Published: Aug 20, 2024 7:30 am
Real Food CT recently presented its third annual “Seed to Plate” local harvest celebration dinner at NewSylum Brewing Company.
Local chefs involved in putting on the August 9 event included Steve Forgione from Phinney’s, Pam Buchler from Aquarian Catering, Genee Habansky from Herbaceous Catering, and Matt Kirshner from Uncle Matt’s Bakery. Produce for the event was provided by Waldingfield Farm, Daffodil Hill Growers, and Laurel Glen Farm.
Musical entertainment was provided by Jeff Smith and Dan Tressler, performing as Amber Anchor and offering several bluegrass, country, and folk favorites.
There was a silent auction featuring items provided by local businesses such as The Farmhouse and BD Provisions.
Proceeds from the event went to support the work of Real Food CT, which has donated over 50 tons of fresh produce to food pantries since 2019 as well as helping to support a young farmers internship program.
Genee Habansky (far right) from Herbaceous Catering and Jesse Habansky (second from right) provided a huge spread of vegetarian delights during the third annual Seed to Plate local harvest celebration dinner on August 9. The event, hosted by NewSylum Brewing Company, is presented by and a benefit for Real Food CT and its mission to connect local farms and hunger relief organizations in the region to eliminate hunger. —Bee Photos, Glass
Real Food CT Founder and Executive Director Sean Fitzpatrick welcomes guests at the beginning of the Seed to Plate dinner.
Representing Phinney’s were, from left, Gayle Miner, Stephen Forgione, Chris Mascolo, and Lauren Squires. The group said it was “delighted” to participate and represent the South Main Street business again.
Bryan Lawrence and Amanda D’Ambrose were all smiles as they worked the bar Friday night.
Dan Tressler (left) and Jeff Smith of Amber Anchor entertained guests with a wide variety of country, bluegrass, and folk song favorites.
