Spruce Peak Announces the Return of Its Annual “A Taste of New England” Culinary Experience, August 14-16, 2025
Enjoy Three Days of Curated Dinners, World-Class Wines, Tastings and more from Celebrated Chefs Across New England
Spruce Peak–the elevated, luxury slopeside community and ultimate year-round destination in Stowe, Vermont–in partnership with The Lodge at Spruce Peak and media partner Yankee Magazine, announces the return of its annual, three-day culinary event, A Taste of New England, set to take place August 14 through 16, 2025. Featuring New England’s most celebrated chefs, guests can gather over unforgettable dinners, imbibe over world-class wines from featured winery Domaine Bousquet, indulge in Vermont-based fare, enjoy an exclusive, collaborative dining experience and more. New this year, A Taste of New England will host an intimate, indoor dining experience called “A Taste of Vermont,” featuring local chefs from throughout the state.
This year’s lineup showcases renowned chefs from across New England, featuring Vermont’s very own Chef Robert Smith of Starry Night Cafe, Chef Cara Tobin of Honey Road & The Grey Jay, and Chef Justin Dain of Oakes & Evelyn; Connecticut’s Chef Damon Sawyer of 29 Markle in Bridgeport; New Hampshire’s Chef Evan Hennessey of Stages at One Washington in Dover; Rhode Island’s Chef Ben Sukle of Oberlin & Gift Horse in Providence; Massachusetts’ Chef Colin Lynch of Bar Mezzana, Shore Leave, No Relation and Black Lamb in Boston; and Maine’s Chef Ilma Lopez of Chaval and Ugly Duckling in Portland.
“This year’s A Taste of New England event promises the return of immersive, intimate dining experiences that truly represent the region’s rich, agricultural bounty,” says Sean Blomgren, Executive Chef of Spruce Peak. “I’m honored and excited to collaborate with a passionate team of talented chefs, each bringing their own unique spin to the table with thoughtfully crafted dishes.”
Starting Thursday, August 14, guests are invited to indulge in the first evening and newest segment of A Taste of New England with the “A Taste of Vermont” dinner at Tipsy Trout restaurant, located within The Lodge at Spruce Peak, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests can expect a locally curated five-course dinner from Executive Chef Sean Blomgren, joined by Chef Robert Smith, Chef Cara Tobin and Chef Justin Dain, with additional Vermont-based chefs to be announced.
The festivities continue on Friday, August 15, with “First Taste,” an evening featuring this year’s celebrated chefs across New England, including Spruce Peak’s own Executive Chef Sean Blomgren and The Club at Spruce Peak’s Executive Chef Seth Gallant, will showcase a variety of small plates and perfectly paired wines from Vermont Wine Merchants between 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
The weekend culminates with a finale on Saturday, August 16, beginning with a cocktail reception at 5:30 p.m. and followed by the Chef Collaboration Dinner at 7 p.m., where the team of chefs including Chef Damon Sawyer, Chef Evan Hennessey, Chef Ben Sukle, Chef Colin Lynch and Chef Ilma Lopez, will offer New England-sourced and inspired fare, complete with expert wine pairings.
First launched in 2019, this year marks the fifth year of A Taste of New England. Created to celebrate the culinary talent and abundance of resources throughout New England, the event has continued to evolve and grow. New additions such as the “A Taste of Vermont” dinner have joined the line-up to further highlight the region’s unique local flavors and diverse culinary voices.
“A Taste of New England has grown exponentially over the years,” says Kendal Daiger, Vice President of Marketing at Spruce Peak. “We’re incredibly grateful for the opportunity to welcome new chefs, introduce exciting additions to the event lineup, and continue collaborating with our amazing partners to bring this experience to life year after year.”
For guests looking to extend their visit into a full weekend staycation, The Lodge at Spruce Peak offers a home base with sweeping mountain views and contemporary alpine design. In addition to an amazing culinary experience, guests can enjoy a host of Green Mountain adventures, including golf, hiking, paddling, and much more. Accommodations range from guestrooms and studios, expansive junior and three-bedroom suites, to spacious and private Penthouses and more. To book a reservation, guests can head to: https://www.sprucepeak.com/stay/the-lodge/
A Taste of New England tickets are on sale via Eventbrite, with two-day passes starting at $397 plus taxes and fees or three-day passes at $581+. Single day tickets are also available at $239+ for Thursday’s “A Taste of Vermont” dinner, $130+ for Friday’s “First Taste” reception, and $308+ for Saturday’s Chef Collaboration dinner. Event sponsorship opportunities are available.
