Barrel & Fire

Celebrating 17 years of MAX CHEF TO FARM!
LOCAL | SUSTAINABLE | CONNECTICUT GROWN

The Max Chef to Farm dinner series is an opportunity for guests to enjoy the freshest foods and produce in the sublime beauty of Rosedale Farms & Vineyards. Each dinner is cooked from scratch and showcases the best ingredients, which are sourced from local farmers, fishermen, and food artisans. Our menus vary and are dependent on the day's harvest and the inspiration of the Chef.


Prepare yourself for an incredible dining experience with the most local, fresh, and flavorful foods.

Barrel & Fire

Join us for an unforgettable dining experience at Rosedale Farms & Vineyards in Simsbury, CT.  

Barrel & Fire celebrates the bold flavors of handcrafted bourbon and expertly crafted cocktails, paired with smoky, grilled dishes. 

Whether you're a whiskey connoisseur or a grill enthusiast, this event promises a sizzling night of taste, aroma, and craftsmanship.

Live Music by Brother Other

 

THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026 | 6:00PM

 

MENU

 

RECEPTION

The Farm & Fire Cocktail

bourbon, strawberry shrub, charred lemon, honey, black walnut bitters

Max Family Wines

Local Craft Beers

 

Grilled Ricotta Toast

rosedale farms strawberries

Little Smokies

smoked tomato ketchup

Shishito Pepper

charred tomato vinaigrette

Smoked Salmon Cone

lemon crema

 

Course One

Miso-Glazed Rosedale Farms Zucchini

sesame seeds, pickled pepper, brown butter

Course Two

Charred Octopus Salad

rosedale farms sugar snap peas, strawberries, smoked blue cheese, little leaf farm greens, candied pecans, charred meyer lemon

Course Three

Jambalaya

grilled shrimp, andouille sausage, charred jimmy nardello pepper, smoked paprika

 

Intermezzo Cocktail

Miso Old Fashioned

high rye bourbon, white miso syrup, orange bitters, sesame oil atomizer

Entrée

Grilled Sherry-Marinated Iberico Secreto

coal roasted potatoes, spring onion, chimichurri

 

Dessert

Rosedale Farms Smoked Strawberry Shortcake

Toasted meringue, pistachios

 

~menu subject to change~

The ticket price is $109, not inclusive of booking fees and State sales taxes. 

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All dietary needs must be communicated upon purchase. If you surprise us with a food restriction upon your arrival, we will do our best to accommodate you, but we may not have the resources available.

We apologize, but Rosedale Farms is unable to accept Max Vantage dollars or gift cards for ticket purchases.

Please review our refund and cancellation policy before purchasing tickets.