LOCAVORE

The word “carnivore” is familiar, often used to describe predatory wolves, and sausage-laden pizzas. But “locavore”? It is a new one--proclaimed word of the year for 2007 by the New Oxford American Dictionary--and it means someone who prefers to eat food that is locally grown.

Perhaps no one in our community exemplifies this new, yet quite old “trend,” better than the hosts of this event, University of Tennessee professors who personally champion the joys and benefits of organic farming and edible landscaping at their home.

Salads from fresh garden produce, homemade bread from home-ground flour, local cheeses and wine are on the menu. Dedicated gourmands and innovative gardeners alike will not dare to miss this delightful afternoon at the couple’s beautiful ridge top home in East Knoxville overlooking magnificent vistas of the Holston River Valley and the Smokies.

Hosts: Lydia Pulsipher and Mac Goodwin

The 2008 series of Secret Garden Parties are held at gardens that have never been open to visitors for our benefit before. All garden parties are fund-raising events and proceeds go directly to the University of Tennessee Gardens. All costs of events are borne by the hosts and sponsors, without whom these events would not be possible.

$40 per person

Reservations can be made by sending the order form by mail with check or by Pay Pal online at www.friendsoftheutgardens.org. Tickets are strictly limited in number.