Each Swank Table family-style event includes top chefs with mixologists and breweries for a memorable experience on their organic 20-acre farm. Swank Farms also know as swank specialty produce, celebrations feature an all-inclusive, all-local meal incorporating product from partner farms, brews, wine, of course, plenty of delicious just picked Swank Farm vegetables.
When Swank Farms, Swank Specialty Produce invited us to their first Bunch of the season I was so excited. I learned about their Swank Table dinners last year from a friend. I remember refreshing her Facebook page all night just hoping she would share additional photos. Many of you know I do not leave East Boca often. Swank Farms is about an hour away from Boca. The Swank Farms Brunch was 100% worth the drive.
My favorite part of the experience was that it was a family affair. Kurt and I actually got to sit down and enjoy an amazing meal and we were able to catch up with Heather and Andy from Local Mom Scoop. When was the last time you got to eat a multi-course meal without interruption?
While we were eating B was going back and forth from our table to the kids table. She spent the day running around, seeing farm animals, jumping romp, doing arts and crafts and playing for her friends, including Local Kids Scoop.
I also loved the long farm style tables under their Pole Barn and the vibe of the local musician. They promised, it will be a unique South Florida brunch experience and it did not disappoint. 
What to Expect from Swank Farms, Swank Specialty Produce Events
You turn onto a long dirt road to make your way to the farm. We were greeted on the road by a Swank Farms employees and checked in before we parked. When you first arrive, you are able to get in line for canapés (A canapé is a type of hors d'oeuvre, a small, prepared and usually decorative food, held in your fingers and often eaten in one bite.) including:
- Pecan Cinnamon Rolls, Crispy Pork Belly, Pickled Korean Melon
- Smoked Eggplant Toast, Ricotta, Tomatoes, Nepitella, Honey Drizzle
- Chicken Liver Mousse, Shaved Radish, Minced Chives, Egg
- Cornbread French Toast with Honey Butter Syrup and Green Fennel
I was also introduced to a new drink with Tito’s Vodka with Alta Palla Sparkling Water.
After enjoying the appetizers Kurt and I joined a farm tour lead by owners Darrin and Jodi Swank. While B wandered around the fields to see a true farm in action with her friends.
Then we were welcomed into the pole barn. We were we were treated to the music of The Homegrown Sinners, unlimited drinks and four more courses.
Squash Blossom Frittata, Goat Cheese, Marjoram
Cider Braised Greens, Smoked Ham Hock Over Creamy Grits
Sausage & Gravy, Poached Eggs, Buttermilk Biscuits
Inspired to attend a Swank Farms event see the rest of their events below. Want to try a farm to table recipe, my friend Kelly has a yummy recipe for Easy Baked Caprese Chicken
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SWANK FARMS 2018-2019 SWANK TABLE SCHEDULE
Food lovers get ready, because Swank Farms has announced their 2018/19 Swank Table schedule bringing together more than 80 celebrated chefs from South Florida and beyond during the harvest season. The season kicks off on Sunday, November 18th with Crazy Uncle Mike’s Southern Brunch.
This season, Swank is excited to welcome their new Resident Chef, Sam Horrocks, who will work alongside each guest chef. He will also host the Easter and Mother’s Day brunches. Brunch at Swank Farms is a family affair, so they will have a selection of kid friendly activities to keep the younger one's active and occupied, including an Easter Egg hunt on Easter Sunday, while the adults sip on unlimited mimosas, bloody Mary's and craft beers.
The team at Swank Farms has also planned several very special events for 2018/19 including a 3030 Ocean Reunion Dinner where Founder Dean Max and his now legendary cast of chefs will celebrate the history of the Fort Lauderdale restaurant. Also reuniting is a team of 24 all-star chefs from the recently shuttered Delray Beach institution 32 East, for the biggest Swank dinner yet. This season master chefs from Milwaukee, Martha’s Vineyard, Boston, and Louisville will also have the opportunity to show off their skills in a city takeover. And of course, the much-loved White Party will return.
Based in Loxahatchee Groves, Swank is a hydroponic farm that has become regionally famous for the impeccable quality of the veggies grown onsite, producing more than 350 varieties of vegetables, edible flowers, and micro-greens for the area’s top restaurants. What began as an intimate 70 person dinner in 2011 has grown into 18 unique signature events where the Swanks honor the farm and the growing process, while also raising money for local charities.
There’s something different, and special, about sitting down to eat right where the food grows, so Swank Table dinners do sell out fast. For tickets and additional information please visit www.swankspecialtyproduce.com.
SWANK TABLE at Swank Farms - Dinners
December 2 - Réveillon Dinner
- Benefiting: New Horizon Service Dogs
- Music by: The Rockin Jake Band
- Chef Rick Mace, Cafe Boulud Palm Beach
- Chef James King, 3800 Ocean
- Chef James Versfelt, The Shelborne
- Chef Mark Militello, Josie’s Ristorante
- Chef Sebastian Setticasi, Josie’s Ristorante
- Pastry Chef Zachary Detweiller, EAU Resort & Spa
- Steam Horse Brewing Company
January 6 - Farm Market
- Benefiting: Slow Food, Glades to Coast
- Music by: The Homegrown Sinners
- Chef Clark Bowen, Boulud Sud Miami
- Chef Michael Hackman, Aioli
- Chef Daniel Serfer, Mignonette and Blue Collar
- Chef Suzanne Perrotto, Brulé Bistro
- Pastry Chef Devon Braddock, Mignonette
- Mixologist Jessica Bell, El Camino
- Barrel of Monks Brewing
January 27 - Chinese New Year – Year of the Pig
- Benefiting: Festival of the Arts, Boca Raton
- Music by: Taylor Loren
- Chef Joe Ferro, The Admirals Club
- Chef Danny Ganem, The Betsy Hotel
- Chef Jose Mendin, Pubbelly Group
- Chef Raheem Sealey, KYU
- Chef Marianne Daly, Bazille
- Cocktails by: 123 Datura
- Accomplice Brewery & Ciderworks
February 10 - Throw Back the Music of the 70’s
- Benefiting: Meals on Wheels of the Palm Beaches
- Music by: Pawn$hop
- Chef Brendan Conner, Whisk Gourmet Food & Catering
- Chef James Everett, Driftwood
- Chef David Schroeder, Brick & Barrel
- Chef Thomas Op’t Holt, 50 Ocean
- Baker Loic Autret, Loic Bakery & Café
- Mixologist Justin Himmelbaun, Mucho Gusto
- Funky Buddha Brewery
March 10 - Vegetable Love
- Benefiting: Caridad Center
- Chef Eric Baker, Mazie’s
- Chef Clayton Carnes, Cholo Soy
- Chef Jorge Ramos, Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach
- Chef Nina Kauder, Beach Scene Productions
- Pastry Chef Bashar Al Shamali, Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach
- Cocktails by: Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach
- DeVour Brewing Company
March 31 - 3030 Ocean Reunion Dinner
- Benefiting: Palm Beach State College Foundation
- Music by: Killbillies
- Founder Dean Max, DJM Restaurants
- Chef Paula DaSilva, Burlock Coast at the Ritz Carlton
- Chef Jeremy Ford, Stubborn Seed
- Chef Adrienne Grenier, 3030 Ocean
- Chef Brooke Mallory, 3030 Ocean
- Chef Pushkar Marathe, Ghee Indian Restaurant Design District
- Chef Niven Patel, Ghee Indian Restaurant Miami
- Pastry Chef, 3030 Ocean
- Head Bartender Jean-Pierre Belonni, Burlock Coast at the Ritz Carlton
- Tarpon River Brewing
April 7 - Vetu de Blanc 6th Annual White Party
- Benefiting: Pathfinders of Palm Beach & Martin Counties
- Music by: The Homegrown Sinners
- Chef Jose Gamez, Four Seasons Resort Palm Beach
- Chef Brad Kilgore, Alter
- Chef Michael Pirolo, Macchialina
- Chef Andris Salmanis, City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill
- Baker Jennifer Johnson, Johnson’s Custom Cakes
- Mixologist Shawn Powell, City Cellar Wine Bar & Grill
- Civil Society Brewing Company
April 28 - The Three Little “Gloucestershire” Pigs
- Benefiting: Cultural Council of Palm Beach County / Children’s Art Programs
- Music by: Uproot Hootenanny
- Chef Kevin Darr, Louie Bossi’s Boca Raton
- Chefs Daniel Ramos and Jason Brown, Red Splendor
- Chef John Thomas, Sassafras
- Chef Jeremy Carrier, Sweetwater
- Pastry Chef Kursten Restivo, Palm Beach Marriott Singer Island
- Mixologist Mario Villar, Brick & Barrel
- Twisted Trunk Brewery
MASTER CHEF SERIES
- January 12 - Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Benefiting: Palm Beach Opera
- Music by: Nouveau Honkies
- Cocktails by: Sweetwater
- Chef A.J Dixon, Lazy Susan
- Chef Jonathan Manyo, Morel
- Chef Dave Swanson, Braise
February 2 - Martha's Vineyard, Massachusetts
- Charity: Pathfinders of Palm Beach & Martin County
- Cocktails by: Sweetwater
- Chef Christopher Gianfreda, Outermost Inn
- Chef Noah Kincaide, Atria
- Chef Carlos Montoya, Garden East
March 16 - Louisville, Kentucky
- Benefiting: Women of the Western Communities
- Music by: Sosos
- Cocktails by: Sweetwater
- Chef Alan Grimm, Lilly’s Bistro
- Chef Jeff Dailey and Chef Ryan Smith, Harvest
- Chef Mike Wajda, Proof on Maine
March 23 - Boston, Massachusetts
- Details coming soon!
April 13: Delray Beach "32" East Farm and Wine Dinner
- Benefiting: Little Smiles
- Music by: Killbillies
- Cocktails by: Sweetwater
- Nick Morfogen, Pine Tree Country Club, Boynton Beach
- Eric Morales, Saint Andrew’s School, Boca Raton
- Jeremy Carrier, Sweetwater, Boynton Beach
- Joe Anthony, Gabriel Kreuther, New York
- Anthony Fiorini, Luff's Fish House, Boca Raton
- AJ Benaquisto, Vero Disney, Vero Beach
- Ryan Brown, Personal Chef, Palm Beach
- Nunzio Scordo, Driftwood Southern Kitchen, North Carolina
- Lee Mazor, Lovleee Bakeshop, Fort Lauderdale
- Jessie Steele, Death & Glory, Delray Beach
- Dan Dore, Death & Glory, Delray Beach
- Bill Ring, Harvest Seasonal Grill, Delray Beach
- Bill Weiss, Island Creek Oyster Co., Boston
- Eric Morales, Boca West Country Club, Boca Raton
- Gary Wood, Gourmet International Pompano Beach
- Travis Vaughn, Graft, Wisconsin
- Justin Shreiber, Country Club of Florida, Boynton Beach
- TJ Sanders, Atlanta Breakfast Club, Atlanta
- Phil Lendoff, Atlanta Breakfast Club, Atlanta
- Ana Rivera, H & F Bread Co., Atlanta
- John Thomas, Sassafras, West Palm Beach
- Alex Tubero, Union Square Cafe, New York
- Ian Hamlett, Pine Tree Golf Club, Boynton Beach
- Matt O'Connell - Nothingman Studios, Bartender
May 4 - Meat Market
- Benefiting: Wellington Cares
- Music by: Kat Riggins
- Cocktails by: Sweetwater
- Chef Sean Brasel, Meat Market Palm Beach & Miami Beach
SWANK FARMS BRUNCHES
November 18 - Southern Brunch
- Chef Tara Abrams, Crazy Uncle Mike’s
- Brewmaster, Corey Wilson
- Music by: The Homegrown Sinners
February 24 - Eat, Drink, Brunch with the Hilton
- Chef Miguel Santiago
- Pastry Chef Max Santiago
- Music by: Taylor Loren
April 21 - Easter Sunday
- Chef Sam Horrocks, Swank Table
May 12 - Mother’s Day
- Chef Sam Horrocks, Swank Table
ABOUT SWANK FARMS:
Swank Farm was launched in 1996 by husband/wife team Darrin and Jodi Swank. What started as a small lettuce operation has grown into a much larger endeavor producing more than 350 varieties of specialty produce on 20 acres in Loxahatchee Groves. They provide vegetables, edible flowers and microgreens for South Florida’s top restaurants and their products can be found at local farmers markets in season. Their 8500-sq-ft. pole barn is available for private events including weddings.
www.swankspecialtyproduce.com
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