October 2, 2024

Downtown Lisbon Street, Lewiston

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LOCAL FOOD

LOCAL CHEFS

LOCAL STUDENTS

Who: Local Food Local Places + LA Metro Chamber

What: The 3rd Annual Taste the Harvest Community Dinner & Drinks

When: Wednesday, October 2nd, 5 PM to 7 PM  

Where: Lisbon Street closure from Ash to Main Street

About Taste the Harvest

Taste the Harvest is a street festival that highlights and promotes our local food economy, from farm to table. Enjoy tapas-style dishes in a multi-chef collaborative dining experience al fresco, complete with the Baxter Beer and Wine Garden. Ingredients are selected from local farms and food producers to highlight the best tastes of harvest while boosting our local food economy.

Event attendees will use a dinner passport to access each offering, dining at their own pace. Dinner will be served at stations located on Lisbon Street, between Ash and Main. This multiple-course collaborative dining experience will showcase locally sourced ingredients from area farms, and will be crafted, prepared + served to you by the chefs from bon Vivant, Mother India, Orchid, Fish Bones Grill, The Pub at Baxter, Blue Jay and students from the Green Ladle Culinary Program.

Why Is There a Taste the Harvest?

Taste the Harvest is part of a broad effort by the LA Metro Chamber, the Good Food Council of LA, and numerous partners under the strategies in the Local Food, Local Places Economic Development Plan. Taste the Harvest, along with the Eat Local Challenge, aims to bolster the local food economy, food producers, and restaurants; all while contributing to the region’s image as a food destination.

Tickets

*Online ticket sales have ended, but tickets can be purchased at registration in Dufresne Plaza starting at 4 PM.

Individual tickets are priced at $60 | Provide ticket holders with a tapas style dish from each participating restaurant. Individual ticketholders will be able to purchase drinks in the Baxter Beer and Wine Garden, cold water is provided. 

Drink Tickets: $5 |  Redeem for one beer, wine, or seltzer from the Baxter Beer and Wine Garden.

Participating Restaurants

Menu

Bon Vivant

Farmhouse Beef & Slaw Bowl

This slow-cooked beef dish features tender chuck roast, simmered in red wine and beef stock with local vegetables. Paired with a refreshing slaw of celeriac, apples, and horseradish, and served over a bed of long-grain rice, this dish offers a perfect balance of rich, savory beef and crisp, tangy slaw.

Mother India

9 Veggie Curry

This vibrant dish combines tender broccoli, carrots, cauliflower, green beans, summer squash, and zucchini, all simmered in a creamy sauce infused with fresh garlic, ginger, and a hint of Fiore Truffle Oil. The addition of yellow onions, potatoes, and sweet peas brings depth to the curry, while cashews, pistachios, and raisins offer a delightful crunch and touch of sweetness. Served with fragrant long grain Basmati rice, this wholesome dish is finished with a blend of heavy cream and whole milk for a velvety texture. A true celebration of farm-fresh produce, perfect for a hearty, nourishing meal.

Orchid

Roasted Pumpkin Harvest Salad

A celebration of autumn’s finest produce, this salad features roasted pumpkin, crisp arugula, and sweet corn, combined with creamy feta cheese and crunchy almonds. Topped with grilled sausage and a perfectly cooked duck egg, the salad is finished with a zesty lemon-honey vinaigrette for a wholesome and flavorful starter.

Fishbones Grill

Fishbones Fish Chowder

A rich and hearty fish chowder, this dish brings together fresh local seafood in a comforting broth, seasoned with herbs and spices. Delicately balanced flavors from the sea and land make this a warming, flavorful starter to set the tone for the feast.

Raw Oyster

Freshly shucked local oysters, served on the half-shell, offer a taste of Maine’s coastal bounty. Enjoy these briny and sweet delicacies with a selection of fresh garnishes, perfect for starting your Taste the Harvest dinner journey.

The Pub at Baxter

Local Beer-Braised Pulled Pork Sliders

These tender, beer-braised pulled pork sliders are slow-cooked to perfection, using a dark Oktoberfest beer to infuse the pork with deep, rich flavors. Served on soft brioche slider rolls and lightly seasoned, the pork shines with its natural flavor, making this dish a savory and satisfying bite.

Blue Jay Coffee

Maine Apple Cider Mocktail

This refreshing beverage captures the essence of autumn with freshly pressed Maine apple cider blended with a hint of ginger beer and seltzer for a bubbly twist. Garnished with fresh cranberries, this mocktail is a perfect way to kick off the festival, balancing sweet and tangy flavors with the crispness of fall.

The Green Ladle

Mini Maine Pumpkin Whoopie Pies

These mini Maine pumpkin whoopie pies are the perfect way to end the meal. Soft, spiced pumpkin cakes are sandwiched with a sweet, creamy filling, offering a delightful bite-sized dessert that showcases the flavors of the season and Maine’s famous whoopie pies.

With a deep commitment to our local food economy and the farmers, producers, and chefs who make it thrive, there are meaningful ways we can support our local food economy.

  • Farmers’ Market Collaboration: We’re partnering with the Lewiston Farmers’ Market to promote and celebrate the freshest produce and artisanal products our community has to offer. We encourage you to visit them and explore the incredible selection they provide.
  • Community Recipe Exchange: Share your favorite recipes that feature local ingredients. This collaborative effort will help us celebrate our food culture and creativity. Share them to info@lametrochamber.com or on social media with the hashtag #LAMCCEatLocal (Make sure your post privacy is set to Public so we can see!)
  • Farm Tours: Visit a local farm to experience firsthand the hard work and dedication that goes into producing the fresh ingredients that define our local flavors. Post your photos on social media with the hashtag #LAMCCEatLocal (Make sure your post privacy is set to Public so we can see!

    Presented By

    Co-Presenting Sponsor

    Beverage Garden Sponsor

    Music Sponsor

     

    Partner

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Do I need tickets for the dinner? Yes. The tapas style dishes are limited and reserved for ticketed guests only. General Dining is $50 and gets you one dish from each station. VIP tickets are $100, include reserved seating, two drinks from a private bar, and a small gift. Get your tickets here. 

    Can I attend without tickets? Yes! We encourage everyone to enjoy the music, shop at the pop up farmer’s market, and purchase a beer from the beer garden. All restaurants and shops are also open!

    Where do I park? We encourage all ticketed guests and the general public to park at the Oak St. Parking Garage on Park Street. Parking is $1 an hour, and free after 6 PM. Ticketed guests will pick up their meal tickets at registration across from the garage, at the top of Dufresne Plaza. Additional street parking is available on Ash, Park, Main and in the Canal Street garage.