Farm Dining
At Elawa Farm Foundation, our mission comes to life with our dining programs. It’s gathering our community, breaking bread together, and supporting our local farm community through our sourcing.
Our goal is for you to know what you are eating and to meet the people that grew and prepared your food. We aim for total transparency and accountability in our food, from seed to plate.
February Farm Dinner
Saturday, February 22nd 6 - 9 pm
Join us for an evening of seasonal flavors at Elawa Farm's February Farm Dinner on Saturday, February 22nd, from 6 - 9pm. This farm-to-table experience features fresh, locally sourced ingredients, beginning with shrimp and pork lemongrass skewers, followed by a shredded papaya and Midwest vegetable salad with dates and herbs. The main course is Hainanese chicken rice - poached chicken with chicken skin rice, herbs, and sauces. For dessert, enjoy mango sticky rice. Please note, the menu contains fish, peanuts, shellfish, and sesame.
Soup & Bread Night
Wednesdays 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Our popular Soup & Bread Night: A Community Supper series is back at Elawa. Enjoy homemade soup, fresh baked bread, salad, and wine in our cozy hay barn. Each ticket sold supports the donation of the weekly soup and bread to families served by North Chicago Community Partners. Select a date below to purchase tickets.
Children are also welcome to join in the fun! A reduced-price child ticket is available as an add-on when you register.
Fried Chicken Night
Thursdays 6 - 8 pm
Cozy up this winter with local fried chicken, plus buttermilk biscuits, mashed potatoes & gravy, and braised greens in our hay barn. We will be donating a quarter pound of chicken to North Chicago Community Partners for every ticket sold. Come join us for a night of delicious comfort food and great company at Elawa Farm.
Children are also welcome to join in the fun! A reduced-price child ticket is available as an add-on when you register.
Ramen Night
Fridays 6 pm & 7 pm
Warm up this February with a cozy and delicious Ramen Night at Elawa Farm! Join us for a fun, communal evening in our heated Hay Barn, where you’ll enjoy homemade ramen, cold beers, sake, appetizers, and a refreshing dessert. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis, with two seating times: 6 pm and 7 pm.
Fish Fry
Fridays 5:30 pm & 7 pm
Celebrate a Wisconsin tradition with our Friday Fish Fry, a beloved weekly event that’s perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a delicious, hearty meal. Whether you’re observing the Lenten season or simply craving a classic fish fry, our Friday special in March brings people together for great food and good company.
This dinner is served plated, unlike our typical community dinners that are served buffet-style.
Irish Farm Dinner
Friday, March 14 & Saturday, March 15
Join us for an Irish-themed farm-to-table dinner celebrating the season, featuring a selection of traditional dishes made with locally sourced ingredients.
Start with the honey-mustard glazed corned beef, carved to order at a station, brined in-house by Elawa Kitchen. It’s served alongside a classic shepherd’s pie made with Living Light Farm ground beef, local vegetables, and mashed potatoes from Nichols Farm.
On the side, enjoy whole roasted Nichols Farm cabbage and butterball potatoes, as well as poached carrots with local butter and chives. The comforting Colcannon, featuring mashed potatoes, sautéed kale, and spring onions, adds a hearty touch.
For bread, we have traditional Irish soda bread, as well as barmbrack bread, perfect for pairing with the rest of the meal.
Finish the night with a glass of Irish whiskey or beer and enjoy this flavorful, farm-fresh feast.