You may have noticed — September is loaded with food festivals, and one of our favorites, Picnic in the Alley, returns Saturday in a new environment.
😋 What is Picnic in the Alley?
”Picnic in the Alley is by women for everyone,” says co-founder Jolene Mannina. “It started in 2019 as a way to bring women in the community together to support and uplift each other … and it's evolved over the years.”
Guests receive a tasting glass and get to sample food and cocktails from some of the best women chefs and bartenders in town. You can also check out art installations and the Chat Room for compelling, in-person conversations.
🌳 A Change of Scenery
For the first time ever, Picnic in the Alley comes to GreenGale Farms, transplanting the event from its usual Downtown location to the Northwest Valley. The event space, which also has an animal sanctuary on property, is a lush green environment with meadows and an olive grove. “It’s a beautiful setting for Las Vegas,” Mannina says. “It takes you out of the desert.”
👀 What Else is New?
First-timers this year include Tacotarian, Jardin, the Summit Club, and Dustland. Mannina is resurrecting her Omakase Cantina (a former foodie attraction at Life is Beautiful) for Picnic in the Alley, inviting guests to sit down for four courses of small bites in a collaboration between Sarah Thompson of Casa Playa and Gina Marinelli of Harlo and La Strega.
👍 Food with a Purpose
Tickets are $150 with entry at 6:30 p.m. All profit benefits the Women’s Hospitality Initiative. “The mission is accelerating development and advancement of women leaders in the hospitality industry,” Mannina says.
