Co-owners Holly Damiani and Mark Peregory worked with Shea on the design of Pairings Food & Wine Market, a high-end food market adjoined to a full service wine and spirits shop. The pairing of the two retail locations under one roof is just one iteration of the “pairings” theme. The wine store offers over 1000 labels and a full line of spirits and bottled beers. Every bottle of wine in the store includes suggestions for food pairings, many of which can be purchased in the adjacent all-fresh, made-on-site food market. The market is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features made-to-order salads, pizzas, and sandwiches from the grill, and prepared foods for sale by the pound for take out, including meatloaf, crab cakes and chicken wings. It also features cured meats, fresh pasta-by-the-pound, a large variety of olives, and cheeses selected by a full-time cheese monger. Items from the market also come with suggested pairings of wine or beverages sold by the glass in the market or by the bottle in the wine shop. A purchase in the wine shop can be uncorked for no charge in the market and enjoyed in the dining area or on the expansive outdoor patio.

For the décor, Shea’s designers incorporated elements influenced by the markets of Europe and integrated warm earth tones, including red and gold plaster and exposed brick walls which are enhanced with custom iron lighting fixtures and antique European furniture. A striking glass wine tasting room at the entrance visually unites the two environments and the design of the space combines clean, contemporary lines with iconic traditional elements.  

The owners are striving to create a true neighborhood market that is comfortable and accessible. And they want to be flexible. They have a real desire for customer suggestions and feedback so that they can continue to serve their guests in the best way possible.