The terrace kitchen

Chef Tony Castellon brings creativity, heart, and a coastal sensibility to every dish he makes. Originally from California, Tony has cooked his way across the country, from the shores of California to the mountains of Colorado, the farms of Maryland, and even a few unforgettable years in El Salvador. At just 28, he credits the strong women in his family, “the best cooks I know,” he says, for inspiring his path in the kitchen. His favorite thing to cook? “Anything seafood.” At Black Ankle, Tony loves pairing his food with our Passeggiata, for the story of community it carries, and Albariño, for the recipes it inspires in him.

The Terrace Kitchen is Black Ankle’s way of bringing the same care and creativity found in our wines to the food that accompanies them. Perched just off the Tasting Room terrace, the kitchen serves a rotating, seasonal menu crafted to pair seamlessly with what’s in your glass. Dishes that are thoughtful, local, and full of flavor, without ever feeling fussy.

Our culinary team, led by Chef Tony, draws inspiration from the rhythms of the vineyard and the bounty of Maryland farms. You’ll find a mix of comforting favorites and inventive new flavors, from handmade pastas and beef from Wayne to fresh, garden-driven salads and lamb from our own flock, all designed to complement Black Ankle wines in ways that feel effortless and natural.

More than just a food truck, The Terrace Kitchen is an extension of the vineyard experience: a place to linger with a glass in hand, share a meal with friends, and take in the beauty of the farm.

Whether you’re here for a cozy winter pasta or a summer afternoon charcuterie board, every dish is made to celebrate good food, good wine, and good company, the Black Ankle way.

The Vineyard Table is our monthly dinner series, held on the second Thursday of each month, where food, wine, and community come together in a meaningful way. Each evening features a thoughtfully curated, seasonal menu designed to pair with our wines and reflect what’s happening in the vineyard at that moment. Set against the backdrop of the farm, it’s an intimate, exceedingly fun and delicious event. One that invites you to slow down, connect, and savor a night that feels both special and deeply rooted in place. We hope you'll join us for one soon. Reserve your seats here.

Rooted Suppers: A Guest Chef Experience celebrate thoughtful cooking, seasonal ingredients and wines that bring it all together. Through these dinners, we aim to show the connection between vineyard and kitchen. These evenings are meant to feel personal. Imagine Shared stories, beautifully crafted plates, and wines poured with intention. It’s a chance to slow down, gather, and experience what happens when a visiting chef meets the vineyard. We hope to welcome you at one soon. Reservations can be made here.