We were so excited to be a part of PiggyPalooza that took place at our sister venue The Historic Wakefield Barn on Thursday, October 24, 2019. We would like to thank everyone who came out to this amazing evening that was filled with incredible food, wine, and a genuine desire to support the work of the Frankie Lemmon School & Developmental Center. We would also like to thank Triangle Wine Experience for hosting such an fun event for a good cause. Check some of the photos below from the Triangle Wine Experience Facebook page. Be sure to follow them for more!
About PiggyPalooza 2019
Thursday, October 24th, 2019, was the swine-est day of the year at the newly restored Wakefield Barn! What made PiggyPalooza so fun? Well, of course, it starts with the food…
- Sam Jones of Sam Jones BBQ and James Beard Award winner pitmaster Rodney Scott of Rodney Scott’s BBQ out of Charleston provided the perspective on what makes great BBQ.
- Duskie Estes, The Queen of Pork and Food Network’s creator of Black Pig Bacon & Waffles, flew in from Sonoma to prepare the feast.
- Mulino’s own Samad Hachby brought cuisine to surprise and delight.
- Locals Seafood, always a crowd favorite, served their delicious oysters as an appetizer.
Let’s not forget what makes the night meaningful, wine and tequila! Triangle Wine Experience brought their “A Game” for this party, we’re talking the triumvirate…
- Steve Reynolds of Reynolds Family Winery
- Guy Davis of Davis Family Vineyards
- Michael Browne of CIRQ
Entertainment was provided by the Jordan Lake Swimmers, a new time string band that plays Americana style music.
All Proceeds Benefitted the Frankie Lemon School & Developmental Center
The Frankie Lemmon School and Developmental Center provides life-changing education and support that leads to successful participation in family and community life and achievement of the child’s full potential. Learn more at FrankieLemmonSchool.org.
About Triangle Wine & Food Experience
Triangle Wine and Food Experience (TWFE) is a world-class charity wine and food event in Raleigh, NC which attracts thousands of participants who share a love of fine wine, great food, and a charitable spirit. TWFE is the primary source of funding for the Frankie Lemmon School & Developmental Center. In 2019, TWFE raised over $2.35 million for the School. The event takes place the first weekend in February each year and draws some of the world’s best wineries and the Triangle’s best restaurants and chefs. Learn more at and check out their other upcoming events at TriangleWineExperience.org.
Interested in Hosting Your Next Event at The Historic Wakefield Barn?
Schedule a tour to explore this one-of-a-kind venue in Wake Forest. Mulino is the exclusive caterer for the Wakefield Barn, so you already know the food is going to be great! Visit HistoricWakefieldBarn.com.
