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Fish Hawk Acres invites the community to events in December

Fish Hawk Acres at 5 W. Main Street in Buckhannon / Photo by Beckie Boyd

BUCKHANNON – Mark your calendar: Fish Hawk Acres will offer several exciting events this month. Experience the fun and fine dining of Fish Hawk Acres through their Wine Clubs, Market Dinners and other special events.

Register for one – or more – of these events online or make a reservation by phone at 304-473-7741. 

Market Dinner

Market dinners bring locals and guests together for a fine-dining experience at the market. Reserve your tickets now for the Going Out with a Band Market Dinner on Friday, December 30 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Fish Hawk Acres – located at 5 W. Main Street in Buckhannon. Advance reservations are required for these events as seating is limited. The cost to enjoy this experience is $45 per person plus tax. Gratuity not included. Tickets are non-refundable, but can be transferred to a friend. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Call 304-473-7741 or reserve your seat here.

Appetizer:

  • Seared Diver Scallop with Brown Butter
  • Lemon Caper Sauce

Bread and Butter Board:

  • French Baguette with Board of Sweet Cream Butter
  • Micro Herbs de Provence and Fleur de Selection

Entree:

  • Braised Veal Shank with Sweet Potato
  • Spinach Risotto

Vegetarian Option:

  • Bucatini with Butter Roasted Tomato Sauce
  • Sweet Potatoes

Dessert:

  • Fresh Berries with Champagne Sabayon

Can’t make it to this month’s Market Dinner? See the full Fish Hawk Acres event calendar here.

Special Events

Learn to make a floral and candle centerpiece with Juliette at The Coop. The Holiday Wreath or Swag Class will take place Saturday, December 3 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at The Coop – located at 4 E. Main Street in Buckhannon. The cost to enjoy this experience is $45 per person. The class price includes all the materials and supplies needed to make a beautiful holiday wreath that you get to take home with you! Call 304-473-7741 or reserve your seat here.

Can’t make it to this month’s Special Event? See the full Fish Hawk Acres event calendar here.

Sunday Brunch

Gather your loved ones for a refreshing brunch at Fish Hawk Acres. The Winter Solstice Brunch will take place Sunday, December 18 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Fish Hawk Acres – located at 5 W. Main Street in Buckhannon. Brunch includes your choice of first course and entree, plus complimentary pastry basket and beverages. The cost to enjoy this experience is $45 per person plus tax. Gratuity not included. Tickets are non-refundable but can be transferred to a friend. Beer and wine are available for purchase. Call 304-473-7741 or reserve your seat here.

First Course (Please choose one):

  • Potato and celery root bisque with micro celery
  • Cara Cara orange salad with shaved fennel, pomegranate, red onion, butter lettuce, goat cheese and citrus honey dressing
  • Tropical fruit and Greek yogurt with Fish Hawk Granola

Pastry Basket:

  • Dark boozy fruit cake
  • Apricot almond scones
  • Apple walnut muffins
  • Hot cocoa coffee cake

Entrees (Please choose one):

  • Avocado toast with hot smoked salmon, ancient grain bread, poached eggs, hollandaise, pickled red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro
  • Omelet with roasted vegetables and feta cheese (bacon optional)
  • Almond butter and fig jam French toast with vanilla mascarpone and maple cream
  • Speckled winter hash with Granny Smith apples, potato, turnips, Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, 2 eggs any style (Chorizo sausage optional)

Beverages:

  • Coffee
  • Hot tea
  • Orange juice
  • Mimosas
  • Hard cider
  • Mulled cider
  • Beer and wine are also available for purchase

Can’t make it to this month’s Sunday Brunch? See the full Fish Hawk Acres event calendar here.

Wine Club

Once a month, the Fish Hawk Acres Wine Club allows wine enthusiasts to gather for an afternoon of sipping. Join the F’hamily on Sunday, December 11 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. in The Hawk’s Nest at 5 W. Main Street (the upstairs of Fish Hawk Acres Market). The cost to enjoy this experience is $45 per person plus tax. Gratuity not included. Advance reservations are required as seating for the event is limited. Call 304-473-7741 or reserve your seat here.

See the menu for the December Wine Club:

  • A sonoma inspired cheese board will include: Cowgirl Creamery Mt Tam Triple Cream, Firefly Farm Chèvre, Miyoko Creamery’s Herbs de Provence Cashew Milk Cheese, Crusty Baguette, Niman Ranch Prosciutto, McEvoy Ranch Tuscan Olives & Quince Jam from Fourteen Magpies – paired with a California Chardonnay
  • Stuffed Savoy cabbage with Balsamic Vinegar and EVOO – paired with a Umami rich “natural” white: 2020 Milan Nestarec Bel
  • Thai Inspired Turkey Curry with Sweet Potatoes, Turnips, and Swiss chard. Vegetarian available by request. – paired with a Australian Reisling
  • Mushroom Parmesan with San Marzano Tomatoes, Castelvetrano Olives, Fresh Mozzarella, Parmesan Reggiano, and Micro Basil – paired with a Montepulciano
  • Cranberry Walnut Tart – paired with a Chef’s Choice Wine

Can’t make it to this month’s Wine Club? See the full Fish Hawk Acres Event Calendar here.

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