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Caring Community Cuisine

Caring Community Cuisine provides nutritious meals and companionship to those in need, fostering community connections and promoting well-being. Their mission is to create a compassionate environment where everyone can thrive through shared meals and support.

This Dinner with a Purpose is in honor of our almost two full years operating as CCC. We have helped over 60 families thus far and have learned some of their favorite meals. This dinner showcases just that, our Warrior favorites! The menu consists of:Ham &amp; Cheddar Pancakes&nbsp;Butternut Squash Soup&nbsp;Seared Chicken Breast&nbsp;Apple Crisp One seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75, including $50 dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp;

DWP November 4, 2026

Following along the lines of our &quot;Dinner with a Purpose&quot; series, we offer &quot;Sip with a Purpose&quot;, the last Wednesday of every month. This class will feature four wines. We will explore flavor profiles, fun facts, food pairings, and more. Each wine will be available for purchase through our friends at Bradbury Market! There is one seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

SWP October 28, 2026

This Dinner with a Purpose showcases the remaining bounty from local gardens. The meal will be completely vegetarian.&nbsp; Wednesday October 7, 2026 for one seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75, including $50 dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp;

DWP October 7, 2026

This wine-pairing dinner focuses on Italian Wines! Menu consists of Italian inspired flavors to pair with regional bouquets.&nbsp; Wed, September 30, 2026 for one seating at 6:30pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75, including $50 wine dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp;

SWP September 30, 2026

This Dinner with a Purpose showcases Kennebunkport Captains Collection and Chef Ashley Caston. The Kennebunkport Captains Collection (KCC) is firmly rooted in the culture and tradition of Kennebunkport. KCC is a modern collection of four historic Maine homes, formerly owned by leading sea captains. The menu consists of:Cheddar Chive BiscuitsWhipped Butter&nbsp;Pesto Caesar SaladConfit Chicken&nbsp;Braised Beef ShankWhite Wine, Saffron Risotto&nbsp;Flourless Chocolate CakeVanilla Bean Cream, Fresh Raspberry Wednesday September 2, 2026 for one seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75, including $50 dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp;

DWP September 2, 2026

This wine-pairing class focusing on the art of cooking with wine! Menu consists of:Herb Focaccia with Merlot BalsamicAlbarino Steamed MusselsBarolo Braised Beef Short RibPoached Pear with Asti Foam Wed, August 26, 2026 for one seating at 6:30pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75, including $50 wine dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp;

SWP August 26, 2026

Dinner with a Purpose for August 2026 highlights summer flavors. The menu consists of basil and onion biscuits, lobster salad with peas, carrots, radishes, and soy vinaigrette, roasted lamb rack with fondant potatoes and garden greens, and peach panna cotta with lemon balm and star anise. There is one seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

DWP August 5, 2026

This wine-pairing class sponsored by Nappi Distributors features four wines. We explore flavor profiles, fun facts, food pairings, and more!&nbsp; Menu consists of:Ceviche of Scallops, Pineapple, Lime, Cilantro.&nbsp; Braised Beets, seared Salmon, Pinot Noir Butter.&nbsp; Short Rib, Swiss Chard, Garlic Scapes, Red wine Shallot Sauce.&nbsp; Rhubarb and Berry Gratin, Garden Herbs.&nbsp; Wed, June24 2026 for one seating at 6:30pm.&nbsp;Tickets cost $75, including $50 wine dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp;

SWP July 29, 2026

This menu consists of Haddock Chowder, Beef Pot Roast, and Blueberry Crisp. There is one seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

DWP July 1, 2026

Join us for the Chef Cycle Celebration BBQ 🍲, a relaxed outdoor gathering to share good food, stories, and community.&nbsp;An event to celebrate Team CCCKport&#39;s efforts and thank all those who supported another amazing mission outside of our own. In the vision of a summer BBQ, we will have food, games and drinks in the garden.

Chef Cycle Celebration BBQ

Dinner with Purpose in collaboration with &nbsp;Hearts of Pine brings neighbors together to share good food and real connection in Maine! Enjoy a meal with some of Portland&#39;s athletic heroes. We hope to showcase delicious/nutritious food and their connection to an active healthy lifestyle.

DWP Hearts of Pine

DWP Pregame Hearts of Pine! Enjoy the garden area at The Cafe. One drink, charcuterie, and a meet and greet with the players included in ticket. This event is one hour and precedes our Dinner with Purpose with Hearts of Pine.

DWP Pregame Hearts of Pine

Join us at Arundel Masonic Lodge for a warm, sit-down breakfast that supports Caring Community Cuisine&rsquo;s work to help those battling cancer.&nbsp; Your registration helps serve nutritious meals and provides support for our warrior families. Enjoy a delicious breakfast while chatting with some of our supporters and lodge volunteers. We will recap the journey of CCC thus far and explore the avenues of growth. Please join us for a special day of community and conversation.

Arundel Masonic Lodge Breakfast

Following along the lines of our &quot;Dinner with a Purpose&quot; series, we offer &quot;Sip with a Purpose&quot;, the last Wednesday of every month. This class will feature four wines. We will explore flavor profiles, fun facts, food pairings, and more. Each wine will be available for purchase through our friends at Bradbury Market! There is one seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

SWP May 27, 2026

This DWP will benefit CCCKport&#39;s Chef Cycle ride in June of 2026. Chef Cycle is a fundraising event to support No Kid Hungry whose mission is to ensure all children get the healthy food they need to thrive. The menu consists of burgers and brews!&nbsp; Please help our riders to reach their fundraising goals and show the might of our little town. Thank you for supporting our missions, your support is invaluable.

DWP to Benefit Chef Cycle

SWP April 29, 2026

This menu consists of Haddock Chowder, Beef Pot Roast, and Blueberry Crisp. There is one seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

DWP April 22, 2026

This menu consists of Winter Vegetable Salad, Seafood Stew, and Chocolate Cherry Cake. This will be plated service, with one seating at 6pm. Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

DWP April 15, 2026

This DWP will benefit CCCKport&#39;s Chef Cycle ride in June of 2026. Chef Cycle is a fundraising event to support No Kid Hungry whose mission is to ensure all children get the healthy food they need to thrive. The menu consists of flatbread, lamb meatballs and rhubarb &amp; lemon balm soup. Please help our riders to reach their fundraising goals and show the might of our little town. Thank you for supporting our missions, your support is invaluable.

This menu consists of Onion Focaccia, Asparagus &amp; Arugula Salad, Roast Lamb Leg and Pineapple Upside Down Cake. Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

DWP April 1, 2026

SWP March 25, 2026

For this third Dinner with a Purpose for March, we are spotlighting Rett&rsquo;s Roost. This local Maine nonprofit is dedicated to being a beacon of hope and healing for families facing the trauma of childhood cancer or child illness. Rett&rsquo;s Roost provides free, holistic retreats, and community gatherings that offer emotional support, joy, and connection to families in need.&nbsp; Menu to come soon! One seating at 6:00 pm for an evening in their vision Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for event and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

DWP March 18, 2026 Rett's Roost

A special Dinner with a Purpose honoring the memory of our good friend and mentor Laurence Bongiorno. A local businessman who brought the White Barn Inn to a Forbes Five Star standard and greatly impacted our mission at CCC.&nbsp; This menu consists of Tomato Biscuit, Seafood Pasta, Roast Chicken with Spring Vegetables and Pinot Noir Granite. One seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75, including $50 dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

DWP March 11, 2026 Laurie Dinner

SWP February 25, 2026

Happy Galantine&#39;s Day! Celebrating friendships of all kinds. We will enjoy small bites, drinks, and of course great conversation. This will be a mingle style service so you are able to converse and celebrate. Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for event and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

DWP February 18, 2026 "Galantine's Day"

Due to sold-out seatings and the overwhelmingly positive response, we are thrilled to expand Dinner with a Purpose to every Wednesday of the month!&nbsp; This menu consists of Haddock Chowder, Beef Pot Roast, and Blueberry Crisp. There is one seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

DWP February 11, 2026

Due to sold-out seatings and the overwhelmingly positive response, we are thrilled to expand Dinner with a Purpose to every Wednesday of the month! This is the first installment for February.&nbsp; This menu consists of Winter Vegetable Salad, Seafood Stew, and Chocolate Cherry Cake. This will be family style service, with one seating at 6pm. Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp; Every registration to this event will bring us closer to achieving our mission. Together, we can create a brighter, more compassionate world for all. Thank you for supporting our mission, your support is invaluable.

DWP February 4, 2026

This is our first Dinner with a Purpose for 2026! We will focus on community and comfort food. Menu consisting of our Biscuits, Haddock Chowder, Beef Roast, and Blueberry Pie. Table configuration will allow for community, conversation, and connection. There are two seatings - 6:00 pm and 6:30 pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75 and include $50 for dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp;

DWP January 14

Cooking with Carrots! Tickets are $75 for the class, &nbsp;a sit-down tasting to enjoy our creations, and a $25 donation already&nbsp; included. This is a perfect winter activity for a group of friends. The menu consists of roasted carrot salad, carrot risotto, and of course, carrot cake!&nbsp; We will focus on the versatility and flavor profile of this locally grown ingredient. We will also highlight its health benefits and delicious recipes.

Carrot Cooking Class

This Dinner with a Purpose showcases the delicious flavors of one of our favorite volunteers and chefs, Gary Hoover. Gary has helped CCC to provide its services for almost a year and a half. Thank you for your dedication and this delicious dinner! Menu to consist of:Warm BiscuitRoasted tomato &amp; red pepper butter Caesar Salad Sliced Beef Tenderloin au Poivre Squash Tart One seating at 6:00pm.&nbsp; Tickets cost $75, including $50 dinner and $25 donation.&nbsp;

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