Exclusive Host Committee Launch Party with Gather
Wednesday, May 21st 5:30-7:30 pm
Signature Dinner with Big Tree
Sunday, June 1st 5-8 pm
SOLD OUT Specialty Dinner with Leeward
Sunday, July 27th 5-8 pm
SOLD OUT Specialty Dinner with Regards
Friday, September 19th 5:30-8:30 pm
SOLD OUT Signature Dinner with EVO Kitchen + Bar
Friday, October 3rd 5:30-8:30 pm
Join the Host Committee to gain early access to tickets for the entire season starting in March. Our Members will have the opportunity to purchase remaining tickets two months prior to each event, while general audiences will gain access shortly thereafter.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Maddy Nemec, Events & Rentals Manager I mnemec@wolfesneck.org I (207) 865-4469 x216
Photo: Krista Cole, Owner (Left) & Mimi Weissenborn, Chef (Right)
Gather offers a farm-to-table dining experience focused on bold flavors and fresh, local ingredients. From the creative minds that also bring you Sur Lie, Gather is owned by Krista Cole, a two times James Beard Award semi-finalist, and helmed by Chef Mimi Weissenborn, a Top Chef competitor. This woman led restaurant has earned widespread acclaim for its culinary excellence and creativity.
Photo: Co-Owners of Big Tree Hospitality, Andrew Taylor (Left) & Arlin Smith (Right)
Big Tree Hospitality is a hospitality group known for its exceptional restaurants like Eventide and The Honey Paw, and their commitment to showcasing the best of local ingredients. The James Beard Award winning team has earned numerous accolades for its culinary excellence, innovation, dedication to sustainability, and ability to highlight New England’s bounty.
Photo: Jake Stevens, Chef & Owner of Leeward
Nestled in Portland’s vibrant culinary scene, Leeward offers a captivating blend of Italian and coastal Maine cuisine, expertly crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Since opening in 2020, Leeward has received multiple James Beard Award nominations, including two consecutive nominations for Best Chef of the Northeast. Whether you’re enjoying fresh pasta or creative seasonal dishes, every meal at Leeward is an unforgettable experience.
Photo: Neil Zabriskie, Chef & Owner of Regards
Neil Zabriskie, chef and owner of Regards Restaurant, in Portland, Maine, shares his passion for coastal cuisine infused with Mexican and Japanese techniques and flavors.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, California, Neil developed his love for cooking in the vibrant food scene of LA. Seeking further culinary education and experience, he made his way to New York City, where he spent 12 years honing his skills in Spanish and Japanese restaurants. He relocated to Maine with the goal of opening his own restaurant. After working in the Portland community for several years; making connections with local farmers, fishermen and purveyors, he opened Regards.
In 2022, Bon Appétit Magazine included Regards on their list of ‘Top 50 Best New Restaurants’, which helped to launch Neil’s status as a culinary force. Neil’s talent and dedication has led him to receive numerous accolades, most recently he was recognized as a star chef of New England and named a “Chef to Watch” in 2023 by Plate Magazine.
Photo: Mike Carney, Executive Chef of EVO
Experience the dynamic flavors of EVO Kitchen + Bar, where the award-winning team blends Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisines into fresh, unforgettable dishes. Located in the heart of Portland, Maine, EVO offers a vibrant atmosphere, exceptional service, and a menu that celebrates bold, locally sourced ingredients.
The Farm to Table series supports all of the work we do here at Wolfe’s Neck Center to create a world where agriculture and food systems support farmer viability, thriving ecosystems, and vibrant communities. The Host Committee plays a key role in making this series a success – and so much fun. We invite you to “dig-in” and help us make a real impact in 2025 while enjoying some delicious food.
Enjoy access to the invitation-only Host Committee Launch Party with Gather, along with tickets to four exceptional dinners. This season’s dining experiences feature two Signature Events—Big Tree and EVO—and two Specialty Dinners—Leeward and Regards. As a Host Committee Member, you’ll also receive regular curated emails on exciting upcoming workshops, programs, and opportunities.
Enjoy access to the invitation-only Host Committee Launch Party with Gather and tickets to two Signature Events featuring Big Tree and EVO. As a Host Committee Member, you’ll also receive regular curated emails on upcoming exciting workshops, programs, and opportunities.
Receive early access to purchase tickets to all of Wolfe’s Neck Center Farm to Table events and receive regular curated emails on upcoming exciting workshops, programs, and opportunities.
If you have additional questions, please contact:
Jeannie Mattson I jmattson@wolfesneck.org | (207) 865-4469 x 110
If you are unable to attend an event, you may transfer your tickets to another person and provide us with their name and contact information, or if there is a waitlist for the event, we can refund you and sell the tickets to someone else.
Yes, all events will be held rain or shine. That is one of the exciting things about the Smith Center!
If an event sells out, there will be the option to join a waitlist. If tickets become available, those on the waitlist will be given the opportunity to purchase them on a first-come, first-served basis. We anticipate more movement with the waitlist this year, so we encourage people to sign up for spots on the waitlist!
Our food partners will do their best to provide vegetarian and gluten–free options, but please notify us in advance of any food allergies.
The USDA funding freeze is hitting Wolfe’s Neck Center hard. We are asking for your help to continue connecting people to agriculture and training the next generation of farmers.
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