SECOND ANNUAL
FARM TO TABLE DINNER

Join Us for a Memorable Evening at The Cottage at Woodland Farm.

Join us for our Second Annual Farm-to-Table Dinner at The Cottage at Woodland Farm, an evening you won't want to miss. This unforgettable dining experience will feature a thoughtfully curated, four-course menu by our talented guest chef, Zach Gardner of The Spire. Zach is passionate about creating meals that bring people together while showcasing ingredients grown right here in Northeast Iowa.

Throughout the evening, you'll enjoy dishes featuring locally sourced proteins and produce from Hawkeye Buffalo Ranch, Yellow Table Farm, Kaiser Farm Fresh, Prairie Rose Farm, and Engelbrecht Farm. Many of these farms are located just down the road from The Cottage, bringing the true meaning of farm-to-table to every course. Whether you're joining us with friends, family, or someone special, you'll enjoy incredible food, meaningful conversation, and the relaxed beauty of our countryside venue.

Meet the Chef:

Chef Zach Gardner | The Spire
Chef Zach Gardner is known throughout the Cedar Valley for crafting exceptional meals centered around fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. He has served as the featured chef for dinners and community events throughout the region, including Engelbrecht Farm, the Black Hawk Hotel, and other celebrated locations across the Cedar Valley. His passion for supporting local agriculture and creating memorable dining experiences shines through every thoughtfully prepared course. With an emphasis on quality ingredients, refined flavors, and genuine hospitality, Zach's menu is designed to celebrate the very best of our region.

What to Expect:

• Live Music & Dancing: Enjoy live music throughout the event & an open dance floor at the end of the evening

• Cocktail Hour: Optional pre-dinner cocktail hour to mix & mingle with other guests (full-service bar for purchase)

• Property Tour: Discover the charm of The Cottage at Woodland Farm on a self-guided tour of the property

• A Gourmet Farm-to-Table Feast: Enjoy a delicious four-course meal in our stunning Main Event Barn

• Fine Wine Pairings: In conjunction with dinner, there will be carefully selected wine pairings included

This is a rain-or-shine event. Postponement is ONLY if weather is predicted to be severe and unsafe.

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, September 26th

• Schedule:
  Cocktail hour / self-guided property tour from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM (full-service bar for purchase)
  Dinner begins at 6:00 PM
  Evening festivities include live music and an open dance floor until around 9:00 PM (or later if a crowd sticks around)

• Location: The Cottage at Woodland Farm - 2866 270th Street, Fredericksburg IA 50630

• Tickets: $130.00 per ticket, including fine wine pairings with an exceptional farm-to-table dinner

By attending, you're not only supporting our small business, but also Chef Zach Gardner and the local farms that have supplied the fresh proteins and produce featured throughout the menu. This is more than just a dinner… it's a celebration of community, local agriculture, and the incredible people who make farm-to-table dining possible. We can't wait to welcome you to The Cottage at Woodland Farm.

Reserve your spot now as space is limited… you don’t want to miss out on this unforgettable evening.