On Wednesday, September 3, from 5:30 to 8:30 P.M., the quiet elegance of Deerwoode Reserve in Brevard becomes the backdrop for an extraordinary evening of food, stories, and purpose. Transylvania Habitat for Humanity’s Roots to Roofs dinner is more than a fundraiser – it’s a masterclass in community-building through culinary artistry.
Four chefs, each grounded in Appalachian hospitality and elevated by global experience, headline this intimate farm-to-table experience.
Chef Peter from The Greystone Inn brings the unexpected – rare ingredients shaped by Olympic-winning mentorship and decades of Lake Tahoe luxury. Chef Val Gerdes, owner of Wood & Vine in Brevard, delivers wood-fired brilliance with sustainable soul, curating dishes that respect the land and the people it feeds.
Chef Joshua Payne, whose culinary path winds through Brevard’s revived Old Hickory House and modern Chef’s Table events, brings fresh creative energy focused on local sourcing and personal connection.
Finally, Chef James Hargis of The Blind Mule adds international finesse forged in Michelin-starred kitchens and refined resorts, yet anchored in mountain warmth.
Guests will enjoy a seasonally inspired menu crafted from nearby farms, each bite underscoring the region’s bounty and the chefs’ deep sense of place.
With only 120 seats available, Roots to Roofs offers an intimate experience enhanced by live music, and testimonials from Habitat homeowners whose lives have been transformed by the organization’s housing efforts.
Tickets are $150 per person, with sponsorships available for those who wish to deepen their impact while enjoying program recognition.
As Habitat’s Toni Thayer shares, “We’re bringing people together around the table to celebrate what connects us – food, community, and the belief that everyone deserves a safe place to call home.”
In a region rich with tradition and generosity, Roots to Roofs stands as a delicious reminder that when purpose fuels the plate, the ripple effect nourishes far beyond the table.
To reserve your seat or learn more about sponsorship options, visit transylvaniahabitat.org or contact tthayer@transylvaniahabitat.org.
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