Food and Drink Events to Celebrate Flavors of Salem

Bring your appetite. These food and drink events celebrate the flavors of Salem all summer long.

Partake in a Tasting

From winemaker dinners featuring valley vineyards to guided spirit tastings paired with chef-crafted menus, Cozy Taberna’s culinary events offer a delicious way to sip, savor, and discover something new throughout the summer (and fall). See what’s ahead at thecozytaberna.com 

Enjoy a Rare Sip

Evesham Wood marks its 40th anniversary with a rare vertical tasting of historic Le Puits Sec Pinot Noirs and a family-style dinner by chef Mia Ponzi of Sosta House. Jul 18 at Evesham Wood & Haden Fig, 3795 Wallace Rd NW. Get your tickets at eveshamwood.com 

Dine Under the Full Moon

Vine to Glass Farm-to-Table Dinners pair a five-course seasonal menu by James Beard-nominated Chef Jonathan Jones with estate wines, served by candlelight in the tasting barn. Jul 29, Aug 28 and Sep 26 at Vitae Springs Vineyard and Winery, 3675 Vitae Springs Rd S. vitaesprings.com 

Feast from Farm to Fork

Pull up a chair in the orchard. E.Z. Orchards’ Farm to Fork Dinner pairs the bounty of the Willamette Valley with an unforgettable setting, bringing guests together for a multi-course meal among the apple trees. Local chefs, seasonal ingredients, and thoughtfully selected beverage pairings come together for a distinctive dining experience. Jul 25 and Aug 8 at EZ Orchards, 5504 Hazelgreen Rd NE. ezorchards.com 

Savor Cheesesteak Friday

Chef Jon is firing up the grill for his signature Cheesesteak Friday. An ode to his childhood growing up in Pennsylvania, these sammies are the real deal. With gluten-free and vegetarian options, there’s something delicious for everyone to enjoy. Aug 21 at Bryn Mawr Vineyards, 5935 Bethel Heights Road NW. Reservations required. Click here to make yours.

Gather for Peak Harvest

This six-course wine-and-food pairing, in partnership with James Beard-nominated Chef Jonathan Jones, is inspired by a seasonal wine flight and evolves with the seasons and months, depending on the Peak Harvest. Aug 7 and Sep 11 at Bryn Mawr Vineyards, 5935 Bethel Heights Rd NW. Click here for tickets.

This story is part of 100 Things to Do in Salem this Summer from Press Play Salem issue 28 (Summer 2026)

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Author: The Instigator