Join us for a mouthwatering evening with an elegant 3-course dining experience featuring our finest Pureblood Wagyu beef prepared by Chef Paula McDade, perfectly paired with award-winning wines by our neighbors at Star in the Valley Vineyard Estate Winery.
Immerse yourself in the rustic charm of the farm as you savor each delectable bite. This in-person event promises to delight your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to relish the flavors of the Shenandoah Valley.
We'll begin our evening with a tour of Villacaro Farms, led by Kat, your host and owner of Villacaro Farms. This unique experience will grant you insights into our sustainable farming practices and a firsthand look at how our animals are raised in harmony with the land.
Next we will move on to a captivating cocktail hour in the charming barn, where you'll be surrounded by the rustic allure and stunning views of our farmstead, setting the perfect tone for an evening of unforgettable experiences.
Finally, we'll transition to the pasture, where a tented canopy will provide an elegant setting to revel in the natural beauty that surrounds us. You'll dine on the very land where the food was raised, including the lush pastures that nurtured our exceptional Wagyu beef. This creates a profound connection between the feast and the land it came from.
Get ready to experience the magic of a truly unique event that promises to be an evening of rustic elegance like no other!
This will be an intimate event with limited seating. Book your spot now!
About Chef Paula McDade
Chef Paula McDade has 20 years in the hospitality industry. Korean born and NoVa raised, she found her way to some of the top kitchens in New York and San Francisco.
In 2006, she attended the French Culinary Institute in NYC. She worked in both pastry and savory kitchens. She trained in the country’s best kitchens, including Gramercy Tavern in New York and Quince in San Francisco. Both restaurants have earned Michelin stars and James Beard awards.
For the last seven years, Paula was the Executive Chef at Luke’s Local Grocery in San Francisco, which opened 2 markets. She returned to the DMV in 2022 to start her own personal chef business.
About Star in the Valley Vineyard Estate Winery
Star in the Valley is committed to growing, producing, and bottling wine in Strasburg, Virginia.
With more than 11,000 grapevines planted, our vineyard is rooted in the oldest mountains in the world. It's soils are shallow, rocky, and well-drained. An elevation of over 1,000 feet provides protection from the elements. And it's location in the driest area of Virginia ensures healthy, ripe fruit.
Our wines are fresh, balanced, and express a character unique to where they are grown and produced.