Sowing Seeds

Sowing Seeds, Shaping Futures

Saturday December 5th, 2026; 5:30PM

The Edna Lewis Foundation, in collaboration with Café Momentum Pittsburgh, invites you to a special evening of food, storytelling, and a shared understanding that our future is only as strong as the hands it’s passed into.

Edna Lewis Foundation Chairwoman and North America’s Best Female Chef in 2026, Mashama Bailey, alongside Café Momentum Executive Chef, Chef RC, will present a four-course wine dinner inspired by the 50th Anniversary of The Taste of Country Cooking.

This event is made possible by the generous support of Presenting Sponsor UPMC Health Plan and Supporting Sponsor PNC.

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Course 1: Lentil and Scallion Salad with Smoked Hamhock

Course 2: Oyster Stew with Yeast Bread Rolls

Course 3: Braised Muscovy Duck with puree of chestnuts & glazed carrots

Course 4: Apple Pie ala mode

Available dietary accommodations: vegetarian or gluten free (please note at registration)

All ticket sales are 100% tax deductible gifts to Café Momentum Pittsburgh and Edna Lewis Foundation.