Roots of Southern Cuisine: A farm-to-fork experience – Jacksonville, FL

You’re invited to celebrate the rich legacy of southern culinary traditions, customs, and agriculture at our 2nd Annual Roots of Southern Cuisine Fundraiser. Join us for a Gullah inspired farm-to-fork dinner on February 22nd 4-7pm at Eartha’s Farm & Market, 4850 Moncrief Road.

“Tase de roots” is a farm-to-fork dining experience, featuring foods grown, harvested and prepared here in North Florida. Come enjoy a gourmet southern meal prepared by Chef Brandon Byers while connecting to the Gullah roots of southern cuisine. A special guest speaker will deliver a keynote address, making this a memorable occasion for all attendees.

Featured Chef: Brandon Byers Chef Brandon Byers, the owner of the Cookbook Restaurant in Jacksonville, Florida, is the culinary mastermind of the “Tase de Roots” dinner. Known for his innovative takes on traditional Southern and Gullah cuisine, Chef Byers combines fresh, local ingredients with time-honored recipes to create unforgettable dining experiences.

Gullah Food Culture Gullah cuisine, rooted in the rich history of the Gullah people from the coastal regions of the Carolinas, Georgia, and Florida, is a vibrant fusion of culinary traditions. It emphasizes fresh, locally sourced ingredients and simple, hearty preparations that celebrate the land and the sea. The “Tase de Root” dinner will showcase the authentic flavors of Gullah culture, highlighting the unique African heritage and culinary artistry that have been passed down through generations.

Eartha’s Farm & Market. Eartha’s Farm & Market (EFAM) is an initiative of the Clara White Mission. EFAM is an urban farm located in a food desert community in Northwest Jacksonville. EFAM is committed to increasing food access, providing training and education, and being a resource to communities in need. www.earthasfarmandmarket.org

We hope you will join us for this momentous occasion as we embark on a journey through Gullah culture & cuisine. Proceeds will benefit Eartha’s Farm & Market.

Sponsorship Packages

Superior Sponsor – $10,000

• 16 tickets with VIP seating for all events
• Prominent logo on the event website, invitation, program, and signage
• Company representative to make brief remarks at the podium
• Social media recognition
• 2-month advertisement slide on continual feed screen at Eartha’s Farm & Market
• 2-month banner space on the farm fence

Cultivator Sponsor – $5,000

• 12 tickets with preferential seating for all events
• Prominent logo on the event invitation, program, and signage
• Formal acknowledgment from the podium
• Social media recognition
• 1-month advertisement slide on continual feed screen at Eartha’s Farm & Market
• 1-month banner space on the farm fence

Genius Sponsor – $2,500

• 8 tickets with reserved seating for all events
• Company listing on event program and signage
• Formal acknowledgment from the podium
• Social media recognition
• 1-month advertisement slide on continual feed screen at Eartha’s Farm & Market

Roots Sponsor – $1,000

• 4 tickets with reserved seating for all events
• Company listing on the event program
• Formal recognition from the podium
• 1-month advertisement slide on continual feed screen at Eartha’s Farm & Market
• Social media recognition

Event Ticket – $100

Individual ticket with general admission seating for the dinner

Contact Information

For more information on sponsorship opportunities, monetary or in-kind, or to become a sponsor, please contact:

Sarah Salvatore

Director, Eartha’s Farm & Market

904-354-4162, ext. 1142

ssalvatore@clarawhitemission.org

Checks can be made to: Clara White Mission 613 West Ashley Street, Jacksonville, Fl 32202