PastaBar Collaboration Dinners
At PastaBar, collaboration dinners are an extension of everything we believe in — thoughtful sourcing, seasonality, regional Italian cooking, and gathering around the table. During the winter months, our PopUp Dinner Series takes guests through specific regions of Italy, with each dinner centered entirely around the traditions, ingredients, and flavors of that region. In the summer, Chef Mario heads to the fields and farms, partnering with local growers to create seasonal dinners built around what is being harvested at its peak. From menu creation and ingredient sourcing to execution of the dinner itself, each experience is carefully crafted from start to finish. We look forward to sharing a table with you soon.
Dinner at the Farm - Middlebury Farms with PastaBar
June 18
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📍 Middlebury Farms – 10107 Alden Road, Harvard, IL
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📅 Thursday, June 18th
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🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
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Tickets are sold through Middlebury Farms
Menu:
Salad Course
Mixed Lettuces, Arugula, Strawberries, Pecans, Lemon-Cream Dressing
Pasta Course
Pasta Bar House-made Garganelli, Andouille Sausage
Cajun “Alfredo”, Broccoli Sprouts
Main Course
Crispy Chicken Thighs, Cheesy Grits (Polenta), Collard Greens
Dessert
Strawberry Short Cake – Brown Sugar Scones, Strawberries, Whipped Mascarpone
Event Details:
• Dinner will be served family-style
• BYOB – feel free to bring your favorite wine, beer, or beverage
• Space is limited, 18+ only
• Rain or shine – the event will take place in our barn
• No substitutions to the menu
• Tickets are transferable but non-refundable (final sale)
• If attending with a group, please reach out in advance so we can seat you together
Please contact us with any questions or concerns Middleburyfarmsinc@gmail.com
Dinner at the Farm - Middlebury Farms with PastaBar
July 2
📍 Middlebury Farms – 10107 Alden Road, Harvard, IL
📅 Thursday, July 2nd
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Tickets are sold through Middlebury Farms
Menu:
First Course
Grilled Crusty Bread, Creamed Mozzarella, Beets and Dressed Greens
Pasta Course
Pasta Bar House-made Gemelli, Guanciale
Burst Cherry Tomatoes, Fresh Herbs
Main Course
Grilled Flank Steak, Fresh Herb Chimichurri, Smashed Potatoes with Lemon and Chives
Dessert
Raspberry-White Chocolate Bread Pudding
Event Details:
• Dinner will be served family-style
• BYOB – feel free to bring your favorite wine, beer, or beverage
• Space is limited, 18+ only
• Rain or shine – the event will take place in our barn
• No substitutions to the menu
• Tickets are transferable but non-refundable (final sale)
• If attending with a group, please reach out in advance so we can seat you together
Please contact us with any questions or concerns Middleburyfarmsinc@gmail.com
Dinner at the Farm - Middlebury Farms with PastaBar
July 23
📍 Middlebury Farms – 10107 Alden Road, Harvard, IL
📅 Thursday, July 23rd
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Tickets are sold through Middlebury Farms
Menu:
First Course
Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Red Onion, Red Wine Vinaigrette, Croutons
Pasta Course
Pasta Bar House-made Rigatoni, Ground Lamb and Tomato Ragu
Main Course
Whole Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Herbs, Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash
with Feta and Balsamic.
Dessert
Lemon Olive Oil Cake with Whipped Mascarpone and Candied Lemon
Event Details:
• Dinner will be served family-style
• BYOB – feel free to bring your favorite wine, beer, or beverage
• Space is limited, 18+ only
• Rain or shine – the event will take place in our barn
• No substitutions to the menu
• Tickets are transferable but non-refundable (final sale)
• If attending with a group, please reach out in advance so we can seat you together
Please contact us with any questions or concerns Middleburyfarmsinc@gmail.com
Dinner at the Farm - Middlebury Farms with PastaBar
August 13
📍 Middlebury Farms – 10107 Alden Road, Harvard, IL
📅 Thursday, August 13th
🕡 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Tickets are sold through Middlebury Farms
Menu:
Salad Course
Kale, Chard, Golden Raisins, Pecorino Vinaigrette
Pasta Course
Pasta Bar Truffled Mac and Cheese
Main Course
Smoked Beef Short Ribs, BBQ Carrots with Pecans and Dill, “Loaded” Potato Salad
Dessert
Peach Cobbler, Bourbon Cream
Event Details:
• Dinner will be served family-style
• BYOB – feel free to bring your favorite wine, beer, or beverage
• Space is limited, 18+ only
• Rain or shine – the event will take place in our barn
• No substitutions to the menu
• Tickets are transferable but non-refundable (final sale)
• If attending with a group, please reach out in advance so we can seat you together
Please contact us with any questions or concerns Middleburyfarmsinc@gmail.com
