Hawkesdene - Western North Carolina Outdoor Event Venues - Dining

Dining

The Hawkesdene Culinary Team (from left): Ashlyn Roberson, Moe Buckner, and Kati Michaels. PHOTO: © 2024 Analasah Anderson Photography

Artfully prepared by our renowned culinary team, everything on our menu is prepared from scratch onsite using fresh locally grown, seasonal ingredients. And remember, accommodating any special requests and individual dietary restrictions is what we do. Don’t hesitate to let us know.

You’ll all feel right at home as our team prepares your meals and snacks in our semi-open kitchen. Delicious aromas of smoked meats, fish and vegetables will permeate the air from our outdoor wood-burning smoker. Enjoy buffet-style meals in the main house or outside under our open-air pavilion. Plated or buffet-style meals are each available in The Gallery. Let us personally work with you to create a memorable dining experience for all.

The leader our culinary team is proprietor Phil Rampy who brings brings innovation and a passion for fresh, nourishing food. An Alabama native with over 30 years in restaurant and catering, his deep southern roots and warm hospitality set the tone for one-of-a-kind dining experiences at Hawkesdene.

The dining plan is required for onsite guests and the rate per person includes all meals beginning with a cocktail party and supper the day you arrive through breakfast on departure day. An unlimited supply of sweet and salty pantry snacks, fresh fruit, non-alcoholic beverages, bar supplies that includes glassware, ice, mixers and garnishes are all included. Hawkesdene does not sell alcoholic beverages. However, you’re welcomed to bring your own for no additional charge. We’ll provide everything else you’ll need – set-up, management, and service of your alcoholic beverages.

  • Includes all meals beginning with a cocktail hour and welcome supper on arrival day through a farewell breakfast on the day you depart
  • Includes an unlimited supply of sweet & salty snacks, fresh fruit, non-alcoholic beverages, bar supplies including ice, mixers and garnishes
  • Talented in-house culinary team featuring fresh & creative farm-to-table menus or choose from our themed a-la-carte menus
  • Option for plated or buffet-style reception menu for weddings
  • Professional & courteous uniformed bartenders and waitstaff
  • Permission to bring your own alcoholic beverages with no corkage fees
  • Keg coolers & taps included; kegs can be ordered and delivered from our local breweries and tapped for you and your guests to enjoy
  • Customized signature cocktails created on site ~ just bring us your favorite recipes and spirits
  • White bone china dinnerware, elegant stemware & glassware, and heavy gauge stainless steel flatware

Please refer to the Dining Rate buttons below for menus and details.