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WELCOME to our farm We are a 350 acre USDA certified organic farm, on-farm market, and agritourism destination in Nashville, Tennessee. Nestled along the Cumberland River, our farm is 11 miles from downtown. We grow a wide variety of fruits, flowers, vegetables, and herbs for the local community. ​Our agritourism operation offers the perfect setting for meetings, special events, and farm experiences. Come visit Green Door Gourmet!
meet our OWNER Sylvia Harrelson Ganier, our farm operator, brings years of farm and restaurant experience as well as a passion for food and education. Her background, growing up on a dairy farm in North Carolina, melds with her many years in the restaurant business, including being chef and owner of her former Nashville based establishment, CIBO. Sylvia is passionate about growing delicious, nutritious food and providing guests a beautiful place for farm experiences.
farm EXPERIENCES
FA R M T O U R S | M E E T I NG S | S P E A K E R S + S E S S I O N S | C U L I NA RY C L A S S E S F I E L D - T O - F O R K D I N I NG | F L O R A L WO R K S H O P S | O N - FA R M M A R K E T
FA R M T O U R S FARMHAND EXCURSION Enjoy a picturesque, half-hour walking tour while soaking up the beauty of our farm fields and production gardens. You and your guests will learn about organic farming, the importance of healthy food, and the history of Green Door Gourmet. minimum of 10 guests | 30 minutes | priced per person FARMHAND EXPERIENCE Building upon the farmhand excursion, this one-hour, in-depth tour will take you behind the scenes of Green Door Gourmet’s field production. Learn more about the necessity of sustainability and the interaction between our farmers and mother nature. minimum of 10 guests | 1 hour | priced per person FARMHAND IMMERSION Take a clarity break by wrapping yourself in nature and diving deeper into farm life. From scenic walks to gourmet tastings, this two-hour farmhand immersion will rejuvenate your senses. minimum of 10 guests | 2 hours | priced per person H AY R I D E S Add a scenic hayride to your farmhand tour! Ride alongside the Cumberland River and experience the serenity of our organic farm. 20 guests | 45 minutes | priced per group *Hayrides are subject to cancellation due to weather and not available December – March.
MEETINGS
Green Door Gourmet provides a professional meeting space for your next off-site business gathering. Our spaces allow your organization to meet, learn, network, and achieve goals in a vibrant environment. We offer modern amenities and business essentials to stimulate creativity and productivity.
SPEAKERS + SESSIONS
Green Door Gourmet provides local, regional, and national experts on subjects ranging from agricultural entrepreneurship to the passion of beekeeping and more! These experienced farm retreat educators provide informative, inspirational, and motivational sessions encompassing many facets of farm life. minimum of 10 guests | 2 hours sessions priced per person
be I N FO RMED
food waste initiatives | reduce, reuse, recycle | protecting our environment + soil health
ge t M OTIVATED t ake I N S PIRATION
clean eating + wellness practices | mother nature meets modern life
discover your personal empowerment | leave rejuvenated | change your world
make an I M P A C T
meet our CHEF Richard Jones’ journey as a chef has spanned the globe. His culinary adventure began in Adelaide, South Australia where the diversity of food and wine influenced his green thumbs and flavor palate. Richard moved to Nashville in 2000 and has worked under chefs Brian Uhl, Michael Tuohy, and Sean Brock. Developing a personal chef business and catering for companies large and small led to cheffing for musical artists including Sugarland, Zac Brown Band, U2 and Keith Urban. In the summer of 2012, Richard joined Green Door Gourmet as Executive Chef. This unique position was created to educate consumers, develop recipes to help CSA members better utilize produce, and further the education and encouragement of community-supported agriculture in the Middle Tennessee area. Join award-winning Chef Richard as he changes the face of true field-tofork dining in real time across the Nashville foodscape.
CULINARY C U L I NA R Y D E M O N S T R AT I O N
TA S T I NG S
Intended for larger groups, this culinary demonstration features farm fresh ingredients and a tasting of prepared items. Conclude your experience with an informative Q&A session.
From fine wine to craft cocktails, Green Door Gourmet experts will guide you through the perfect food and beverage pairings. Whether it be a local honey with specialty mead, artisan cheese with wines of the world, or a charcuterie board and a signature drink with Tennessee Whiskey, a tasting at Green Door Gourmet is sure to delight your senses.
20 + guests | 1 hour | priced per person
minimum of 10 guests | 1-2 hours | inquire for pricing C U L I NA R Y C R E AT I O N This cooking activity allows your guests to explore their creativity through recipe interpretation. Guests will be guided through the basics of a recipe and then given the opportunity to express their personal flavor profile. 10-40 guests | 1.5 hours | priced per person C U L I NA RY I M M E R S I O N Create a culinary masterpiece in this two-hour, hands-on class. Guided by one of our culinary experts, channel your inner chef using farm fresh ingredients. In addition to tasting delicious food, participants will receive a Green Door Gourmet recipe booklet to take home. 10-25 guests | 2 hours | priced per person
FIELD-TO-FORK DINING Take farm-to-table to the next level with a field-to-fork dining experience at Green Door Gourmet. Indulge in fresh and innovative cuisine from our culinary team. Inquire for our current seasonal food and beverage menus.
FLOWERS
FLORAL WORKSHOPS F L O R A L D E M O N S T R AT I O N
HANDS-ON FLORAL WORKSHOP
Green Door Gourmet grows an abundance of specialty cut flowers and greenery. Explore those varieties while our florist guides you through the basics of flower arranging and composition.
Implement the art of flower arranging in a workshop led by our floral designer. Learn about design fundamentals including composition, preservation methods, vessel selection, and flower pairings. Utilizing our seasonal flowers, create a lasting floral arrangement to take home.
10 + guests | 1 hour | priced per person S E E D T O VA S E T O U R Let our flower farm experts teach you techniques on how to improve your flower garden. Enjoy a nature walk through our beautiful flower fields while learning about the life cycle of a flower from seed to vase! 10 + guests | 30 minutes | priced per person
10-30 guests | 2 hours | priced per person
on-farm MARKET
Green Door Gourmet’s on-farm market offers freshly-harvested organic produce and flowers from our fields. We also curate a wide variety of gourmet artisan products from local honey to handmade crafts. Remember your time on the farm by taking home a taste of Nashville!
o u r S PA C E S
Let our event experts match the perfect venue space with your farm experiences! The Grand Barn and The Cottage include the following business amenities: • High speed WiFi • Audio/visual packages • On-site technical assistance
• Ample parking • On-site event manager • Hydration station
• Notepads and pens • Whiteboards and markers
THE GRAND BARN 6,000 square feet capacity: 225 reception | 160 banquet | 100 meeting inquire for daily rate
T H E C O T TA G E 1,200 square feet capacity: 50 reception | 32 banquet | 30 meeting inquire for daily rate
G R E E N S PA C E S 1-12 acre open green spaces capacity: 10 - 10,000 guests quoted based upon space requirements
the GRAND BARN
The Grand Barn is constructed of Tennessee native rough-sawn white oak and nestled in the heart of our farm. The climate-controlled venue boasts 27 foot tall ceilings, a wraparound mezzanine area, reclaimed wooden bars, and spacious restrooms. Built and designed specifically for special events, the venue includes ample power, professional event lighting, and audio/visual selections. 6,000 SQUARE FEET | CAPACITY: 225 RECEPTION | 160 BANQUET | 100 MEETING
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The Cottage, our latest addition to the farm, provides unparalleled hospitality, natural beauty, and tranquility for your all-inclusive retreat. Elevate your Nashville experience with field-tofork dining, wine tastings, business meetings, culinary demonstrations, and floral workshops in our retreat space. 1,200 SQUARE FEET | CAPACITY: 50 RECEPTION | 32 BANQUET | 30 MEETING
g r e e n S PA C E S
Located along the Cumberland River, our farm has lush green space and many open fields. Green Door Gourmet can host a variety of events, including team-building activities, product launches, day retreats, and company picnics. Step out of the office and surround yourself with Tennessee’s rolling hills.
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Green Door Gourmet’s professional and friendly staff is dedicated to providing our guests with a memorable farm experience. We strive to deliver exceptional event service in a healthy, happy environment.
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come experience the farm! Alison Bryant, Director of Event Sales 615.870.7592 events@greendoorgourmet.com www.greendoorgourmet.com 7007 River Road Pike | Nashville, TN 37209
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GREEN DOOR GOURMET 7011 River Road Pike Nashville, TN 37209 www.greendoorgourmet.com (615) 942-7169