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Ngeni - African Safari Dinner

Saturday, November 14 · 4-8:30 p.m. · The College Grove Farm

4-8:30 p.m.
When
  • Saturday, November 14 · 4-8:30 p.m.
Where
The College Grove Farm6622 Arno-College Grove Road · College Grove, TN · 37046
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$18521+Outdoors

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About this event

Ngeni: An African Safari Dinner Experience

Journey through the heart of Africa, right under the open sky.

Gather around the crackling bonfire for an unforgettable five-course culinary journey crafted by acclaimed South African chefs Roelien Olivier and Suzanne Macleod , alongside their exceptional international team. Set at a long communal table surrounded by nature, this immersive evening pairs authentic South African cuisine with exquisite South African wine pairings and specialty beverages by our South African Wine distributor. Who will tell you all the hidden stories behind these South African wineries and their wines.

Enjoy a fun cocktail hour, artisan demonstrations and lose yourself in the rhythms of a live performances by the Africa Nashville Dancers . Whether it's your first time exploring South African culture or your hundredth, you'll feel completely at home around our table.

• Date: 14 November 2026

• Schedule: Welcome 4pm l Cocktail hour begins at 4:15 PM | Dinner served at 5:30 PM (concluding by ~8:30 PM).

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s included?

A multi-course live-fire dinner, curated wine pairings/tastings, cocktail hour, surrounding fire pits, live performances from the African Nashville Dancers.

How is seating arranged?

Seating is communal at a long, shared table designed to make everyone—South African or not—feel right at home. If you are purchasing tickets separately but would like to sit with friends, just let us know in advance!

Is this a 21+ event?

Yes, all guests must be 21 or older.

What should I wear?

Elevated casual attire suitable for outdoor terrain. Because the venue is an active farm, please wear sturdy, comfortable shoes. We also recommend bringing a warm layer for when the sun goes down and the evening cools off.

What if it rains?

In the event of inclement weather, the dinner will be rescheduled to a later date.

What about parking?

You will be guided to the parking area upon arrival, followed by a short, scenic walk through the trees to the dinner setting.

Can dietary restrictions be accommodated?

Due to the communal and open-air field-kitchen nature of the dinner, we cannot accommodate all dietary restrictions. However, we will make every effort to accommodate vegetarian requests and allergies notified in advance. Please reach out to info@thehummingbirdestate.com prior to purchasing tickets to discuss available options so we can thoughtfully pair our menu with the evening.

What is the refund policy?

All sales and dates are final and non-refundable. Sales tax and a service charge will be added to your final purchase.

For safety purposes:

Please note that this is a smoke/vape free event with no firearms permitted at this event. Due to being on a full operational farm we ask for no pets to attend and for you to be aware of uneven surroundings. attending this event at own risk. We make sure to have all precautions in place to keep our guests safe and looked after.

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