Urban Garden Gathering Highlights

Contributors: Rachel Iliadis of Heart It Races - Photography // Sherry Donnelly of Gertie Mae’s Floral Studio  - Flower Table Scape // Dana Rohrig of Four Inch Fold Rentals - Rentals // Jamie Jimenez of Julia’s Poppies - Paper Goods

MENU | May Gathering at Matchstic

Farmers Markets are in full swing by May, and we took full advantage by traveling around Atlanta to source the meal. We shared with our guests where the fresh produce came from and challenged everyone to shop local and taste the difference.  We desire authenticity in life through relationships, work and service.  The same standard can, and should, be set for our food. Here's a look of the evening focusing on the meal. For the full recap, please visit Pilgrim Creative. Enjoy!

Locally Sourced: Woodland Gardens, Crystal Organics, Skylight Farm, Tucker Farms, Pearson Farm, Watsonia Farm, Fry Farm, The Capra Gia Cheese Company

Snacks Lemon White Bean Hummus with Fresh Herbs and Black Pepper Lavosh Roasted Strawberries with Local Goat Cheese on Rosemary Cream Biscuits

First Course Tybee Island Shrimp and Seared Scallops with Spring Beets, Bibb Lettuce, Basil, and Orange Vinaigrette

Entrée Braised Rabbit with Lemon Marsala Glaze with Leeks, Spring Onions, and English Peas Carrot Agnolotti with Asparagus and Thyme Roasted Cauliflower and Broccolini With Parsley and Capers

Dessert Lemon Basil Panna Cotta, Poached Blueberries, Coconut Macaroons

Contributors: Paige Beasley of Pilgrim Creative – Photography // Krista Janos of Blue Eyed Yonder - Table Scape Design + Chair Rentals // Jamie Jimenez of Julia’s Poppies - Paper Goods

Open Invitation: Homespun

So what's the story behind these dinners? Chef Jason Jimenez and myself (his new bride) host monthly gatherings at design studios around Atlanta. We have called it "Homespun ATL," since the gatherings started in homes, and continue to carry a simple, unpretentious feel to each dinner. We source the meal from area farmers, markets, and purveyors to keep it as fresh and local as possible.

Each gathering features a locally sourced meal to include: snacks, communal wine, first course, family style dinner, and finished with coffee + dessert.

The invitation is open to anyone and guests can RSVP until the table fills up. Most hear of the dinners through word of mouth or buzz on social media.  We also invite local creatives to contribute to each dinner with their respective craft-whether design, floral, photography, etc.

Most come in strangers and leave as new-found friends. That's the beauty of the table - it is a wonderful opportunity to organically facilitate community and relationships, bringing people together that otherwise may not have crossed paths.

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Photo Credits

The Photography of Haley Sheffield - Images 1, 4, 7

Morgan Blake - Images 3, 6

 Whitney Huynh Photography - Images 2, 5

May 2013 Gathering Announced

Photo Credit: Morgan Blake

Mark your calendars. Limited Seating. Location and details coming soon.

November Gathering - Harvest Dinner

Last month we were blessed with a memorable night full of laughter, thanksgiving, and of course, a seasonal meal. You may have already seen the amazing Homespun ATL video captured by Los Filmmakers, if not check it out. They documented the process of preparing for the evening.

We gathered with a new group of friends and strangers to share a harvest meal at the industrial studio of Matchstic in Grant Park.  Jason served up course after course of "autumn delight", the arrangements of Juli Vaughn lit up the room, Mao's inspiring freehand chalk art inspired the guests... there is something to be said (and experienced) when we get to create from the overflow of our heart...it's raw, organic and imperfect, yet beautiful. Here's a look at the evening through the eye of Whitney Huynh. We hope to see you at the table soon!

• Whitney Huynh -  Photography
• Mao Thao of Four Inch Fold Rentals - Rentals + Chalk Art
• Juli Vaughn of Juli Vaughn Design - Table Scape + Florals
• Juan + Christian of Los Fimmakers -Video
• Jamie Wyckoff of Julia's Poppies - Paper Goods
• Matchstic- Location

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NOVEMBER GATHERING FILM

Last month we hosted a Harvest Dinner at Matchstic Branding. We gathered around the table to share life, and it's blessings over a wholesome meal.

We had the guys of Los Filmmakers film a behind-the-scenes look at the evening. You can see their eye for detail...and we love how they captured the table through a time-lapse. They are truly talented in their craft. Juan + Christian: thank you for delivering such quality!

Homespun ATL is not just an opportunity to dine but rather to break bread and share life. Come and be inspired. The next gathering is Sunday, December 9.

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LABOR DAY SOUTHERN SUPPER

Photo by Mary Anne Morgan

Special thank you to the following creatives that contributed to the evening:

• Table Scape Styling: Juli Vaughn Designs
• Furniture Rentals: Four Inch Fold

Photography  Mary Anne Morgan Photography.

SIMPLE GATHERING

Homespun is a "Simple Gathering" that brings people together over a local inspired, wholesome menu.  Homespun visits local markets that determine our dishes. We believe this invites guests to support our local community of artisans and  farmers.

We enjoy being able to share our passion and creativity with others, and makes a “Simple Gathering" so much more than well, simple. In fact, we aspire to create an environment that will act as the canvas for the true meaning behind our dinners-to share life and break bread.