Giving Back to Our City in 2020
Giving back to our community has been a part of our DNA from day one. This month, we share with you the organizations we partnered with in 2020 and take a look at our Holiday initiative with Second Harvest Food Bank.
Giving back to our community has been a part of our DNA from day one. This year, more than ever, partnering with different local organizations to provide meals and monetary donations to the city and people of Knoxville, became our focus. And in hindsight, even during a season where giving back seemed more complex than ever...we found a way.
Like everything, the burden is lighter when you find like-minded people and organizations to come alongside you. Amidst the unknown, here's a snapshot of the amazing organizations we partnered with in 2020…
How we impacted our city
For our July 8th Castle and Key Cocktail Class, we donated a portion of ticket sale proceeds to The Women LLC of Knoxville.
Throughout quarantine, we were able to help prepare and distribute over 500 meals for the essential workers.
For the past 3 years, we have been able to make a donation to Nourish Knoxville. And even though COVID put a huge halt in the way we have been involved previously, especially with our beloved farmers market, we are looking forward to 2021 when we can partner again!
How you can help us provide 1,500 meals in the month of December
We couldn’t end this year without another amazing Holiday initiative. For the past 3 years, we have offered our gift card promotion around the holidays and this year we are bringing it back with an exciting addition.
We are teaming up with Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee and for every $100 gift card purchased, we will be donating 15 hot meals to our community. Through this partnership, we are setting a goal of providing 1,500 meals to Knoxville residents by December 24th, 2020. We know we can do it! To show our gratitude, when you purchase a $100 gift card, you’ll also receive a $15 bonus gift card.
How to purchase a gift card...
· You can visit us at Oliver Royale and purchase a card in person.
· You can also call us at 865-622-6434, and order a gift card that can be mailed to you at no extra cost.
We are excited to see the impact this promotion will bring to our community. Help us make a difference this holiday season in the fight against hunger in Knoxville!
We’re REAL Certified!
Over the past year Oliver Royale has made it it’s mission to be a leader in the restaurant industry while focusing on creating locally sourced menus, supporting our surrounding community, and promoting health and sustainability in everything we do!
In March of 2017 we received notice that Oliver Royale was awarded the Snail of Approval which honors local restaurants and food businesses that exemplify the principles of Slow Food and contribute to the quality, authenticity, and sustainability of food in our community.
This year we’re proud to announce that Oliver Royale is now REAL Certified!
Following an in-detail audit for healthful and sustainable practice, Oliver Royale has been nationally recognized by the REAL trust-mark for restaurants and food service providers that are committed to promoting health and sustainability within the industry. This certification means that we stand out from others in the industry for our REAL food practices. You, our community and customers, are playing a part in the growing health of not only our diners, but also our nation.
In order to achieve this recognition, Oliver Royale opened its kitchen to a full-scale audit, conducted by a REAL Certified Registered Dietitian. We knew that walking the walk was critical in indicating our commitment to transparency within the food service world but also to our patrons here at home.
In qualifying for REAL certification, Oliver Royale ranks in the top 25% of restaurants nationwide, for our commitment to serving high-quality REAL food. We also meet the following prerequisites:
- Having a vegetarian entrée on the menu, or clearly stating that a vegetarian substitution can be made at no additional cost.
Not cooking or baking with any hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated oil or fat.
Having a menu comprised of entrées that provide a full serving of fresh produce.
Here are some of the specific ways in which Oliver Royale further supports the health of its dining community:
Our food preparation is exceptional, largely because of our focus on cooking in-house from scratch, our use of plant-based oils, and our incorporation of healthy cooking practices.
Our commitment to ingredient quality is significant, particularly in these categories: sustainably sourced produce, regionally sourced organic chicken, and sustainable seafood.
We minimize environmental impact through the following sustainability measures: Snail of Approval certification.
As far as we’re concerned, a win for us is a win for Knoxville! We couldn’t do it without YOU! Cheers to attaining our next best! Keep an eye out for our Spring Menu - debuting soon!
Fall is in the Air at Oliver Royale
It’s that time of year again! Leaves are changing; there’s a comfortable chill in the air; and pumpkins are slowly popping up on doorsteps. And you know what that means - a menu change is happening at Oliver Royale!
We are excited for the new Fall menu to debut! With every season, we change products and techniques used and introduce new local farms and products. We are getting ready for meaty additions like braised and confit meats with rich, bold flavors, shanks and short ribs, beets, bourbon, and baked goods.
And that’s not all! We are expecting exciting things on the horizon, so check in often on our Facebook and Instagram channels. You won’t want to miss our collaboration with Sazerac for our very first bourbon dinner (buy your tickets here!), and another wine dinner experience in October. Join our email list or follow along on social media and our blog for more details!
As always, we continue to strive for creativity and innovation while thoughtfully sourcing local and seasonal ingredients - so stay hungry, Friends! Happy Fall!
