Gravenstein...........A Cider Press & 1669 Supper

the gravenstein is considered by many to be one of the best all-around apples in this country.... it was introduced to western north america (california) in the early 19th century, perhaps by russian fur-traders who are said to have planted a tree at fort ross in 1811... its origins have been traced back to 1669 denmark, although there is some evidence that the variety originated in northern italy. now in america this antique was the source of applesauce and dried apples for the troops in WWII and was declared an american heritage food by slowfoodusa and inducted to its ark of taste in 2005... chef carosi and the new england farm 2 fork project will feature a multi course 1669 supper after guests participate in 'the gravenstein cider press'... come enjoy just pressed sweet, tart and delicious organic 'raw' cider with supper... gather around the table with family and friends to help us sustain the existence of this antique apple at our 2o1o host farm: raven hill orchard.....

 

the evenings menu.......
the freshest mess of wild maine field greens tossed in a 'just pressed' raw gravenstein cider vinaigrette with shaved heirloom orchard apple, applewood smoked walnuts, great hill farmhouse blue cheese and wildflower bee pollen............... orchard cider syrup lacquered berkshire pork loin roast with farmstead local cheddar mashed maine taters, spiced antique apple chutney and bacon fat caramelized 'end of summer' squash................ 'as american as apple pie' with shain's of maine ginger ice cream........

join us in celebrating this heirloom apple...........august 29th
heirloom cider press...........4 pm..............1669 supper............5pm
$125 per person (plus tax & gratuity)

droole over the menu @ http://www.thenewenglandfarm2forkproject.com/
for reservations give us a holler 

dinner will be held on our 2010 host farm- raven hill orchard
chef sebastian carosi  |  founder