A few weeks ago I hosted my fourth Secret Supper here in the pacific northwest. It was a celebration of spring, and staying true to this supper’s ‘Thicket’ theme, we held it in a grove of birch trees next to a field at the beautiful Hood River Guest House. Co-hosting along with me were Danielle, Christiann, and Mona and Jaret of Tournant, along with our amazing volunteers Lena, Maki, Aaron, Valentina, Jennifer, Holly, Alex, Emma, and Alanna.
We wanted to do a low-seated table at this gathering for a spring picnic feel for this Secret Supper, so we made our own tables out of reclaimed doors and used Will Leather Good’s Oaxacan woven rugs and pillows for seating. Mica de Marquez handmade and glazed each place setting to match the bright and lush feel of the supper, you can find the plates and bowls for sale on her site. The menu was inspired by a middle-eastern spring, complete with lots of fresh pacific northwest ingredients like peas, little gem lettuces, fennel, and asparagus. We sourced local pasture-raised lamb from Sudan farms, and Mona and Jaret prepared it two ways for the supper. One was roasted whole on an iron cross above a wood fire, and the other was braised in delicious schwarma spices on hot coals. As every course cooked near the flames, enticing scents wafted over to the table as our guests watched the preparation of the next course as they savored the current one. Every plate gave a taste of the freshness and richness of spring, and the lush green canopy made the perfect setting for our seasonal feast.
We’ve opened ticket sales for our next Secret Supper, Ebb & Flow, which will take place on September 10th. which will bring forth a bounty from the sea. You can read more and register via the link below, and can sign up for our newsletter to be notified when registration opens for future events. UPDATE: September sold out in a record 10 minutes! Thanks all for your support!
You can take a peek at the Thicket supper menu below, Christiann made the tasty blackberry gin refreshment, I prepared the appetizers and dessert below, and Mona + Jaret prepared the delicious salad, fattoush, roasted vegetables, and duo of lamb. Please use it as inspiration for a little gathering of your own with friends and family. When the weather’s this nice there’s nothing like enjoying a delicious meal outdoors with good company.
Rhubarb Rose Ice Cream with Pistachio Shortbread Cookies + Raspberry Rhubarb Syrup
Oh yum, all the food looks so delicious and the settings are just so unreal and delightful!!
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It looks like such a beautiful event. I hope to attend one some day.
What a beautiful setting and a perfect spring feast. Thomas and I are looking for a supper club community to join here in the PNW, and I hope I can be a part of one of yours someday! Thanks for sharing.
Oh my goodness, what a dream! Everything looks so amazing.
Those dishes?!? So beautiful. Where are they from?
Looks so wonderful. Food looks delecious and happy faces say all that. i will make a plan with my friend C. Symons in coming days for party like that.
Beautiful photos!
I’ve recently discovered your blog, being a newbie to the food blogging scene and – OHMYGAWD GOALS.
Today I’ve spent a little time researching supper clubs and the best way to start one, but I have seen nothing in my studies to match what you have produced here. Your events look absolutely incredible – the setting, the menu, the finer details. Just.. Wow. And beautifully shot, might I add.
Glad to have found you. Keep up the brilliant work. Wish I was in attendance-distance!
Catherine
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