See Why Champagne Inspires Magic During Our Monthlong Champagne Region Celebration

Beverage Director Dave Mattern highlights some of his favorite Champagnes at Truluck’s. Is there ever a wrong occasion for Champagne? The answer is a resounding no. And though the bubbly beverage gets its namesake from the Champagne region of France, Truluck’s Beverage Director Dave Mattern assures you that there’s no need to visit France to…

Wine Lessons Learned from the Famed Duo Behind El Bulli

After a special opportunity in New York City, Truluck’s Beverage Director Dave Mattern shares what he learned. When a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to dine and learn from some of the most influential people in the restaurant industry comes knocking, you can’t say no. Recently, Truluck’s Beverage Director Dave Mattern received such an invitation: to dine with…

5 Wine Pairing Questions to Ask That Ensure a Stellar Meal

Find Your Perfect Wine Pairing at Truluck’s Beverage Director Dave Mattern Answers Your Questions Pleasure, delight, surprise—that’s what Beverage Director Dave Mattern wants you to feel while experiencing Truluck’s wine menu. “Our wine list is effortless in a way that all of the wines are all really good and the best available at the price…

New Year, Healthier Habits: Eating Well at Truluck’s

A Deep Dive on the Truluck’s Ingredients That Can Benefit Your Health It’s the beginning of a new year—which means that “new year, new you” feeling is still in the air, and with it, the desire to prioritize wellness and healthy eating. At Truluck’s, the ingredients we use are important. And though many dishes are…

A Conversation with Javier Pagés, President of the D.O. Cava and Dave Mattern, Truluck’s Director of Beverage

Javier Pagés has presided over the Regulatory Council of the CAVA Protected Designation of Origin since 2018. Over his long career, he has held important positions and gained considerable experience as a CEO, director, and president. He also has an extensive background in family and international businesses. Pagés was CEO of the Raventós CODORNIU Group…

Raise a Most Special Glass with Champagne Coravin

By Truluck’s Beverage Director, Dave Mattern Let me ask you: is there anything better than great seafood and a bottle of spectacular Champagne leisurely enjoyed with friends and family? Of course, the mere mention of Champagne invokes a sense of celebration, as if something momentous has occurred (or perhaps will occur) that needs to be…

We are the lucky ones.

 Dave Mattern, Partner and Beverage Director since 2004   What makes Truluck’s unique is the collection of wonderful personalities that breathes dazzling life into this 28-year-old privately held restaurant concept. We are lucky to have a few people that have stuck with us from day one. In fact, these people inspired us to wonder, “If…

Bollinger Champagne Harvest

My Face-to-Grape Meeting with French Royalty.   Dave Mattern, Truluck’s Beverage Director I am the luckiest guy I know. I’m fortunate enough to work in the Hospitality industry, which means I am granted the privilege of creating lasting memories for nice people. On top of that, my role as Beverage Director enables me to introduce…

Choosing a Wine at Truluck’s

Pairing wine with food