HARDWICK EVENTS FIELD GUIDE
Friendsgiving in a Timber‑Frame Barn: A Five‑Course Wine Dinner at Hardwick Winery
The Fourth Annual Friendsgiving 5‑Course Wine Dinner pairs a locally sourced, chef‑crafted autumn menu with Hardwick Winery’s wines—this guide explains what to expect and how the evening flows.
Friendsgiving in a Timber‑Frame Barn: A Five‑Course Wine Dinner at Hardwick Winery.
Settle into the warm, timbered interior of Hardwick Vineyard & Winery for the Fourth Annual Friendsgiving 5‑Course Wine Dinner, an intimate autumn event where Chef Peter Ryzewski’s locally sourced menu is paired course‑by‑course with Hardwick wines, creating a seasonal tasting that celebrates the harvest.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A cozy evening in a timber‑frame barn
The dinner takes place inside Hardwick Winery’s scenic timber frame barn, where the atmosphere is deliberately warm and festive—an autumn harvest celebration centered on food, wine, and good company.
Five courses, four expert wine pairings
Guests move through a five‑course menu with wines selected by the winery to complement each course, an approach that highlights the interplay of local ingredients with Hardwick’s bottles.
A locally sourced, chef‑crafted menu
Chef Peter Ryzewski designs a gourmet, seasonal menu for the evening, emphasizing locally sourced produce and preparations that reflect the harvest.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
Expect a deliberately curated evening: early arrivals can enjoy drinks before the main event, then dinner service begins promptly at 6:00 and moves through five thoughtfully composed courses, each paired with wine from Hardwick Winery. The pace is convivial and seated—designed for conversation, tasting, and celebrating the season with friends.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this evening suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Dinner service begins promptly at 6:00; early arrivals may enjoy drinks before the seated service starts.
No special equipment or outdoor gear is required—the event is held inside the winery’s timber frame barn.
Hosted by Hardwick Vineyard & Winery in Hardwick, Massachusetts, the event takes place in the winery barn.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What time does the dinner start?
Dinner service begins promptly at 6:00.
Can I arrive early to have a drink before dinner?
Yes; early arrivals are able to enjoy drinks such as wine, sangria, or spritz cocktails before the event begins.
How many courses and wine pairings are included?
The evening features a five‑course dinner with wines paired by the winery—highlights note four expertly paired wines for the five courses.
Who is preparing the menu?
The gourmet, locally sourced menu is crafted by Chef Peter Ryzewski.
Is this event appropriate for minors?
No; the event is intended for wine lovers 21 and over.
How many times has this Friendsgiving dinner been held?
This is the Fourth Annual Friendsgiving 5‑Course Wine Dinner at Hardwick Winery.