Join us for the Second Annual Feast for Hope on Saturday, August 9 at Smithview Pavilion in Maryville. This unforgettable evening honors the late Brian Tuggle, a dear friend of New Hope and passionate supporter of our mission to restore hope to abused and traumatized children and their families.

Feast for Hope is a culinary celebration and fundraiser like no other, featuring local chefs who will showcase their talent with both savory and sweet dishes. Guests will enjoy delicious food, live music, refreshing beverages, and great company—all while supporting New Hope Children’s Advocacy Center.

🎟️ General Admission
Includes access to local chef-prepared tastings, beer, and the option to purchase wine or a specialty cocktail. Guests can enjoy live music, mingle under the lights, and bid in our silent auction. Music and food begin at 6:00 PM.

💫 VIP Ticket (LIMITED)
Includes everything in General Admission, plus:

• Early entry to the exclusive VIP Cocktail Hour from 5:00–6:00 PM
• Reserved seating under the pavilion
• Live music 
• Delicious appetizers prepared by Chef Trevor Stockton of RT Lodge, featuring ingredients from Benton’s
• Guests will enjoy tastings featuring tequila from Zenzonte, Espresso Martinis, and refreshing seltzers provided by local partners
• A relaxed time to mingle and enjoy the setting before the main event begins

Chef Dishes:

🍢Amici – Chef Chris Thompson: Meatball Kebab – House-made pita, herbed ricotta, roasted red pepper marinara

🥓Bob’s Smokin’ Something – Chef Bob Michaels – Loaded Pulled Pork Cups & Elote Brisket Sliders

🥐 Crustic Bakery – Chef Sarah Miller – Blueberry Cardamom Pastry

🌮 Blue Stem Hollow – Chef Robert Allen – Braised Oxtail Tacos

🦀 The Raven / Bella – Chef Cory Giaquinta – Lump Crab Cake – With remoulade and arugula

🍽️ RT Lodge – Executive Chef Trevor Stockton – BBQ Braised Chicken – Vinegar slaw, peach BBQ & Heirloom Tomato Salad

🍨 RT Lodge – Pastry Chef Caitlyn – “Walking ChocoTaco”  – Cream cheese, corn caramelia crunch

🥓 Seasons Innovative Bar & Grille – Chef Deron Little – Pork Belly Lollipop

🐟 Windy Hill Farm & Preserve – Chef Ben Warwick – Preserved Ruby Trout on Rye Bread

🍓 Wells Tavern – Chef Andrew Morris –Cranachan – Whipped cream, toasted oats, raspberry sauce

🥩 The Walnut Kitchen – Chef Mike Thomas –Simpsons Tenderloin – Oyster mushrooms, dirty rice, blackberry BBQ, smiley greens

 Event Location: Smithview Pavilion, Maryville, TN
🚗 Parking: Between Smith Funeral Services and Smith Flowers

All proceeds benefit New Hope Children’s Advocacy Center, helping provide free services to children and families healing from abuse and trauma. If you are unable to attend, donations are welcomed at www.blountkids.org. If you are interested in being a sponsor, please reach out to Anna at aferrell@blountkids.org

Let this be an evening of flavor, friendship, and purpose. We hope to see you there!