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Drinks: Every Beverage We Served at Our Inaugural Story Feast Gathering
The Drinks Table: Every Beverage We Served at Our Inaugural Story Feast Gathering
From Brother Justus whiskey to Northstar Kombucha, every beverage at our inaugural Story Feast gathering at St. John's Abbey was local, artisan, and chosen to celebrate Minnesota's makers. Alcoholic and nonalcoholic options, no formal pairings, just great drinks for everyone.
Partner Spotlight: Maine Prairie Studio
Maine Prairie Studio | 1,300 Handmade Pieces for Story Feast | Partner Spotlight
JD and Megan Jorgenson of Maine Prarie Studio created 1,300 original ceramic pieces in 13 glazes for our inaugural gathering, transforming the Story Feast table into a ceramic museum. The story behind the artists.
Brother Aelred Senna: A Years-Long Collaboration
Brother Aelred Senna | The Collaboration Behind Story Feast at St. John's Abbey
A years-long collaboration with Brother Aelred Senna, from Elysian Kitchens to The Splendid Table, culminated in our inaugural Story Feast gathering.
Partner Spotlight: Lift Bridge Brewery
Lift Bridge Brewery | Story Feast Partner Spotlight | St. John's Abbey
Stillwater's first brewery since Prohibition and Minnesota's first taproom. Lift Bridge Brewery brought craft beer to our dinner and their famous root beer to every goody bag.
What's In Your Bag? Our Approach to Goody Bags
What's in the Bag | Story Feast Goody Bags | St. John's Abbey
No junk. No promos. Just high-quality products from the people who made the evening possible: ceramics, honey, baked goods, pickles, kombucha, sparkling beverages, root beer, and more. A look inside the Story Feast goody bag.
Partner Spotlight: TÖST Sparkling NonAlcoholic Beverage
TÖST Nonalcoholic Beverage | Story Feast Partner Spotlight | St. John's Abbey
Nonalcoholic options shouldn't be an afterthought. TÖST, a sparkling beverage made with white tea, cranberry, and ginger, helped us create a table where everyone felt celebrated. Plus we sent the celebration home in every goody bag!
Photographer Spotlight: Bailey Bassen at St. John’s Abbey
Bailey Bassen, Photographer | Story Feast at St. John's Abbey
Bailey Bassen reached out with a generous offer to photograph our inaugural gathering and delivered images that took our breath away. Meet the eye behind the lens.
Partner Spotlight: Milk & Honey Cider At St. John’s Abbey
Milk & Honey Ciders at Story Feast’s Inaugural Event
We picked up kegs, Pommeau, and tulip glasses… and stayed for a cider tasting by the bonfire. A spotlight on Milk & Honey Ciders, our partner at St. John's Abbey.
Partner Spotlight: Northstar Kombucha at St. John’s Abbey
Northstar Kombucha at Story Feast’s Inaugural Event
Northstar Kombucha partnered with Story Feast at our inaugural gathering at St. John's Abbey. Small-batch, organic kombucha brewed in Minnesota.
Recipe: Vespers: A Story Feast Signature Cocktail from Brother Justus Whiskey Founder, Phil Steger
Vespers Cocktail Recipes
A Story Feast signature cocktail recipe by Phil Steger, founder of Brother Justus Whiskey in Minneapolis and host of our cocktail hour at St. John’s Abbey.