THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2026 · 6PM
Feast of the Fields
BELVEDERE MANSION, STAATSBURG, NY
01 — what is feast of the fields?
An evening shaped by the people who grow here, cook here, and gather here — for those growing up here
An evening shaped by the people who grow here, cook here, and gather here — for those growing up here
Feast of the Fields is a benefit dinner and tasting experience that brings together exceptional Hudson Valley farms and producers, celebrated culinary talent, and guests around one long, candlelit table. The evening is rooted in what is grown and made here, showcasing the remarkable caliber, character, and generosity of our region’s food community.
Feast of the Fields is a benefit dinner and tasting experience that brings together exceptional Hudson Valley farms and producers, celebrated culinary talent, and guests around one long, candlelit table. The evening is rooted in what is grown and made here, showcasing the remarkable caliber, character, and generosity of our region’s food community.
That same sense of place extends beyond the plate. All proceeds benefit Northern Dutchess Day Care, Rhinebeck’s longest-running childcare center and only nonprofit childcare provider, supporting local children and families from its home in Ferncliff Forest.
That same sense of place extends beyond the plate. All proceeds benefit Northern Dutchess Day Care, Rhinebeck’s longest-running childcare center and only nonprofit childcare provider, supporting local children and families from its home in Ferncliff Forest.
02 — The kitchen
02 — The kitchen
What grows together, goes together
What grows together, goes together
Feast of the Fields is a dinner of five thoughtful courses representing peak autumn seasonality, expertly curated by Chef Matthew Maitland (Bâtard, The Four Horsemen and more). The menu is built around local Hudson Valley ingredients sourced from the family farms, dairies, orchards, and independent producers that define our region.
Their generosity allows more of every ticket to go directly toward supporting NDDCC and the children and families it serves.
Feast of the Fields is a dinner of five thoughtful courses representing peak autumn seasonality, expertly curated by Chef Matthew Maitland (Bâtard, The Four Horsemen and more). The menu is built around local Hudson Valley ingredients sourced from the family farms, dairies, orchards, and independent producers that define our region.
Their generosity allows more of every ticket to go directly toward supporting NDDCC and the children and families it serves.
what to expect
what to expect
A five-course tasting journey through the Hudson Valley in autumn
A five-course tasting journey through autumn in the Hudson Valley
Seasonal menu to include:
— PASSED HORS D'OEUVRES & WELCOME COCKTAILs
— APPETIZER + wine pairing
— SALAD
— ENTRÉE + wine pairing
— CHEESE + wine pairing
— DESSERT & coffee
vegetarian menu and non-alcoholic beverage pairings aLSO AVAILABLE
SEASONAL MENU TO INCLUDE:
— PASSED HORS D'OEUVRES
— APPETIZER
— SALAD
— ENTRÉE
— CHEESE
— DESSERT and coffee
— wine pairings and a selection of cocktails
—vegetarian menu and non-alcoholic beverage pairings AVAILABLE on request
SEASONAL MENU TO INCLUDE:
— PASSED HORS D'OEUVRES & WELCOME COCKTAILs
— APPETIZER + wine pairing
— SALAD
— ENTRÉE + wine pairing
— CHEESE + wine pairing
— DESSERT & coffee
vegetarian menu and non-alcoholic beverage pairings aLSO AVAILABLE
03 — The CAUSE
A good reason to gather
A good reason to gather
Feast of the Fields benefits Northern Dutchess Day Care, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Rhinebeck's most established early childhood education center. Your support will help up to 40 Hudson Valley children and families begin with the early childhood education they deserve.
One hundred percent of Feast of the Fields ticket sales benefit Northern Dutchess Day Care, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and Rhinebeck's first early childhood education center, established in 1970. Your support will help up to 40 Hudson Valley children and families begin with the early childhood education they deserve.
Every ticket turns an exceptional dinner into early opportunity.
Every ticket turns an exceptional dinner into early opportunity.
04 — The setting
A communal table in an unforgettable setting
A communal table in an unforgettable setting
Perched high above Route 9, Belvedere Mansion has long been a source of Hudson Valley curiosity—grand, private, and rarely experienced from within.
For one autumn evening, its historic doors open to one long, candlelit table celebrating the land, food, and community of the Hudson Valley.
Perched high above Route 9, Belvedere Mansion has long been a source of Hudson Valley intrigue—grand, private, and rarely experienced from within.
For one autumn evening, its historic doors open to one long, candlelit table celebrating the land, food, and community of the Hudson Valley.
OCTOBER 29, 2026
doors open at 6:00 pm
Your seat at the table awaits.
Five courses shaped by the season, shared around one table, in celebration of the community we call home. We'd be honored to have you.
$300 · FIVE COURSE local tasting menu WITH WINE PAIRINGS
BELVEDERE MANSION, 10 Old Route 9, Staatsburg, NY
Seats limited. 21+ only.
Our Sponsors
Our Sponsors
The growing circle of neighbors, culinary partners, and donors making Feast of the Fields possible.
The growing circle of neighbors and culinary partners making Feast of the Fields possible.
