Thank you for your interest in the Harvest Dinners on the Farm to support the Healthy Food For All program.
All proceeds go to providing limited-income community members with access to fresh produce through subsidized CSA shares, as well as free nutrition and cooking classes.
For every 4 dinner tickets sold a family will have a whole season of local organic fresh produce at a price they can afford---so please join us and enjoy your meal!
For additional info, please visit the Frequently Asked Questions below.
All dinners sold out in 2008 and 2009 so please reserve your seats early.
EARLY MORNING FARM HARVEST DINNER
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WHEN:
Sunday, August 29th, 2010 - 5:30pm Reception; 6:30pm Dinner
WHERE:
Early Morning Farm, Genoa
COST:
$75 per ticket (all inclusive)
CHEF:
Sean O'Brien (former Chef-Owner of Willow Restaurant)
WINE:
Bet the Farm
Remembrance Farm Harvest Dinner
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WHEN:
Thursday, September 16th, 2010 - 6:00pm Reception, 7:00pm Dinner
WHERE:
Remembrance Farm, Trumansburg
COST:
$75 per ticket (all inclusive)
CHEF:
Scott Signori, Stonecat Cafe
WINE:
Damiani Wine Cellars
SWEET LAND FARM HARVEST DINNER
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WHEN:
Sunday, September 26th, 2010 - 4:30pm Reception, 5:30pm Dinner
WHERE:
Sweet Land Farm, Trumansburg
COST:
$75 per ticket (all inclusive)
CHEF:
Chefs Christina & Jonah McKeough from Hazelnut Kitchen
WINE:
Atwater Vineyards and Billsboro Winery
only a few seats left!
STICK AND STONE FARM HARVEST DINNER
WHEN:
Sunday, October 10th, 2010 - 4:30pm Tour of Gimme! Roasting Facility, 5:00pm Reception, 6:00pm Dinner
WHERE:
Stick and Stone Farm, Ithaca
COST:
$75 per ticket (all inclusive)
CHEF:
Samantha Izzo from Simply Red Bistro at Sheldrake Point Vineyards and La Tourelle Resort and Spa
WINE:
Hosmer Winery
AUTUMN'S HARVEST FARM DINNER
WHEN:
Sunday, October 3rd, 2010 - 4:30pm Reception, 5:30pm Dinner
WHERE:
Autumn's Harvest Farm, Romulus
COST:
$75 per ticket (all inclusive)
CHEF:
Deb Whiting of Red Newt Bistro
WINE:
Red Newt Cellars
WEST HAVEN FARM & KESTREL PERCH BERRIES HARVEST DINNER
WHEN:
Sunday, November 14th, 2010 - 4:30 Reception; 5:45 Dinner
WHERE:
West Haven Farm, Ecovillage, Ithaca
COST:
$75 per ticket (all inclusive)
CHEF:
Jen Irwin & Stan Walton from Just a Taste Restaurant
BEER:
Specialty Brews from Ithaca Beer
Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT IS THE MENU FOR EACH DINNER?
Each dinner will feature a four to five course meal, with wines (or specialty brews in the case of the West Haven Farm Dinner) paired for each course. Most of the produce will come from the farm with some fruit, meat, cheeses and breads coming from other nearby Finger Lakes growers and purveyors. Whatever the menu, it's sure to be fresh and delicious!
DO YOU HAVE A VEGETARIAN OPTION?
The dinner at Sweet Land Farm on September 26th features an ALL VEGETARIAN menu so if you are enthusiastic about vegetarian cuisine that is the event for you! If making a reservation for one of the other harvest dinners you may request the vegetarian option at the time of purchasing your ticket.
WHAT IF I HAVE SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS?
Please include any dietary requirements when you make your purchase. We do not guarantee that all special requests can be accommodated but the chefs will do their best to take care of you.
WHAT IS THE ATTIRE?
Casual dress is fine, and comfortable shoes are recommended for walking through the fields to get to the dinner tables.
WHAT ABOUT PARKING?
Parking will be available at each dinner. Volunteers will help guide you. We highly encourage carpooling so that we have little impact on traffic and the neighbors.
HOW WILL I KNOW MY RESERVATION IS CONFIRMED?
Once you make your purchase, we will send you a confirmation email/letter with your reservation information. Information will include the name of your party, the number of seats purchased, and logistical information for the dinner you are attending.
WHAT IF I WANT TO PAY BY CHECK OR CASH?
To purchase by check or cash, please send an e-mail to Samantha (harvestdinners@gmail.com) or call 607-342-8845 and we will help you make your reservations.
CAN I PURCHASE TICKETS AS A GIFT?
Yes, Harvest Dinners make wonderful gifts! If you would like a special note or card sent to the recipient, please let us know and we can work with you to make your gift special.
CAN I PURCHASE SEATS FOR MORE THAN ONE DINNER?
Yes, you can attend all of the dinners.
WHAT IS THE MONEY FOR THE DINNER GOING TO SUPPORT?
All proceeds will be donated to the Healthy Food for All program, a collaborative effort of local farms and Cooperative Extension to reduce the cost of fresh, locally grown produce for over 100 low-income families in our community. To learn more about the Healthy Food for All program, or to make an additional contribution, please contact Liz Karabinakis at 607-272-2292 or evk4@cornell.edu. Donations can be made payable to CCETC- Local Foods Network and mailed to Cornell Cooperative Extension, 615 Willow Ave, Ithaca NY 14850. Thank you for your support!
IS MY PAYMENT TAX-DEDUCTIBLE?
Your payment may be tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please request a receipt for your payment when you make your reservation or when you check in at the dinner and Cooperative Extension will provide one.
CAN I BRING CHILDREN?
Absolutely, however please include them in your reservation if you would like a seat and/or dinner reserved for them.
CAN I BRING PETS?
Sorry, please leave Fido at home.
WHAT IF THE DINNER I WANT TO ATTEND IS SOLD OUT?
We are keeping a waiting list for each dinner and will contact you if a seat becomes available.
WHAT IF IT IS RAINING/SNOWING?
Each dinner will take place regardless of the weather, unless a "rain/snow date" is specified. We will have contingency plans and covered spaces in case it rains or snows. In the case that the event has to be switched to its alternative rain/snow date you will be contacted by email as soon as possible.
WHAT IF I HAVE TO CANCEL?
All ticket sales are final and non-refundable. Reservations can be sold (at the same or lesser price) or given to someone else if you cannot attend. Please let us know as soon as possible if you are trying to sell your ticket so we can help you contact people on the waiting list.
WHAT IF I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS?
Please contact Samantha at harvestdinners@gmail.com or 607-342-8845 with any questions regarding Harvest Dinner reservations or ticket sales. For general inquiries about the Healthy Food For All program you may contact Elizabeth Karabinakis, Cornell Cooperative Extension, at 607-272-2292 or evk4@cornell.edu.