Some meals are memorable. Others become stories you’ll tell long after the last bite.
This summer, Root to Table invites guests to experience two unforgettable farm-to-table events that celebrate the people, places, and traditions behind our regional food community. Whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, gathering with friends, or simply looking for an extraordinary culinary adventure, Ember & Earth and Salute to Women in Culinary & Agriculture offer far more than exceptional dining. They are destinations designed to connect guests with the farmers, chefs, artisans, and landscapes that make this region so special.
Ember & Earth: A Live-Fire Culinary Experience
Sunday, July 19, 2026
Fieldstone Event Space at Hillbrook Inn & Spa
Charles Town, West Virginia
Imagine arriving at a beautiful countryside estate where the scent of hardwood smoke fills the summer air. Open flames flicker beneath handcrafted grills as talented chefs transform freshly harvested vegetables, seasonal fruits, heritage ingredients, and premium local meats into an unforgettable live-fire feast.
Hosted at the picturesque Fieldstone Event Space at Hillbrook Inn & Spa, Ember & Earth celebrates the connection between food, farming, fire, and community. Set on land once owned by George Washington, the historic property provides a breathtaking backdrop where history, hospitality, and local agriculture come together.
Throughout the afternoon, chefs prepare each course over open flames while farmers, producers, and culinary artisans share the stories behind every ingredient. Guests enjoy an experience that goes beyond the restaurant table, discovering the people, passion, and craftsmanship behind every bite.
Family-style dining encourages conversation as shared plates, local wines, craft beverages, and the beauty of the West Virginia countryside create an afternoon meant to be savored.
Salute to Women in Culinary & Agriculture
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Hope Flower Farm & Winery
Waterford, Virginia
Some of the most influential voices in food are also the ones least often celebrated.
The farmers nurturing healthy soil. The chefs inspiring future generations. The winemakers crafting exceptional vintages. The bakers preserving treasured traditions. The floral designers creating beauty from the land. The entrepreneurs building thriving local food businesses.
Salute to Women in Culinary & Agriculture honors these remarkable women while inviting guests to experience the creativity, craftsmanship, and dedication that shape our regional food community.
Set among the gardens and vineyards of Hope Flower Farm & Winery, guests enjoy chef-crafted tastings, floral design demonstrations, educational discussions, artisan shopping, wine, live music, and interactive experiences while meeting accomplished women from across Virginia and West Virginia who are shaping the future of agriculture, hospitality, and culinary arts.
More than a tasting event, it’s an opportunity to hear the personal stories behind every harvest, handcrafted product, and thriving local business while celebrating the women who help our regional food culture flourish.
Turn the Experience Into a Culinary Getaway
Why rush home after an afternoon like this?
Root to Table partners with exceptional lodging destinations throughout the region, making it easy to turn either event into a memorable weekend escape. Spend the evening relaxing at a nearby inn, then explore wineries, farm markets, scenic trails, charming historic towns, and locally owned restaurants that continue the story of the region’s vibrant food culture.
Some experiences deserve more than a single afternoon.
More Than a Meal
Every Root to Table event is built around one simple belief: food is more meaningful when you know the people behind it.
By bringing together farmers, chefs, winemakers, bakers, artisans, and guests around a shared table, these experiences celebrate local agriculture while strengthening the connections that sustain our regional food community.
You’ll leave with more than an exceptional meal. You’ll leave knowing the faces behind the farms, the stories behind the ingredients, and a deeper appreciation for where our food begins.
Plan Your Culinary Escape
This summer, gather around the table, discover remarkable places, and experience the stories behind every bite.
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