Grade A Gardens

After three years away, we’re thrilled to return to the fine state of Iowa and catch up with our friends at Grade A Gardens. At our dinner in 2018, farmer Jordan proposed to Whitney while standing on the apple box at reception and introducing the farm — she said yes and now we return to their growing farm and growing family. They have two kiddos now and recently expanded to a larger property in Earlham that they’ve turned into farmland from scratch. This will be our first time seeing their new spot, and we have no idea where we may choose to set the table. What we do know is that guest chef Diego Rodriguez will cook a delectable feast in the field kitchen. Diego’s fine-dining Des Moines restaurant Proof is known for unique, ingredient-driven menus, creative desserts and a next-level cocktail program. We can’t wait to see what he cooks up with Grade A’s summer bounty.