Oyster Fest

Celebrating 17 years of MAX CHEF TO FARM!
LOCAL | SUSTAINABLE | CONNECTICUT GROWN

The Max Chef to Farm dinner series is an opportunity for guests to enjoy the freshest foods and produce in the sublime beauty of Rosedale Farms & Vineyards. Each dinner is cooked from scratch and showcases the best ingredients, which are sourced from local farmers, fishermen, and food artisans. Our menus vary and are dependent on the day's harvest and the inspiration of the Chef.


Prepare yourself for an incredible dining experience with the most local, fresh, and flavorful foods.

 

Max's Oyster Fest

 

Max Chef to Farm brings you our annual Oysterfest at Rosedale Farms & Vineyards in Simsbury, CT featuring Chefs Hunter Morton and Steve Michalewicz of Max Catering and Events.

 

LIVE MUSIC BY LIL’  CHRIS & MIKE RUSSO

 

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2, 2026

 

ADULTS | $89

Includes a raw bar featuring a choice selection of East Coast oysters, Cherrystone and Littleneck clams, plus a variety of oyster specialties, including Oysters Rockefeller, the Savoy Roadshow, and much more.

 

KIDS 12 & UNDER | $15

Includes hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries, cookies and lemonade.

 

CASH BAR

Includes local craft beers, specialty cocktails, and wines from Rosedale Vineyards.

(credit cards are also accepted)

 

TWO SEATINGS | 12:30PM OR 2:30PM

 

FEATURED OYSTERS

Pearly White | Narragansett, RI

Ninigret Nectar |Charlestown, RI

Sherwood Island | Westport, CT

Tilghman Island | Maryland

Noank | Connecticut

Onset | Buzzards Bay, MA

Blackstone Point | Damariscotta, ME

East Beach Blonde | Charlestown, RI

Wild Goose | Narragansett, RI

Rome Point | N. Kingstown, RI

….and

Bloom Brothers Clams | Norwalk, CT

 

ALSO FEATURING

BLT’s featuring Rosedale Farms Tomatoes

Clam Fritters

Tuna Tacos

BBQ Beef Brisket Sliders

Rosedale Farms Sweet Corn Chowder

Dessert Station

 

BUT WAIT, THERE’S MORE!

The Savoy Roadshow will also be on-site serving delicious specialty pizzas.

 

~menu subject to change~

 

PURCHASE TICKETS TODAY AND GET TRIPLE MAX VANTAGE POINTS!

 

SEATING IS LIMITED

 

 

ALL OYSTER SHELLS WILL BE DONATED TO CORR

Collective Oyster Recycling & Restoration is an environmental non-profit organization dedicated to supporting shellfish restoration projects in Long Island Sound.

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The ticket price is $89 for adults and $15 for children under 12, not including booking fees and state sales taxes.

All dietary needs must be communicated upon purchase. If you surprise us with a food restriction upon your arrival, we will do our best to accommodate you, but we may not have the resources available.


We apologize, but Rosedale Farms is unable to accept Max Vantage dollars or gift cards for ticket purchases.


Please review our refund and cancellation policy before purchasing tickets.