Celebrating Diversity Through Food & Drink at Imperia Lake Union
At Imperia Lake Union, we believe that food tells a story — and every story deserves to be heard. One of the ways we celebrate diversity is by infusing global flavors into our event menus and supporting inclusive, community-minded purveyors for our beer, wine, and spirits.
A Menu That Reflects the World
Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate event, or celebration, we want your guests to feel represented and inspired by what’s on their plate. Our culinary team designs menus that blend local ingredients with international influences — from Korean BBQ short ribs to Mediterranean mezze platters. We love working with clients to incorporate meaningful cultural dishes, making every event a personal and inclusive experience.
Some of our favorites include:
- Grecian Cuisine, for a Mediterranean-fresh experience
- Chaatwala Market, a celebration of Indian flavors
- Street Tacos, for a little local-meets-Mexico comfort
- And entrees & apps that celebrate spices and flavors from around the word (like Moroccan Lentil Stew, Pearl Couscous Salad, Chimichurri Shoulder Loin Steak, Miso Glazed Black Cod, Tempeh Pad Phak, Pinwheel Cubano, Wagyu Beef Carpaccio, and Tea Infused Duck Breast.
Explore our main globally inspired menus and our Indian-Wedding menu to see how we bring cultures together through food. Look for your favorites at a seasonal tasting or open house at Imperia.
Supporting Diverse Purveyors
Behind every glass poured at Imperia, there’s a story of craftsmanship and care. We intentionally partner with beer, wine, and spirit purveyors who prioritize:
Diversity in ownership: Supporting women-, BIPOC-, Veteran- and LGBTQ+-owned brands, as well as family-owned and small businesses.
Sustainable practices: Because caring for the planet is part of caring for our community. This includes supporting salmon-safe, sustainable, and/or certified organic
Local sourcing: Highlighting Seattle-area and Pacific Northwest breweries, wineries, and distilleries that reflect the area’s rich cultural mix and microbrewing spirit.
Check out the provenance of our bar options.
Why It Matters
For us, diversity isn’t just a checkbox — it’s a celebration of connection. By choosing inclusive partners and creating globally inspired menus, we aim to make every guest feel seen, respected, and welcomed at the table.
At Imperia Lake Union, diversity isn’t just something we talk about — it’s something we serve, sip, and share every day.
Danielle is one half of the wife-and-wife duo that owns and operates Imperia Lake Union. However, the employees and staff at Imperia Lake Union are what make Imperia a truly inclusive and spectacular venue to be experienced. These articles are based on her, and her staff’s, experience and expertise.