Green Dirt Farm
This award-winning farm in Weston, Missouri, produces 100 percent grass-fed lamb and sheep and some of the finest artisanal sheep’s milk cheeses and yoghurts on the market. Tours of the 150 acres of green pastures and meandering streams are rare, but every summer/fall for the past nine years, owner Sarah Hoffmann and Jacqueline Smith have opened their organic, community-based farm to a series of Farm Table Dinners. These one-of-a-kinds, multi-course meals paired with unique beverages highlight the season’s bounty and the farm’s Missouri-grown products, like their whole lambs and popular cheeses, as well as the creative talents of Kansas City’s top chefs. Green Dirt Farm even hosted roaming epicure Anthony Bourdain during the KC episode of his TV show “No Reservations.” Guests sample hors-d'oeuvres and seasonal cocktails before gathering around a long harvest table. As the meal progresses, the chef discusses the ingredients used, where they came from, and what inspired each dish. Tickets to the cheese-driven culinary events have become a hot commodity, usually selling out within hours. If you want to attend, act quickly. This year’s Farm Table Dinners are sold out, but log on next spring for the announcement of 2019 dinners, or email revor@greendirtfarm.com.
The farm’s adjacent creamery showcases its artisanal cheeses, customizable meat and cheese plates, sandwiches, wine and homemade ice cream. Charcuterie includes dried goat salami, and frozen lamb is available to take home. The small grocery also stocks honey, crackers, jams and more, perfect to enjoy a picnic on the outside patio area while you take in the open pastures, rustic barn and bucolic setting.
