonator guitar and deep rooted passion for Delta Blues has earned him a prominent place in the contemporary music scene.

Patio seating will be available on a first-come basis.   Make your patio dinner reservations to ensure your table!

Music presented by Black Dirt Management  Our live music lineup delivers unforgettable performances all year long—because at DESTIHL, every season brings its own soundtrack.