Saté Announces Partnership with Virginia Living Museum

NEWPORT NEWS, VA (April 4, 2025) – The Virginia Living Museum and Saté are excited to jointly announce a new culinary partnership that will bring fresh energy and delicious dining options to museum visitors beginning mid April.Saté will offer its signature culinary excellence with an array of delicious snacks, full lunch service, and specialized options for school groups and camps. Beyond serving museum members and daily visitors, Saté will expand their catering services as a vendor for special events at the Museum.

This strategic partnership deepens both organizations’ commitment to community engagement and strengthens the Virginia Living Museum’s position as one of Hampton Roads’ most desirable special event venues.

“This will be a delicious brand alignment as both institutions work to bring awareness to sustainable dining practices and locally-sourced ingredients,” says Rebecca Kleinhample, Executive Director of the Virginia Living Museum. “We’re thrilled to offer our visitors an exceptional dining experience that complements their museum journey.”

Chef Kyle Fowlkes , a celebrated figure in Hampton Roads’ culinary landscape and familiar face on The Hampton Roads Show, will bring his innovative approach to cuisine to the museum setting. His dedication to excellence has earned him numerous prestigious awards throughout his career, making this partnership particularly exciting for museum patrons.”We’re beyond excited to bring Saté’s unique flavors to the Virginia Living Museum,” says Chef Kyle. “This new location allows us to share our passion for food while supporting the museum’s mission.”

The café space, which offers views of the museum’s natural surroundings, will be transformed to reflect Saté’s warm and inviting atmosphere while maintaining harmony with the museum’s aesthetic.
Operating hours, menu highlights, and additional details will be announced in the coming weeks. Museum members can look forward to special dining promotions as part of this new partnership.

For more information about the Virginia Living Museum and upcoming events, visit thevlm.org.

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