Upcoming Events
Food Pop-Up: The Tulip and The Rose Cafe
Join us Saturday 5/23 for the culinary delights of The Tulip and The Rose Cafe, an Ottoman kitchen based in Franklin! Fusing foods from Malaysia, Turkey and India, The Tulip and The Rose will feature dishes like doner, tapas, dips and more! Kick off Memorial Day Weekend with good food, great wine and even better friends!
Heritage Grape Talk with J. Stephen Casscles
Sip and learn about historic heritage grapes with our friend, mentor and author J. Stephen Casscles. Steve has dedicated his life to preserving heritage grape varieties once beloved in New York. His vineyard in the Hudson Valley is home to dozens of nearly-extinct varieties. Steve’s book, Grapes of the Hudson Valley and Other Cool Climate Regions of the United States and Canada, has been an invaluable tool in our winegrowing journey. Get your signed copy on Sunday, June 7th!
Please reserve your spot here. Steve will be sharing a very special taste of some of his early vintages from the 1990s and 2000s. A cheese board will be provided, and other snacks are available for purchase.
Date & Location: Sunday, June 7th, 2:00-5:00pm, 17 Crawford Rd., Walton NY 13856
Food Pop-Up: Catskills Cookin’
Join us Saturday 6/13 as we welcome Catskills Cookin’ to the winery! Chef Dan Romero will be serving up classic fare guaranteed to make your mouth water.
Food Pop-Up: Samosa Shack
This Father’s Day weekend, join us from 1-6pm for delicious dishes from Samosa Shack! Using Hudson Valley farm fresh seasonal ingredients, Samosa Shack puts a global artisanal twist on the ever popular Indian street treat.
Music Pop-Up: Catskills Old-Time Music
Catskills Old-Time Music is a community-based jam band based in the Catskill Mountains of New York. They will be playing Appalachian string band music at the winery to kick off Father’s Day weekend!
Food Pop-Up: Zoesan Sushi
Join us on Saturday, June 27th from 1-6pm for ZOESAN SUSHI!! Based in Walton, Chef Zoe loves to create fresh, handcrafted sushi and Asian-inspired treats. From handmade rolls to delicate sashimi, stop by for your sushi fix!
Food Pop-Up: Tara's Pizza Kitchen
Join us this Fourth of July for a pizza extravaganza! Chef Tara Hall will be firing up her ovens for a day of cheesy paradise. Spend the day enjoying the mountain views with a slice and glass of wine at your side!
Food Pop-Up: Ty's Tacoria
Join us Saturday 7/11 for Ty’s Tacoria as they whip up a slate of fun, fresh tacos and sides that will have you doubling back for more!
Food Pop-Up: Tara's Pizza Kitchen
Join us August 22nd for a pizza extravaganza! Chef Tara Hall will be firing up her ovens for a day of cheesy paradise. Spend the day enjoying the mountain views with a slice and glass of wine at your side!
Cocktail Astrology! (Limited tickets!)
What does your cocktail say about you? Join us at dear native grapes, for an evening of Cocktail Astrology! Come clink glasses with neighbors, new friends and old.
Reserve your spot, and upon arrival, answer a few cryptic questions to unlock your liquid destiny. Your guide, Andes local and performer Wil Petre, will be behind the bar crafting bespoke concoctions featuring the finest New York State wines and spirits. Come thirsty for insight.
Your ticket includes an astrological reading and a signature sip of your destined drink. If the stars align, you can purchase your custom cocktail at the bar. Pair your beverage with delectable dishes by The Tulip and The Rose who will be onsite all evening.
Location: dear native grapes, 17 Crawford Rd, Walton, NY 13856
Date: Friday, May 22nd from 6:30pm - 10pm
Make-Your-Own-Picnic
Make your own picnic this Saturday! Our little corner grocery is fully stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, fresh baked goodies and tons of other fun snacks!
Join us for a cozy day at the winery :)
Food Pop-Up: KING’S
This Saturday May 9th, we’re so excited to bring back Chefs Xander Perez and Antoinette King, of KING’S in Franklin! Serving up mouthwatering Middle Eastern dishes, Xander and Antoinette will be popping up from 1-6pm!
The atmosphere will accompanied with live music by the incomparable Rosè Noire.
Come celebrate moms, mother figures, mentors, aunties, grandmothers, and anyone who nurtures this Mother’s Day weekend <3
Make-Your-Own-Picnic
Make your own picnic this Saturday! Our little corner grocery is fully stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, fresh baked goodies and tons of other fun snacks!
Join us for a cozy day at the winery :)
Food Pop-Up: Pizza by Strickland Hollow
Chef Jerry Pellegrino of Strickland Hollow Distillery will be crafting artisanal pizzas for your culinary pleasure!
Lebanese Dinner (Limited Seating)
We’re so excited to partner with KING'S in Franklin, NY to host an exclusive Lebanese feast curated by Chef Xander Perez. Join us for a multi-course culinary journey, starting with a vibrant mezze platter. The evening continues with a centerpiece of beef and chicken kafta, served alongside fragrant rice, warm pita, fresh tabbouleh, and cooling tzatziki.
The atmosphere will accompanied with live music by the incomparable Rosè Noire. We’ll finish on a sweet note with a fragrant orange blossom cake paired with cardamom ice cream.
Location and start time: April 24th, 6:00pm,17 Crawford Rd, Walton NY 13856
*Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions. Tickets refundable up to 4 days before the event.
Book Reading and Conversation
Our dear friend and author, Anne Elizabeth Moore, founder of Tinkertown Provisions presents an evening of reading and conversation with Rebecca Novack, author of the hottest of hot-selling novel Murder Bimbo, and Megan Milks, author of the incomparable memoir-in-essays Mega Milk. Following their performances, Anne will lead the two authors in a discussion of their works and various other topics. Books available for purchase from Diamond Hollow Books. Food will be available for purchase on site. See you there!!
Food Pop-Up: Eve's Empanadas
Join us Saturday, April 18th from 12-7pm for Eve’s Empanadas! Prepared and cooked by Eve herself, each empanada style is inspired by Eve’s Argentinian roots.
Filipinx Adobo Pop-up
Chef’s Rafa and Kelin live in Stamford, NY and run ‘Sumpa Kita’ a food pop-up that draws on Rafa’s Filipino roots. On Saturday they will be cooking up a coconut pork adobo over saffron rice, as well as a veggie mushroom coconut adobo. Stop by to taste their delicious dishes!
Greek Dinner Party! (Limited Seating)
dear native grapes, and Cafe Mutsi are teaming up for a Greek-inspired dinner party at dear native grapes' winery in Walton on Friday, April 3rd!
Chef Nicole Bassis of Cafe Mutsi brings together the Greek flavors she grew up with from her father’s side of the family — soulful, slow-cooked dishes layered with bright herbs, citrus, olive oil, and spice. This menu is a modern, seasonal take on the kinds of meals meant to be shared: breaking bread, passing plates, dipping, noshing, laughing, and clinking glasses around the table.
Wine, beer and other beverage options will be available à la carte.
Location and start time: April 3rd, 6:00pm, 17 Crawford Rd, Walton NY 13856
*Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions, as we may be able to make some substitutions. This meal contains dairy. Tickets refundable up to 4 days before the event.
CLOSED. See you next weekend!
We’ll be closed on Saturday, March 28th to visit family. We’ll see you next weekend!
Make-Your-Own-Picnic
Make your own picnic this Saturday! Our little corner grocery is fully stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, fresh baked goodies and tons of other fun snacks!
Join us for a cozy day at the winery :)
Live Irish Tunes & Irish Dishes
Join us for an early St. Patrick’s Day celebration at the winery on Saturday March 14th! Local Seisiún Trio, with Jean Withrow on concertina, Jim Haggerty on flute and whistle, and Kathy Shimberg on fiddle, are three friends who have enjoyed playing music in the Irish tradition together for nearly 20 years in casual “sessions” both at home and in community gathering places around Delaware, Otsego, and Chenango Counties. They will play a selection of traditional Irish dance tunes, including reels, jigs, hornpipes and waltzes. Impromptu Irish dancing will be welcomed!
Hearty Irish dishes, catered by Tiny’s Sandwich in Hamden, NY, will be available all day!
Make Your Own Picnic
Make your own picnic this Saturday! Our little corner grocery is fully stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, fresh baked goodies and tons of other fun snacks!
Join us for a cozy day at the winery :)
Make Your Own Picnic
Make your own picnic this Saturday! Our little corner grocery is fully stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, fresh baked goodies and tons of other fun snacks!
Join us for a cozy day at the winery :)
Make Your Own Picnic
Make your own picnic this Saturday! Our little corner grocery is fully stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, fresh baked goodies and tons of other fun snacks!
Join us for a cozy day at the winery :)
Valentine’s Music Pop-Up: Autumn Reprise
Join us on Saturday 2/14 for the musical stylings of Autumn Reprise, as they fill the winery with some romantic tunes for all to enjoy!
From New York’s Capital Region, with roots in the Catskills and Long Island, comes musical duo Autumn Reprise. Dara (viola/guitar/vocals) has been playing viola for over 30 years, performing with orchestras and chamber ensembles throughout the Capital District and the foothills of the Catskill Mountains. Gary (piano/keyboard) has over 20 years of experience playing piano and is a hobbyist songwriter. Dara and Gary bring together a blend of folk, classical, pop, and rock genres, as well as original pieces.
Valentine’s Food Pop-Up: Catskills Cookin
Cozy up with us this Valentine’s Day as we welcome Catskills Cookin to the winery! Chef Dan Romero will be turning up the heat with a menu of pozole guaranteed to warm your soul.
Valentine's Chocolate Truffle Pairing
What’s Valentine’s Day without some chocolate?!? We’ll have an assortment of handmade truffles courtesy of 607 Sweets for you to enjoy alongside your glass of wine. These sweets are the perfect treat to share with loved ones. Plus, we’ll have a few boxed sets to take home ;)
Valentine’s Eve Dinner! (Limited seating)
dear native grapes, Outerspace and Delaware Phoenix Distillery are teaming up again for a cozy Valentine’s Day dinner party at dear native grapes' winery in Walton on Friday, February 13th.
Chef Leila Nations will be serving a four course meal that celebrates her Iranian roots as well as uplifts local farms. The first three meals can be paired with natural wines made by dear native grapes and the dessert course can be accompanied by an absinthe digestif from Delaware Phoenix Distillery.
Come with friends and meet new ones as we eat family style! Limited seating available.
*This meal includes dairy, gluten and meat.
Optional wine pairing includes 2 glasses of wine plus 1 absinthe digestif for an additional $30.
Additional à la carte wine and beverages can be purchased at the bar at any time.
Winter Hiatus
dear native grapes, will be taking a short hiatus in January as we dream up future events, plan new food pop-ups and make more wine! We will be closed from January 1st to February 12th. We’ll reopen with a bang Valentine’s Day weekend!
Make Your Own Picnic (CLOSED DUE TO WINTER STORM. Stay safe!)
Make your own picnic this Saturday! Our little corner grocery is fully stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, fresh baked goodies and tons of other fun snacks! As a plus, we’ll be serving some savory hand pies courtesy of Cafe Mutsi!
Join us for a cozy day at the winery :)
Tiny's Raw Bar Afternoon
On Sunday Dec 21st, we are opening the winery doors for a special collaboration with Tiny’s, featuring Chef Antonio Mora and Christian Harder. Together, we’ll be shucking oysters, slinging wine and savoring the peak of the holiday season!
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Delaware Opportunities Holiday Cheer Fundraiser Campaign.
Make Your Own Picnic
Make your own picnic this Saturday! Our little corner grocery is fully stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, fresh baked goodies and tons of other fun snacks! As a plus, we’ll be serving some savory hand pies courtesy of Cafe Mutsi!
Join us for a cozy day at the winery :)
Holiday Music Pop-Up: Autumn Reprise
Join us on Saturday 12/13 for the musical stylings of Autumn Reprise, as they fill the winery with holiday music for all to enjoy!
From New York’s Capital Region, with roots in the Catskills and Long Island, comes musical duo Autumn Reprise. Dara (viola/guitar/vocals) has been playing viola for over 30 years, performing with orchestras and chamber ensembles throughout the Capital District and the foothills of the Catskill Mountains. Gary (piano/keyboard) has over 20 years of experience playing piano and is a hobbyist songwriter. Dara and Gary bring together a blend of folk, classical, pop, and rock genres, as well as original pieces.
Food Pop-Up: Eve's Empanadas
Join us Saturday, December 13th from 1-5pm for Eve’s Empanadas! Prepared and cooked by Eve herself, each empanada style is inspired by Eve’s Argentinian roots.
Make Your Own Picnic
Make your own picnic this Saturday! Our little corner grocery is fully stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, fresh baked goodies and tons of other fun snacks! As a plus, we’ll be serving some savory hand pies courtesy of Cafe Mutsi!
Join us for a cozy day at the winery :)
Food Pop-Up: Zoesan Dumplings
Join us on Saturday, November 29th from 12-5pm for ZOESAN dumplings!! Based in Walton, Chef Zoe loves to create fresh, Asian-inspired treats. Stop by for your dumpling fix!
Boozy Book Fair!
Our friends from The Lost Bookshop will be taking over the tap room and transforming our space into a literary oasis! Stop by on November 22nd to peruse the shelves, find new reads and sip on some vino in the process! We’ll also have local cookbook author Courtney Wade popping up that day with both savory and sweet bites for sale. This BOOZY BOOK FAIR is a free event, so come on by and let your inner bookworm shine.
Make Your Own Picnic
Make your own picnic this Saturday! Our little corner grocery is fully stocked with local cheeses, charcuterie, fresh baked goodies and tons of other fun snacks! As a plus, we’ll be serving some mouthwatering focaccia sandwiches courtesy of Cafe Mutsi!
Join us for a cozy day at the winery :)