GOOD FOOD, GOOD PEOPLE, GREAT CAUSE.
SUSTAINABLE FOOD CENTER, FARM TO PLATE
Sustainable Food Center's annual fundraiser and celebration of the local food system, Farm to Plate, features a night full of delicious food from Austin’s finest farm-to-table chefs, craft cocktails from local purveyors, expertly paired wine from Texas wineries, music, games, and more.
FEATURED SERVICES
Event Planning and Production
Graphic Design
Brand Activation
THE CLIENT VISION
The client's vision was to transform their event from a casual sip-and-stroll format, which allowed minimal time for guests to savor their meals at tables, into an elegant seated dinner featuring seven meticulously crafted courses paired with exceptional wines. The aim was to elevate the experience and set their event apart from other fundraisers by offering a distinctive and memorable dining experience.
THE PLAN
To ensure the success of the event, the client required a venue that permitted outside food and beverages and could comfortably accommodate over 300 seated guests. The space also needed to support onsite preparation for seven chefs and allow room for additional activities. Securing the right venue was only the first step. The subsequent challenge involved coordinating seven talented chefs to craft a truly epicurean menu. Effective communication and meticulous organization were essential to ensure that the chefs' and sommeliers' pairings would not only meet but exceed guests' expectations.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Despite the looming threat of rain that necessitated a shift to an indoor venue, the event turned out to be an outstanding success. The evening commenced with an elegant cocktail reception, featuring a selection of premium spirits from Tito’s, Fierce Whiskers, and Dulce Vida, along with an array of non-alcoholic options. Guests enjoyed a lively wine toss hosted by the Austin Food & Wine Foundation, while charming live garden plants wandered the room, creating the perfect backdrop for Instagram-worthy photos. The dinner program was flawlessly executed, with each meticulously crafted course delighting attendees amidst engaging program segments. The event concluded on a high note with a spirited paddle raise and a thrilling live auction, showcasing exclusive chef experiences from renowned, award-winning culinary talents.
