October Brunch Menu

FAMILY STYLE BRUNCH MENU

FALL SALAD Butternut Squash Ribbons, Arugula, Apples, Sherry Vinaigrette, Cranberries, Currant, Toasted Pecans

BUTTERNUT SQUASH WAFFLES Toasted Pumpkin Seeds, Golden Raisins, Squash + Pear Compote, Honey

FARM FRESH QUICHE Zucchini, Squash, Mushrooms, Onions, Tomatoes, Japanese Greens

SWEET POTATO HASH Fingerling Potatoes, Parsnips, Onions, Fresh Herbs

STUFFED PEPPERS Sausage, Gouda, Onions, Potatoes, Fresh Herbs

WATERMELON SALAD Mint, Lavender, Autumnal Simple Syrup

SAUSAGE + BACON PLATTER

BUTTERMILK SAGE BISCUIT + EMILY G’S PEAR HONEY JAM

LOCALLY SOURCED

MARIETTA SQUARE FARMERS MARKET - Red Earth Organic Farms, Bray Family Farms, Emily G's, Pine Street Market, Hayden Grove Farms

View the full photo gallery on Facebook.

Contributors: Morgan Blake –  Photography | Juli Vaughn of Juli Vaughn Design - Table Scape Design | Jamie Jimenez  - Paper Goods

IN-HOME with HOMESPUN ATL

If you've been to either our pop-up brunch or dinner, you know the routine...sit down around the table, meet new people, and enjoy an artisan meal. Hosting these gatherings is our favorite time of the month!

We are inviting YOU to join us in the hosting. Yes, you can have friends, neighbors, and coworkers over for dinner and cook a delicious dish. In fact, we encourage you to do so! However, if you're looking for something a bit different, we invite you to take advantage of our In-Home experience. That's right, we come to you!

Did we mention as a host your seat is FREE?! The process is simple, you contact us to schedule the date and submit the emails of your guests. We set up a private Eventbrite invitation, and your guests purchase their $65 seats. You'll need to fill your dining room with 8-10 paying guests, and we will take care of the rest.

The In-Home experience is like our pop-up gatherings, in that Chef Jason will select and prepare the menu. We can accommodate allergies upon request. The menu features a locally sourced meal to include: snacks, first course, family style dinner, and finished with dessert. We will be preparing the food on-site, so we will arrive 3 hours before the dinner. We also need a working kitchen (standard stove top, oven, and refrigerator).

Discounted Rates - We have a number of dates in the coming weeks that we will be offering your guests 15% off their seats.

 The discounted dates are:

• January 29, 2014
• January 30, 2014
• February 1, 2014
• February 6, 2014

Please email us at info@homespunatl.com to schedule your In-Home gathering.

Photo Credit: Phil Sanders Photography | Styling: Blue Eyed Yonder & Lindsay Coletta Design

JANUARY GATHERINGS

Photo Credit: Buffy Dekmar Photography

2013 CHRISTMAS COCKTAIL PARTY

We hope you're enjoying this holiday season as much as we are. It has been such a blessing this year to see the Homespun community grow (and turn into a fulltime job for Jason). We would like you to get all dressed up, and come celebrate Christmas with us!

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Thursday, December 19th from 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

LOCATION The Seed Studio - 434 Marietta Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 *Park in the lot across the street.

DETAILS

• Light bites, local meats & cheeses, sweet treats, & a special holiday cocktail.
• BYOB
• Live music by Haley Sheffield & Chris Crowell.
• Discounted ticket if you bring 4 canned or nonperishable goods.

GIVE BACK

It's often said that this time of year is about giving, not receiving. We are going to gift a local family the full Homespun experience for an evening, but need your help. The proceeds from this party will go towards their meal, and we are also collecting nonperishable goods to stock their pantry.

RSVP Tickets available at Eventbrite. Discounted ticket if you bring 4 canned or nonperishable goods.

DRESS

Festive Cocktail Attire

Floral Arrangement in Photo: Juli Vaughn Designs // Photo Credit: The Photography of Haley Sheffield

Coconut & Pear Butternut Squash Soup Recipe

This week Jason is sharing his Coconut & Pear Butternut Squash Soup Recipe over at Yours is the Earth. It's the perfect Autumn soup...AND it's gluten and dairy free.

-Jamie

Ode to Autumn

As a chef I aspire to provide wholesome meals. Homespun has become one of my outlets to do so...from the food that we source, to the preparation and techniques used. I try to bring the meal to life, while ensuring each guests leaves full and nourished.

For our Ode to Autumn dinner held in late September I had challenged myself to follow the Whole30 program while preparing the meal. I enjoyed having set parameters, and allowing the season’s availability to direct my focus. I found that in these guidelines my creativity was stretched in new ways. The menu was as follows:

BEET + ARUGULA SALAD Moonglow Pears, Golden Pickled Beets, Toasted Pecans with Onion-Pear Vinaigrette

PEPPERCORN CRUSTED PORK LOIN Sweet Potato Puree, Roasted Onions + Kale

BRAISED CABBAGE, AFRICAN BUTTERNUT SQUASH + GALA APPLES with Fresh Basil

FARM-FRESH BRAISED GREENS with Pickled Swiss Chard + Roasted Garlic

ROASTED CARROTS, GREEN BEANS, QUEEN SCARLET TURNIPS + SHIITAKE

The menu was full of healthy goodness sourced from our local markets. Also I had the privilege to cook for one the farmers from whom I sourced shiitake mushrooms. Jonathan and his family run Abundant Harvest, and provide delectable produce at several markets around metro Atlanta. He is also one of my go-to farmers we use for our meals.

One of the benefits of cooking straightforward with local produce is the flavor. Using fresh, locally grown food gives me the peace of mind and confidence while preparing meals for the guest around the table.  For one, I know how fresh it is. Second of all, I know where and whom I am getting it from.  The meal was organic, gluten-free, dairy-free, and delicious. Yes, you heard me correctly...even the guest assured me that everything tasted great.

Cooking and eating clean may take a bit more effort. After experiencing it, we quickly grow to appreciate going back to its humble beginnings.

LOCALLY SOURCED Morningside Market: Woodland Gardens, Crystal Organic Farm, D+ A Farm, Cimino Farm Peachtree Road Farmers Market: Abundant Harvest Niman Ranch

Photo Credit: Phil Sanders | Styling: Blue Eyed Yonder | Foliage: Lindsay Coletta Designs

October Brunch

We're excited to host another Homespun Brunch... next Sunday, October 20 at 1 pm. I've mentioned it before, but brunch is hands-down my favorite meal! What better way to enjoy your afternoon than by meeting new (and old) friends and enjoying a locally sourced, seasonal meal made by Chef Jason.

Reserve your seat online... and come hungry.

-Jamie

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