In honor of America's 250th Anniversary…
…and in partnership with Culpeper Tourism, GATHER invites guests to historic Salubria Manor for an evening inspired by Virginia's early table. Provision & Forage is an unforgettable evening inspired by the early American table where Old World provisions met ingredients found in the fields, forests, and waterways of the New World. Gather around a single long table for five thoughtfully prepared courses by Chef Frida Johansson, accompanied by curated beverage pairings and stories from Michael Carter Jr., author of Africulture.
YOUR EVENING INCLUDES
Reception with bites & welcome beverage
Tour of Salubria Manor and grounds
A candlelit setting designed for connection
Five-course dinner shared at a long table
Wine pairings from Tony Ruffo of Winebow
Curated non-alcoholic beverage pairings
Historical context shared by Michael Carter, Jr.
GATHER keepsake to remember the evening
PROVISION & FORAGE Saturday, August 29, 2026 Reception: 6:00 PM Dinner: 7:00 PM
Salubria Manor 2062 Germanna Highway, Locust Grove, Virginia
Arrival details, including parking instructions, will be shared with guests prior to the evening. Dietary needs are welcome and accommodated whenever possible. GATHER intentionally limits seating to preserve the intimacy, conversation, and connection that make each evening special. Your reservation supports the creation of the GATHER table.
