March of Dimes 2005 Star Chef's Award

"Best Dish In Hampton Roads"

Chef Weihbrecht stunned everyone present at this year's annual charity event.  This year's theme, "Under the Big-Top," inspired Chef Jerry to use all of his culinary skills in creating "Citrus Unagi (Eel) Cones."  It is a dish that captures the unique flavors of the region through ingredients, preparation and imagination.  Chef Jerry served Citrus Unagi (Eel) in hand dipped chocolate cones. Accompanying the Unagi were chocolate-covered organic Oyster Mushrooms, from Sedley, VA.

Sommelier (MS#1) Court of Master Sommeliers

Sareé Mulhern was recently certified a level one Sommelier as recognized through the United States Sommelier's Guild.  Her enthusiasm has earned Zoës the Wine Spectators "Award of Excellence" as well as Portfolio's "Crystal Stem Award". Zoës wine list offers a selection of over 290 unique and desirable wines including twenty different by-the-glass offerings.  Sareé is available to assist you with any questions about selections, pairings, or just to expose you to something new and different.

 AAA Four Diamond Rating 2005

This is the highest dining award from America's leading Travel Provider.  With the highest standards and strictest guidelines, AAA was impressed by the excellent culinary creations of Chef Jerry Weihbrecht, the elegant décor, warm ambiance, extensive wine list, and fine service they experienced at Zoës,  making us the only four Diamond Restaurant in Virginia Beach

March of Dimes 2004 Star Chef's Award "Chef's Choice Award"

The most successful fundraiser to date was held by Hampton Roads March of Dimes. 20-30 area chefs donate time, food and most importantly talent, to make the Star Chefs Auction a Gala event.  Throughout the evening dishes are being judged by industry professionals to determine the recipients of varied awards.  As the highest honor, the Chef's decide which dish they prefer the most, and our Chef, Jerry Weihbrecht won this prestigious award, welcoming him into the Star Chef Alumni.

Golden Fork Award 2004 & 2005

Portfolio Weekly awards its Golden Forks annually to recognize area restaurants for outstanding food and service.  Zoës opened in October of 2003 to critical acclaim and the 2004 Golden Fork let area diners know there was a new destination for excellent food and superior service.  The 2005 Golden Fork  acknowledged our continued effort to keep Zoës excellence a cut above the rest.