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Taste of the Town 2025

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Join us for the 39th Annual Taste of the Town at The Hilton Hotel Mayo Clinic Area. Enjoy delicious food in support of The Salvation Army Good Samaritan Health Clinic, and in celebration of the Good Sam's 30 year anniversary in Olmsted County!

This year's keynote speaker will be Dr. John G. Park, Critical Care Specialist, Pulmonologist, and Sleep Medicine Specialist at Mayo Clinic. 

This year's menu: 

Melon Bruschetta, juicy melon meets crisp toasted bread, balanced with savory accompaniments for the perfect spring starter

Feta & Spinach Pinwheels, flaky, buttery puff pastry swirled with a rich blend of spinach, tangy feta, and melty mozzarella. Bite-sized and bursting with flavor

Spring Mix Salad, a medley of spring mix greens paired with crispy chèvre medallions, crunchy asparagus, peppery radishes, sweet peas, and fresh mint,  drizzled with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette for a balanced flavor profile

Signature ground chuck, brisket and short rib meatloaf with morel mushroom Gravy

Cornish game hen topped with a pan jus

Garlic mashed potatoes and green beans 

Black Forest Cake, an indulgent classic featuring moist chocolate cake layered with white chocolate mousse, sweet spiked cherries, and fluffy whipped cream

Pineapple Rum Cake, a tropical delight with spiced cake infused with dark rum, fresh macerated pineapple, and cherries, topped with a luscious pineapple rum glaze and whipped cream

For any questions about this year's event, please call 507-288-3663 ext 3802, or email Rebecca.Snapp@usc.SalvationArmy.org.