Farm To Fork 2021 will be held in the Historic Downtown District of Fort Dodge on Saturday, August 28th. The event is hosted by Main Street Fort Dodge and highlights locally sourced foods and prepared by local businesses.
FORT DODGE, IOWA (PRWEB) AUGUST 23, 2021
Main Street Fort Dodge is hosting the second Farm 2 Fork Dinner in Fort Dodge Saturday, August 28. The evening of family-style farm-fresh cuisine, local unique wines and beer, and live music were created to encourage people to come downtown as Main Street works to change the culture in the downtown. The event is made possible through the generous support of the Green State Credit Union.
The event will be held on the street in the 800 block of Central Avenue beginning with a reception at 4:30. Dinner will be served at 5:30. This experience goes well beyond the dinner. "We showcase local foods grown by local people prepared by downtown restaurants and caterers,” stated Kris Patrick, executive director. “The Gabriel Alves trio will be entertaining.” Changes are being made to ensure the safety of those attending. Round tables of 6-8 will be used for social distancing.
The distinctive event captures the talents of many Fort Dodge groups bringing them together for this exclusive opportunity. Featuring appetizers from The Fox and the Fork Catering, and the five-course meal catered by Olde Boston’s. The special menu created for the event includes apples from the Community Orchard, wine from Soldier Creek Winery, locally crafted beer from River Hops Brewing, entrée supplied by Sawyer Meats, and vegetables purchased locally. Completing the meal, The Dariette will create a specialty dessert with specially blended coffee from Central Perk and Dessert.
Tables of 6 are $400. This includes the five-course meal and beverages including wine and beer. Individual tickets are available for $60 for first-come-first-served seating.
Tickets are available at Main Street Fort Dodge located at 24 N 9th Street Suite D in the Growth Alliance Building. For people wishing to purchase with PayPal or a card, tickets are available for purchase on http://www.mainstreetfd.org or through Main Street’s Facebook page. Seating is limited.
Central Avenue will be closed starting at 2 p.m. on August 28. Parking is available in the Wells Fargo lot adjacent to the north, public lots, or on 8th Street and 9th Street.
“Our partnership with GreenState Credit Union allowed us to host this event. Their sponsorship of the event and support of downtown Fort Dodge is unparalleled. We appreciate the great response for this event and support from local businesses purchasing tables, without the tremendous support of our service providers and volunteers this event would be just a dream.”
For more information contact Kris Patrick by email at info@mainstreetfd.org or call 515-573-3172.
Main Street Fort Dodge is located at 24 North 9th Street, Suite D in Fort Dodge, IA. Main Street Fort Dodge is a volunteer organization that fosters public-private partnerships, to revitalize and market Historic Downtown Fort Dodge. Additional information is available at http://www.mainstreetfd.org and following Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.