The Rancher's Table: Inside Fall Feast
Every September, Snake River Farms gathers a select group for an experience few have ever seen firsthand. The annual gathering is called Fall Feast — part culinary retreat, part reunion. Over two days, Team SRF — made up of chefs, partners and friends — reconnects and deepens their connection to Snake River Farms.
In 2025, the event included a visit to the source of our American Wagyu: the Double R Ranch in the Okanogan region of Washington. It was a unique opportunity for Team SRF to sit down at the rancher's table.
First Stop: Seattle's Pike Place Market
The adventure began in Seattle with a visit to Pike Place Market. For many in the group, it was their first time at the historic waterfront destination. The team explored the market, sampled fresh fruit, artisan foods and incredible seafood — and got to witness the iconic fish toss.
"Memories were made as Team SRF toured the downtown area and the fish market. We sampled all kinds of fresh fruit, artisan foods, incredible seafood and got to witness the iconic fish toss." — Mandy Tanner
Dinner at The Metropolitan Grill
Seattle's legendary Metropolitan Grill has long been a showcase for Snake River Farms beef. For Team SRF, dinner here was both a celebration and an inspiration — the chance to experience the product they work with all year, prepared by one of the country's most respected steakhouses.
"After the buzz and energy of downtown Seattle, ending our first day at The Met was perfection — sharing great steaks in a classic restaurant with the SRF team." — Kelly Cahoon
Learn what makes our American Wagyu different from any other beef → Wagyu vs Kobe Beef: What's the Difference?
Second Stop: The Double R Ranch, Loomis, Washington
The next morning, the group headed north to the Double R Ranch in Loomis, Washington. Surrounded by mountains and forests, the scale and beauty of the ranch slowly revealed itself. Ranch Manager Kent Clark guided the team through the pastures, offering a firsthand look at the care, science and dedication behind raising world-class beef.
"The scenic landscape with green pastures and beautiful mountains was breathtaking. One thing I couldn't get over was how peaceful it was outside — just pure tranquility." — Chad Montano
"Walking the pastures where the cattle roam freely gave me a whole new appreciation for the land and the care that goes into Snake River Farms' craft." — Nathan Michael
Meet the ranchers and cattle behind our American Wagyu Beef → The Herd.
Fall Feast: Dinner Under the Open Sky at the Ranch
As the sun dipped behind the mountains, the ranch became the setting for Fall Feast. A long table stretched beneath the open sky, where great food, good company and the beauty of the landscape came together for an unforgettable evening.
"Visiting the Double R Ranch, it's easy to see why people choose to call this place home. The ranch is unlike any other cattle ranch I've visited. I'll come back here every chance I get. Especially if Kent and Lana are firing steaks on the grill. And some good friends are around to enjoy them with." — Robert Jacob Lerma
"Every year at Fall Feast, we experience more of what SRF is all about — learning the process, strengthening relationships and supporting one another." — Rosalie Bradford
What Team SRF Takes Home from Every Fall Feast
Like all good gatherings, Fall Feast eventually came to an end. But the memories, shared meals, new friendships and a deeper connection to the land — and the ranchers who care for it — traveled home with every member of Team SRF.
"It's hard to explain the bond that forms when you only get a few days together each year, but those moments turn a team into friends, and friends into family." — Chris Schemm
Fall Feast is more than a trip. It's a reminder that behind every cut of beef is a story — of land, of ranchers and of the people who share a passion for cooking and bringing great food to the table. For Team SRF, the experience always ends the same way: already looking forward to next year.
The story behind every cut → Snake River Farms: Who We Are.
