Farm to Stable Benefit Dinner for the Great Lakes Culinary Institute
Flintfields Horse Park
6535 Bates Rd,, Williamsburg, MI 49690
From $150.00
Sat, September 20th, 2025 @ 6:00PM EDT
An Evening of Purpose, Flavor & Community
Join us for the final event in this summer’s Farm to Stable Dinner Series—a chef-driven evening supporting the next generation of culinary talent in Northern Michigan.
This benefit dinner brings together chefs, students, and supporters who believe in the power of food to create opportunity. Set against the backdrop of Flintfields Horse Park, it’s a chance to slow down, share a meal, and invest in something meaningful.
What to Expect
🥂 Curated Wine Tasting & Passed Hors d’Oeuvres
Sip and savor selections from Great Lakes Wine & Spirits during a relaxed walk-around tasting. Bottles available for purchase—100% of proceeds go to the GLCI Scholarship Fund.
🍽 Long-Table Dinner
Gather for a seasonal, four-course meal prepared by GLCI students and alumni, working alongside celebrated guest chefs.
👩🍳 Culinary Connection & Community
Hear firsthand from the students your support benefits—and the chefs guiding them.
Featured Chefs
- Jimmy Schmidt – James Beard Award Winner
- Brian Fleuter – Nobo Riverside
- Tony Vu – The Good Bowl, MaMang
- Michelle Rodriguez – Amor Comida
- Stephanie Wiitala – Sugar 2 Salt
Additional chefs and alumni in both kitchen and service.
Tickets Include
- Wine tasting & hors d’oeuvres
- Four-course chef-curated dinner
- Firsthand connection to GLCI students & mission
- Wine pairing available for purchase
All proceeds from dinner and wine sales benefit the Great Lakes Culinary Institute Scholarship Fund.
A Few Notes
- Seating is limited to 250 guests.
- Due to outdoor kitchen constraints, dietary accommodations may be limited.
- Refunds available up to 72 hours in advance.
Policies
Refund Policy:
Farm to Stable Dinner Series – Refund Policy: Farm to Stable dinners are held rain or shine under a covered venue. Dinner tickets are fully refundable up to 48 hours before the event. No refunds are available after that time. For questions or assistance, please contact: [email protected]. Competition Ticket Refund Policy: General Admission tickets are refundable if requested at least one hour before the first horse enters the ring. The Overlook, VIP Club, and Cabana Coast Box Seats are refundable up to 48 hours prior to the event.
Cancellation Policy:
Weather & Schedule Policy (Flintfields Horse Park) The show goes on—rain or shine. In the event of heavy rain or lightning, competition may pause for safety and resume when conditions allow. To minimize disruptions, event times may shift earlier to avoid forecasted storms. Please dress for changing weather and stay informed by following Traverse City Horse Shows on social media and checking your email for updates on competition mornings. Thanks to our top-quality footing and experienced team, delays are minimal and rescheduling is rare.
