Start the New Year by joining us for Apple Seeds' January Kitchen Table Dinner showcasing the culinary talents of Chef Russell Ingram.

This dinner will be shaped by Chef Russell’s ongoing exploration of Nordic sensibilities, blending the clarity and restraint of Denmark’s cuisine with his own instinct for bold, comforting flavors. Drawing on techniques and ingredients that echo the innovative spirit of NOMA (located in Copenhagen, Denmark and voted World's Best Restaurant five times), Chef Russell will craft an evening that balances earthiness with elegance, familiar warmth with surprising nuance. Each course he creates is meticulously planned yet unpretentious, a reflection of his curiosity, his appreciation for seasonal character, and his talent for transforming simple ideas into something quietly extraordinary.

Seating is limited, so secure your seats now for this one-night-only event on Sunday, January 25th, at 5:30 p.m.!

Featured Chef - Chef Russell’s upbringing, nurtured by the flavors of farms and home cooking through three generations of his family, laid the foundation for his profound passion for food. Russell began his cooking career later in life, making a decisive step to channel his passion into professional kitchens, where he excelled through his unwavering drive to learn. With the support of seasoned leaders and access to a comprehensive library of Michelin-starred cookbooks, Russell embarked on an exciting journey of experimenting with novel flavors and techniques.

His extensive experience spans the spectrum from fine dining to "meat and threes" and has broadened his horizons, fostering creativity and further knowledge. Today, over 15 years into his culinary journey, Russell stands as the chef and owner of Dot’s Hot Chicken in Fayetteville, Arkansas, a restaurant that has been operational he started in 2017. At Dot's, Russell's culinary priorities are seamlessly integrated -- crafting menus from scratch, using fresh and locally sourced ingredients, and offering unique and truly delectable flavors.   

Alongside Dot's operations, Russell is a member of NOMA Taste Buds, an opportunity offered by the NOMA Projects Program food testing lab. Russell  was invited to Denmark to dine at NOMA and experience the testing lab and kitchen in person, and is currently delving deep into fermentation techniques and innovative ways to use the distinctive flavors derived from the lab. Inventing culinary creations that are both playful and soulful highlight his unique style in the kitchen and showcase his boundless creativity. Get your tickets for Sunday, January 25th below and enjoy a boutique farm to table experience at the Apple Seeds Teaching Farm!

About the Kitchen Table Dinner Series -  Born out of a desire to build a community around great food, Apple Seeds' Kitchen Table Dinner series is designed to recreate the feeling of gathering around a dear friend's table. These dinners aim to bridge the gap often felt between the chef and diners in a typical dining environment, thereby creating a deeper connection to the food on the plate. Through intentional procurement of local, seasonal ingredients, the transparent preparation of the meal, and storytelling by the chef, each plate is transformed from food into an unforgettable dining experience.

Event Details:

Sunday, January 25th | 5:30 pm

Multi-course dinner by Chef Russell Ingram

- Chef will create a fresh, farm to table multi-course meal with seasonal ingredients from the Apple Seeds garden.

- Enjoy drinks and conversation with other guests.

- Join our chef in the kitchen to watch the dinner preparations.

- Share in the farm, food, and good company.

Dinner seating will be inside our cozy kitchen

The dinner takes place at the Apple Seeds' Teaching Farm in Fayetteville, AR.

These dinners are rain or shine.  All Kitchen Table Dinner series events are fundraisers with limited seating; we cannot offer refunds for tickets purchased. 

Your participation in Apple Seeds' events supports our mission to inspire healthy living through garden-based education for students around Northwest Arkansas and beyond!