The Opening Table
An Evening Before the SeasonJoin us for an intimate evening celebrating the opening of hunting season! Defender Outdoors will be furnishing a four course game-inspired dinner prepared by Chef Jon Bonnell of famed Fort Worth restaurants Bonnell's, Buffalo Bros, and Waters.
Dinner will be accompanied by a selection of wine, whiskey, and other non-alcoholic drinks.
The Menu
Hors ‘doevres:
Mini Elk Tacos
Grilled & Chilled Quail Eggs
Plated Dinner:
Bonnell’s House Salad
Pepper Crusted Beef Tenderloin with Grilled Asparagus and Green Chili Cheese Grits
Dessert:
Apple Crisp
The Details
The event will be held at Defender Outdoors Shooting Center (2900 Shotts St., Fort Worth, TX) on Thursday, October 15th.
Drinks and passed hors d’oeuvres will be served at 6:00 pm.
Dinner will begin at 7:00pm.
The cost of the event will $245 per guest and seating is limited to 40 guests.
As this is a plated dinner, we request you please RSVP by October 10th. Please use the link below to purchase your seat at the table.
For questions, please contact Margie Stacy at margie@defenderoutdoors.com.
Purchase Your Seat Online
(Please note that online ordering will require you to make a separate purchase for each guest.)
Please RSVP by October 10th
Purchase Your Seat Online
(Please note that online ordering will require you to make a separate purchase for each guest.)
Or, Contact Us to Reserve Your Seat
About the Chef
Born and raised in Fort Worth, Texas, Chef Jon Bonnell grew up hunting, fishing, and cooking—early passions that shaped his culinary career. After earning a degree from Vanderbilt University in 1994, he taught science and math before following his love for food at the New England Culinary Institute (NECI). During his time at NECI, he trained at Mr. B’s Bistro in New Orleans, refining his skills in Creole cuisine. In 1997, he returned to Fort Worth, working in upscale restaurants before launching his own culinary ventures.
More Information
In keeping with the character of the event, we invite guests to dress in ‘Fort Worth Chic’ – sophisticated attire with a distinctive touch of Western elegance.
As a celebration of the great sporting tradition, we will be featuring select pieces from renowned gunmaker Caesar Guerini.
We kindly request that this celebration be for adults only.
Purchase Your Seat Online
(Please note that online ordering will require you to make a separate purchase for each guest.)