9th Annual Chautauqua Farmer-Neighbor Dinner
Chautauqua County is rich in agriculture and home to over 1,275 farms. With such prominence in our County, the tie to farming is something many have come to know and love. Our community is fortunate to enjoy rural landscapes that are preserved by our farming operations, along with access to wholesome, locally produced foods. This event is an opportunity to celebrate our community’s farmers who work tirelessly to produce safe, wholesome food for all to consume.
This farm-to-table dinner will showcase a variety of delicious food products. While each year’s dinner is different and dependent on the donations provided, it is sure to include a beautiful array of fruits, vegetables, beef, chicken, lamb, pork, maple syrup, and honey, all grown and harvested by Western New York farmers and prepared by 3C’s Catering of Kennedy, NY. No farm-to-table dinner would be complete without locally produced beverages, including beer, wine, milk, and grape juice. The event regularly sells out, with over 250 people gathering to celebrate farmers and food.
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Sponsorship & Donations
The Committee is currently seeking Chautauqua-produced products to be included in the dinner, as well as sponsorships for the event. If you are interested in helping with a local food or beverage donation, no matter the quantity, please contact Lindsey Delles at Farm Credit East at (716) 451-1063, or by email at lindsey.delles@farmcrediteast.com. If you are interested in being a sponsor, please contact Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County at (716) 664-9502, or by email at ChautauquaAg@cornell.edu.
Individual dinner tickets are available for $25 per person, or $10 for children ages 12 and under. Agricultural Advocate tables are available to purchase for $220, and include a full table reserved for eight diners and your name in the event program. Be sure to reserve your tickets early, as there is limited seating available. Tickets, including the Agricultural Advocate package, can be purchased by calling Cornell Cooperative Extension of Chautauqua County at (716) 664-9502, or by email at ChautauquaAg@cornell.edu.