09/08/2023
Dear valued supporters and fans,
We want to share some exciting changes on the horizon for Honey River Catering and F2T Productions in 2024. While these shifts may come as a surprise, rest assured that we're not going anywhere. Instead, we're returning to our original inspirations from when we first embarked on this journey 12 years ago, allowing us to refocus our passions.
Our primary goal for the future is to elevate our ticketed events and incorporate more programming and guest chefs. We're dedicated to rekindling the sense of community that centers around food and wine, all while educating our guests about the origins of the dishes and beverages they enjoy.
In particular, we're directing our attention back to the City Roots Venue, where we're welcoming a new flower farm named Boone Fox Farms. With this exciting addition, we'll be renovating the farm into a stunning destination in Rosewood, offering catering and event rental services. Throughout the year, we'll also continue hosting wine and food events at this wonderful venue.
One significant change for 2024 is that Honey River Catering will no longer operate as a full-time catering company. You may have noticed the discontinuation of our online ordering service, and there's now a minimum requirement for food and beverage bookings for 2023.
However, we're still available for Christmas, family, and corporate parties in The FarmHouse for 2023 and beyond. If you aren’t familiar with The FarmHouse, yet, it is the original City Roots farm building, but now with a new, “party room” renovation. The FarmHouse holds up to 42 guests for sit-down dinners, and up to 60 for cocktail parties.
Going into 2024, we'll be catering part-time based on availability, remaining committed to our corporate and community partnerships, such as the Columbia Art Museum Art Blossom Event and Cayce Brickworks Dinner.
Recognizing the wealth of talent in our local catering community, we’re also extending an invitation to fellow caterers to provide their services at the City Roots Venue for weddings and other special events.
Looking ahead to 2024, we're excited about creating even more memorable experiences for our city and community. This shift allows us the flexibility to refine and enhance your favorite events, such as the Pig and Oyster Roast, Rosé Festival, and The Great American Whiskey Fair, while also leaving room for the creation of new events of varying sizes.
We want to express our deepest gratitude for your support over the past 12 years. We're genuinely looking forward to spending the next 12 years with you, filled with more culinary adventures and community connections.
See you at the table,
Kristian Niemi and Vanessa Bialobreski
Partners, F2T Productions/Honey River Catering/The Charitable Plate 501(c)3
