World Championship Hunter Rider Dining Experience

February 27

WEC Stadium Pavilion | Ocala, FL

Overview

Join us for two special dining experiences during World Championship Hunter Rider (WCHR) weeks. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of competition on Friday, January 30 for the $75,000 WCHR Hunter Spectacular, and Friday, February 27 for the $75,000 MARS Equestrian USHJA International Hunter DerbyThe dining experiences include a buffet dinner featuring complimentary beer and wine as some of the best hunters in the nation compete under the lights in the WEC Stadium (purple seats) at World Equestrian Center – Ocala.  A cash bar will be available for spirits.

Event Dates:

Friday, January 30: $75,000 WCHR Hunter Spectacular 
Doors: 5pm | Class Start: 6pm

Friday, February 27: $75,000 MARS Equestrian USHJA International Hunter Derby 
Doors: 6pm | Class Start: 7pm

Pricing:

$150 per person, tax additional.

 

Menu for Friday, January 30: 

Artisan Green Salad | local greens, hearts of palm, jicama, mandarin oranges, feta cheese, honey citrus dressing V GF

Caribbean Jerk Chicken GF DF 

Mojo Roasted Pork Shoulder GF DF

Ropa Vieja Beef Empanadas | mojo aioli DF

Honey Glazed Fried Yucca GF DF

Sweet Plantains | lime salt, cilantro lime aioli V GF DF 

Pigeon Peas and Rice VEG GF DF 

Sweet Rolls, honey butter 

Key Lime Pie 

Plant City Strawberry Shortcake Torte

 

V = Vegetarian, VEG = Vegan, GF= Gluten Free, DF = Dairy Free

Menu for Friday, February 27:  

Tri-Color Salad | romaine, radicchio, frisee, kalamata olives, marinated artichokes, roasted red peppers, Grana Padano cheese, Italian vinaigrette V GF

Heirloom Tomato Caprese Salad | fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic glaze, extra virgin olive oil V GF  

Mascarpone Polenta V GF
Broccolini | olive oil, garlic, crushed red pepper flakes VEG GF DF 

Eggplant Parmesan V  

Lemon Rosemary Roasted Chicken GF DF

Grilled Market Fish Puttanesca | capers, olives, tomatoes, herbs GF DF

Brisket GF DF 

Garlic Knots 

Bostini Trifle

Italian Cannoli V

 

V = Vegetarian, VEG = Vegan, GF= Gluten Free, DF = Dairy Free

Please Note: 
* In an effort to maximize available seats, you may be placed with another party/group to complete a table.
* Prices are subject to a 15% increase 72 hours before the start of the event.   

* Gratuity included. Taxes and fees additional.  
* Refunds will not be issued within 48 hours of the event, unless the event is canceled by World Equestrian Center – Ocala due to inclement weather.  

 

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If you have questions regarding this event, please reach out to:  
Kim Kent, Special Events Manager  
1390 NW 80th Ave Ocala, FL 34482  
Office: 352-414-7855 | [email protected]  
www.wec.net 

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