NEWSLETTER
Lakeside Picnic Fundraiser to Highlight Elevated Meat Products with Five Opportunities to Win Extensive Packages Furnished by Palmer Food Services
CANANDAIGUA, N.Y. (May 7, 2026) – Kick off the unofficial start of summer on Sunday, May 31 at Hotel Canandaigua Tapestry Collection by Hilton with an unforgettable afternoon of smoke, sizzle and lakeside views at the first-annual Certified Angus Beef® Bash event presented by Nolan’s Catering. From 1-4 pm guests are invited to sample an array of BBQ-forward plates highlighting Certified Angus Beef® cuts furnished by Palmer Food Services, partake in five, extensive meat raffle packages to benefit The Spot, all while embracing the indie-style country sounds by local musician Claudia Hoyser.
What to Expect
- Watch chefs in action run by the culinary direction of Nolan’s Catering Executive Chef John Palmeri as they carve and serve a variety of expertly prepared Certified Angus Beef® cuts, straight from the grill.
- Enjoy a spread of summer cookout classics, smoky flavors, and chef-crafted sides that pair perfectly with all of the beef dishes planned, including a special Smokehouse station led by Executive Chef Garrette Gray of The Lake House on Canandaigua
- Listen to the indie-style country sounds of Claudia Hoyser who’s set to perform the perfect soundtrack for an afternoon of great food and good company from 1-3 pm
- Enter to win premium cuts of Certified Angus Beef® meat raffle packages, raffled periodically between Claudia’s set for attendees to have up to five attempts to win!
- The five, meat raffle packages include - (The Steakhouse Classic, The Chef’s Table Collection, The Coastal Reserve, The Entertainer’s Reserve, The Lake Front Grand Reserve Experience)
- All cooling take home bags to be furnished by Palmer Foods
Admission to this event is $20 per person (plus tax and fees) that includes access to all food stations. For attendees that would like to purchase alcoholic beverages, an on-site bar is accessible for guests 21yrs+ as drinks are a la carte. Scoop’s Ice Cream will also be offering up sweets and treats on-site for an additional charge. This event is open to all ages, and for all ticket sales and meat raffle fundraising generated, proceeds will benefit The Spot.
To learn more about Certified Angus Beef® Bash and to view a more detailed meat raffle package overview and foods offered at each station, visit the event link here. To follow along to updates leading up to the main event, visit the Facebook event here.
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ABOUT NOLAN’S CATERING
Nolan’s Catering is a division of Nolan’s on Canandaigua Lake, The Fallbrook House at Canandaigua Country Club and Hotel Canandaigua, Tapestry by Hilton, serving up its exceptional signature dishes and elevated special events to Canandaigua, The Finger Lakes and beyond. Led by local hospitality visionaries Nick Violas and Guy Violas, co-owners of Nolan’s on Canandaigua Lake and operators at The Fallbrook House, their passion for quality food and customer service continue to allow this portfolio to achieve “above and beyond” standards for all catering operations. For more information and to learn more about Nolan’s Catering, visit their website here for more details.
ABOUT HOTEL CANANDAIGUA
Hotel Canandaigua, Tapestry by Hilton is a premier lakeside resort located in the heart of the Finger Lakes region, along the northern shore of Canandaigua Lake. With its awe-inspiring views, exceptional accommodations, contemporary American restaurant, and extensive event facilities, the hotel offers a perfect fusion of tranquility and pleasure. Whether for leisure or special occasions, Hotel Canandaigua is committed to delivering unforgettable experiences and exceptional service throughout the year. To stay tuned to all of their latest news and updates, follow them on Facebook and Instagram. For more information or to make a reservation, please contact 1-800-Hiltons (1-800-445-8667) or visit their website for more details.
ABOUT THE SPOT
The Spot is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit that provides free food, clothing, school supplies, and personal care items to students in the Canandaigua and Victor school districts. Their signature program, SpotMart, consists of school-based food pantries that deliver 20-pound bags of non-perishable food monthly to children in need. They currently feed over 240 students each month, assist more than 800 students with back-to-school supplies annually, and fulfill over 500 requests from teachers and social workers each year. For more information and to learn more about The Spot, visit their website here for more details.
ABOUT CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF®
The original Angus beef brand. Based in Wooster, Ohio and owned by family farmers and ranchers, we’re more than just Angus beef. Only the very best makes our cut. We set strict standards to certify every bite is tender, juicy and full of flavor, whether you’re cooking at home or dining at the best steakhouse. It’s why we’re the world’s most trusted beef brand and have been since 1978. For more information, visit CertifiedAngusBeef.com, follow the brand on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and LinkedIn.
ABOUT PALMER FOOD SERVICES
Palmer Food Services is a fifth-generation, family-owned and operated, wholesale food service distributor based in Rochester, NY. As one of the nation’s oldest food service providers, Palmer Foods is dedicated to providing independent restaurateurs and institutions with the finest quality products and services available in the marketplace. For more information, and to learn more about Palmer Food Services, visit their website here for more details.