HUDSON VALLEY HARVEST
September 13 – 15, 2019
September 20 – 22, 2019
September 27 – 29, 2019
Head on over for Hudson Valley Harvest and discover delicious, local food and the best of the harvest season. Featuring a different theme for three separate weekends in September, this year we celebrate Corn, Melons, and Pickling! Join us as we explore the culinary treasures and local trades of the remarkable Hudson Valley region. The weekends will feature food demonstrations from Chef Ric Orlando or Michelle and James Walsh from Mudd Puddle Café and Yard Owl Brewery. If you love fresh, local food then Mohonk’s Hudson Valley Harvest is the perfect place for you!
Availability is limited. For reservations, please call .
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: COMING SOON
Please check back for an updated schedule 3 months prior to the event.
Preview last year’s schedule:
WEEK 1
FRIDAY
Pumpkin Treats during Afternoon Tea
Pumpkins are featured at this afternoon’s tea, with special pumpkin treats from the Hudson Valley alongside traditional tea-time goodies.
Live Music: Cedric Rogers
Cedric Rogers is a singer, songwriter, guitarist whose original songs combine catchy melodies with adventurous narratives that imaginatively tell of Cedric’s unique, yet relatable, life experiences. Along with performing songs from his new album, Cedric and Him, and Cedric will tell stories to keep you laughing and smiling while sharing what inspires him as a songwriter.
SATURDAY
Corn! Food Demonstration and Tasting with Ric Orlando
Join Ric Orlando as he demonstrates the preparation of this season’s splendid culinary treasure, Corn. Ric shares his insight, with a focus on high quality and taste, the benefits of a sustainable food system, regional food traditions, and a slower and more harmonious rhythm of life. Learn how to make, and savor the delicious tastes of this Harvest vegetable.
Apple Treats during Afternoon Tea
Apples, the favorite fall fruit, make a delicious appearance at our afternoon tea. Savor cider and apple cider donuts from a local farm alongside traditional tea-time goodies.
Barnival
Come out and enjoy an evening of fun with live music and entertainment. Select local vendors will offer free tastings and sales of food, drinks, and crafts, and the Spa will offer 10-minute chair massages. The kids will enjoy complimentary popcorn and so much more!
SUNDAY
Blacksmith Demonstration
Join our resident Barn Museum curator Jim Clark to discover the techniques and skills used in the art of Blacksmithing.
WEEK 2
FRIDAY
Pumpkin Treats during Afternoon Tea
Pumpkins are featured at this afternoon’s tea, with special pumpkin treats from the Hudson Valley alongside traditional tea-time goodies.
Paparozzi’s Juke Joint
Join us for a rockin’ good concert with singer and harmonica virtuoso Rob Paparozzi, as he explores the roots of Rock‘n’Roll. He’ll cover the era starting with the 1950’s and storming into the 1970’s including the “sister” genres of R&B, Funk, Blues, and Rockabilly.
SATURDAY
Melons! Food Demonstration and Tasting with Ric Orlando
Join Ric Orlando as he demonstrates the preparation of this season’s splendid culinary treasure, Melons. Ric shares his insight, with a focus on high quality and taste, the benefits of a sustainable food system, regional food traditions, and a slower and more harmonious rhythm of life. Learn how to make, and savor the delicious tastes.
Local Flavor Expo
Immerse yourself in the best of the Hudson Valley region during this special event with displays from local breweries, food purveyors, and so much more! Vendors include; Mill House Brewing, Keegan Ales, Whitecliff Vineyard, Coyote Kitchen, Nancy’s Artisanal Creamery, and many more!
SUNDAY
Brisk Morning Hike
Brisk hike to Sky Top via Huguenot Drive and Sky Top Road. This moderate to fast pace hike is uphill on carriage roads and returns on a path. Approximately 3 miles. Age 7 and up. Proper footwear is required: sneakers or hiking boots.
WEEK 3
FRIDAY
Apple Treats during Afternoon Tea
Apples, the favorite fall fruit, make a delicious appearance at our afternoon tea. Savor cider and apple cider donuts from a local farm alongside traditional tea-time goodies.
Live Entertainment: The Dylan Doyle Band
Southern born, Northern raised, Dylan Doyle has been steeped in everything from Bob Dylan, Wes Montgomery, and Bill Withers to John Prine, Jimi Hendrix, and The Band. From this comes a unique musical interpretation that lies somewhere within the delta of Roots, Rock, and Jazz, giving him a style that defies classification. All are welcome! Cash bar will be available.
SATURDAY
Pickling Demonstration and tasting with Yard Owl Brewery
James, Joe, and Michelle from Yard Owl will discuss their best tips and tricks for pickling vegetables and eggs. Using a variety of brines and spices, learn how to create vibrant pickled dishes that pair well with beer, cheese, and mustards.
Local Flavor Expo
Immerse yourself in the best of the Hudson Valley region during this special event with displays from local breweries, food purveyors, and so much more! Vendors include Yard Owl Brewery, Hudson Ale Works, Tuthilltown Spirits, Karl Family Farm, and many more!
SUNDAY
House History Tour
Join a member of the Mohonk staff for a brief history of the House and Smiley Family and a tour of the facilities. Great for first-time guests!
Availability is limited. For reservations, please call .
MEET OUR PROGRAM LEADERS
Ric Orlando
“We want clean food!” Guided by these words, Ric Orlando brings an inspired blend of lust for life, outspoken passion for the flavors and ingredients of the world community, and nationally renowned cooking prowess to his roles as chef, lecturer, author, and media source. Well known as a Food Network “Chopped” champion and “Chopped” 50K Tournament Round 4 winner, Ric has also appeared on PBS as the host, creator, and writer of “Ric Orlando’s TV Kitchen.” As chef and owner of New World Bistro Bar in Albany, Ric has been preparing and promoting both global and local food for over 20 years. His recipes and commentary are consistently in demand by the regional media. His tireless work in promoting the products, people, and beauty of the region has made him one of the Hudson Valley’s leading culinary spokespeople.
Cedric Rogers
Cedric Rogers is a singer, songwriter, guitarist whose original songs combine catchy melodies with adventurous narratives that imaginatively tell of Cedric’s unique, yet relatable, life experiences. A native of Maine, Cedric moved to New York City in 2010 and from 2014-2017, was an artist in residence at The West End Lounge on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. In 2018, Cedric released his album, Cedric and Him, and will begin his East Coast Greenway tour on July 25, traveling from Belfast, Maine to Key West, Florida. Cedric’s most notable performances include those at Boothbay Harbor Opera House with Villalobos Brothers, Unity College Center for the Performing Arts, and Blick Art Materials September Music Festival.
Rob Paparozzi
This New Jersey-based front man, singer, & harmonica player, has been a blues performer since 1967. But Rob is far from being strictly a blues musician. In fact, he’s at home playing a wide range of music, ranging from rock to blues to jazz to pop. Having toured in Japan, Italy, Spain, France, Russia, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, Rob’s Broadway, movie, and television credits are also extensive with appearances on Big River and The Will Rogers Follies, Conan O’Brien, David Letterman, and the CBS Early Show. Formerly a member of the Original Blues Brothers Band and leader singer with Blood, Sweat, and Tears, Rob released his debut CD “Etruscan Soul” in 2009.
Dylan Doyle
Touring nationally since age 15, Dylan became a seasoned professional at a very young age. He has played with such notable musicians Rob Stoner (Bob Dylan, Don Mclean), John Platania (Van Morrison, Natalie Merchant), Ben Cauley (Otis Redding) and Bill Payne (Little Feat). Stoner called Dylan one of the most prodigious players he has known with abundant natural talent. John Platania has referred to Dylan as “The Future.” Ben Cauley, after playing with Dylan in Memphis said, “Dylan Doyle sounds like a young Jimi Hendrix.” In the words of Bill Payne upon sharing the stage, “Music is a conversation. Dylan spoke beautifully and was listening to the musicians around him. His play was imaginative and original.” Attesting to Dylan’s versatility, Dylan has played the King Biscuit Blues Festival three consecutive years as well headlining the Grateful Garcia Gathering, the largest Grateful Dead festival in the Midwest.
James and Michelle Walsh
Sixteen years ago, James and Michelle combined their excitement for the restaurant business and opened Mudd Puddle Café in New Paltz, NY. Fresh roasted coffee, hand crafted food, and a warm community space has been the focus since day one. In 2012, they expanded their passion for fine crafted beverages and food by opening Yard Owl Brewery in Gardiner, NY. Here, they brew expressive Belgian inspired ales and pair the beer with locally pickled vegetables and eggs, cheeses, and beer mustards. This has enabled them to create a second community space and expand their creativity into another area of the food and craft beverage world.
When you visit for Hudson Valley Harvest, your overnight package includes:
- Three meals daily featuring fresh, locally sourced cuisine from our farm-to-table partners
- Access to more than 85 miles of the Hudson Valley’s best hiking trails
- Daily Guided “House History” Tours of our National Historic Landmark resort
- Guided Nature Hikes with stunning views of the Catskill Mountains
- Yoga, Meditation, and Fitness Classes
- Heated Indoor Pool with underwater music
- Afternoon tea and cookies in our historic Lake Lounge
- Complimentary greens fees on our Scottish-inspired golf course
- Nightly Evening Entertainment
- Special Events and more! See schedule of activities >
A la carte experiences available to overnight guests:
- A full menu of nature-inspired treatments at our award-winning spa
- The Carriage Lounge, featuring a full bar and handcrafted cocktails as well as hyperlocal draft beer and hard cider
- An award-winning wine list in our Main Dining Room
- Horseback riding, carriage rides, and pony rides