Press Pass Dinner Ticketholders: We look forward to seeing you tonight!

We’re excited to introduce our first, foodie and hyperlocal evening of culture, food and conversation with chef Michael Morefield @ Rustic Roots on Main in Lexington.

This mouthwatering event begins at 6 pm on Saturday, August 27th.

Attire: Business Casual

People often ask if they can pay to subscribe. You cannot pay for FREE HYPERLOCAL NEWS but our Press Pass dinners are a new way to support Davidson Local.

Purchase tickets here! or in person at Rustic Roots on Main Street.

In every installment you'll learn about local news; bone up on an odd bit of local history and then wash it down with a themed cocktail/ mocktail recipe; meet writers of note; have your burning local news questions answered, savor an emerging food trend; and hear what’s on the local news horizon.

Sneak Peak

Chef Michael Morefield crafted a menu inspired by his passion for classic southern cuisine.

Course 1-

Chilled watermelon soup

Course 2 -

 Cornbread Panzanella salad with fresh mozzarella & Benton’s super-aged country ham

Course 3-

Homemade hoecake with buttermilk fried chicken and kohlrabi, apple, carrot, local honey coleslaw

Course 4-

Sliced beef medallions with fresh succotash & okra with roasted summer tomatoes

Course 5-

Benne cake with homemade water buffalo gelato garnished with benne brittle & macerated summer berries

Mocktails and Cocktails will be offered with each course.

Guest will enjoy a delicious evening meal, beverages and local news-inspired swag.