As the high season in South Florida draws to a close, Driftwood, led by the dynamic husband and wife team Jimmy Everett and Ilia Gonzalez, is gearing up to kickstart the summer with a unique multi-course dinner. This intimate event will shine a spotlight on local purveyors, offering guests a rare opportunity to discover and learn about some of Florida’s hidden artisanal producers and growers. From the only oyster farm in the area, Treasure Coast Shellfish, to Charmed Life Farm in Loxahatchee and Delray Beach’s 51/50 Chocolates, this dinner promises to be a celebration of Florida’s diverse agriculture. 

The evening will commence with a cocktail reception, where guests can enjoy two unique libations, including a Siesta Key Rum cocktail infused with Jamaican sorrel syrup made from herbs grown in Driftwood’s garden. The culinary journey continues with a variety of passed bites, each crafted with care and expertise by Chef Jimmy and Chef de Cuisine Tommy Coombs. These talented chefs are not only committed to highlighting local purveyors but also to creating many of the ingredients in-house. From the housemade ricotta sourced from New Smyra’s Keely Farms to the smoked local bottarga, a cured mullet roe often used as a delicacy in Italy, every dish is a testament to their dedication to using Florida products year-round. 

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Welcome cocktails & bites

Treasure Coast Gold Oyster, garden herb gazpacho

Roasted Local Beets, house-made ricotta, smoked local bottarga

Poached local Duck Egg, smoked local mackerel espuma, grilled local peppers

Koji Aged Florida Beef Shortribs, gratitude garden mushrooms

51/50 White Chocolate Pavlova, local passion fruit