AT OVOKA FARM

EMBER & MIST

Halloween—the GATHER Way

OCTOBER 31ST ISN’T AN ACCIDENT.

Fire looks better after dark. Mist settles differently across an autumn field. Bourbon, red wine and woodsmoke seem made for the season. And an old Virginia farm feels just a little more mysterious on Halloween night. This is Halloween—but there are no rules requiring costumes, characters or disguises. Come dressed for dinner. Come dressed for autumn. Black with a touch of red feels especially right. And if the spirit moves you, lean into the night.

THERE WILL DEFINITELY BE MORE TRICKS THAN TREATS.

Experience Ovoka.

GATHER is thrilled to be hosting a long-table dinner at Ovoka Farm Wagyu & Winery. Ovoka tours, tastings, and gatherings celebrate the connection between the land, the F1 Wagyu cattle they raise, and the food and wine they craft. Through guided experiences and seasonal culinary offerings, Ovoka brings the philosophy of agritourism to life— connecting you to the farm, the flavors of Virginia, and the rhythms of life on the land.

CLAIM YOUR SEAT

Saturday, October 31 · Ovoka Farm · Paris, Virginia

GATHER beef and wine coin
GATHER beef and wine coin
GATHER chef coin
GATHER chef coin
GATHER Table coin
GATHER Table coin

What’s included?

WELCOME RECEPTION!
~ From the comfort of Ovoka’s Tasting Room and Patio ~

A selection of Ovoka Farm Wines
Old Fashioned with Kopper Kettle Bourbon
Kindled Orchard (zero proof cocktail)
Saratoga Sparking Water


** Discuss the finer points of craft distilling with Belmont’s Master Distiller Jay Durkee and Virginia winemaking with Master Sommelier Tony Ruffo **

“THREE TRICKS”
‍ ‍ * Live-carved Ovoka Wagyu Carpaccio with Arugula, Lemon-Thyme Olive Oil, Parmesan + Crispy Capers

* Cast iron-baked Camembert with Grapes,
Local Honey + Country Bread

* Slow-braised Wagyu Crostini with Horseradish Cream, Pickled Shallot + Herbs


THE MAINS
* Wood-Roasted Wagyu Carved Rib Roast + Garlic Purée
* Open-Fire Smoked Salmon with Ancho Chile + Orange Adobo

THE SIDES
* Steel Roasted New Potatoes | Rosemary + Garlic

* Skillet Brussels Sprouts | Fresh Cranberries
* Charred Asparagus, Carrots, Ramp Bulb, Thyme + Lemons

WINE PAIRINGS
Ovoka wine and non-alcoholic pairings throughout dinner.

LIVE MUSIC
The rhythm of the evening by Latin jazz locals Ver Azul.

GATHER ART ELEVATION
Enjoy artwork by local artist Kat Tines.

DRESS FOR THE SEASON
This is Halloween, but there are no rules requiring costumes. Come dressed for dinner. Come dressed for autumn. Black with a touch of red feels especially right. And—if the spirit moves you—lean into the night