How She Built It: What It Took - A Dinner & Discussion with Women Founders

14th Annual Tom Tom Festival | Panel Discussion & 4-Course Seated Dinner

Join us for an unforgettable evening, presented as part of the 14th annual Tom Tom Festival, spotlighting the women behind some of Charlottesville’s most beloved food and beverage ventures.

• Athena Eastwood, Eastwood Farm and Winery (Moderator)
• Gail Hobbs-Page, Caromont Farm
• Kitty Ashi, Monsoon Siam
• Emily Harpster, SugarBear
• Susan Sweeney, Cake Bloom

The night begins with a heartfelt panel conversation about courage — the risks taken, the challenges faced, and the passion that keeps them moving forward. It’s an honest look at what it means to build, lead, and persist.

Following the discussion, settle in for a four-course seated wine pairing dinner with a menu created by the women on the panel, showcasing beautifully crafted dishes, thoughtfully selected wines, and a celebratory Blanc de Blancs toast.

With orchard views as your backdrop, this evening is about community, conversation, and raising a glass to bold ideas.

Every meaningful dream starts with courage. 🍷

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS: Generally, accommodations cannot be made to the menu. To ensure that we can best accommodate guests with dietary restrictions, please inquire by emailing us before purchasing tickets. Reach out at: megan@eastwoodfarmandwinery.com

MENU

First course - Cherry Tomato Tart (Eastwood & Caromont)

• Caromont fresh goat cheese, roasted tomatoes, white soy sauce, herbs

Second course- Tropical Salad (Monsoon)

• Mixed tropical fruit, rainbow tomatoes, shrimp, Asian green bean, cashew, cilantro lime dressing, fried taro basket

Third course - Curry (Monsoon)

• Braised chuck roast, yellow curry, pumpkin puree, bokchoi, pickled radish and carrots, fried onion, mint relish.

Fourth course - Strawberry Belle Cake (Cake Bloom) and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (SugarBear)

• Almond cake/st germain strawberries/cream with vanilla bean ice cream