What we’re about
For 13 years, we have toured farms and food events in Santa Barbara County. Beginning in 2024 we will cook and enjoy food, garden, volunteer and continue farm tours and more in SB and possibly other communities to learn more about our food system. We are collaborate with Slow Food International www.slowfood.com
Each month we meet at various locations to learn the secrets of Local cuisine from the people who produce, market and prepare our food. We visit farms, markets, restaurants, culinary stores, wineries, the marina and many more. Our goal is to bridge the gap between taste, health and agroecology. I am a long time foodie and dietitian who teaches nutrition at Westmont college and to chefs at SBCC and with the School of Extended Learning. Feel free to email me to share your thoughts and ideas.
** Recently I have started to post food and farm events by other organizations, mostly non-profits. It has crowded our calendar and may be confusing. I promote events that meet our goal of education and fun. I do not always attend these events although I wish I could.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- New Date; Talk and Cookbook by World Central Kitchen founder, Chef Jose AndresThe Arlington Theatre (Metropolitan Theatres), Santa Barbara, CA
Chef and Humanitarian José Andrés has dedicated himself to feeding not just the few – at his award-winning restaurants – but the many as well. Alongside his non-profit organization World Central Kitchen and his hospitality and food media enterprise José Andrés Group, Andrés finds innovative solutions that use the power of food to inspire change and empower communities. Andrés is a proud Spanish-American citizen who embraces the responsibilities of a culinary ambassador and immigrant building bridges between cultures. His latest cookbooks include Zaytinya: Delicious Mediterranean Dishes from Greece, Turkey, and Lebanon and The World Central Kitchen Cookbook: Feeding Humanity, Feeding Hope. A visionary and a humanitarian, Andrés will appear in conversation with KLITE’s Catherine Remak, career broadcaster and recipient of the 2020 Santa Barbara Person of the Year Award.
To purchase tickets and learn more, use this link
I am so disappointed that I can not attend; I have 2 tickets in row F for sale; feel free to call me at (805)705-8248 - Spring Garden Experience at Sunburst Farms Saturday May 25!!!!Sunburst Farm, Lompoc, CA
only 12 more FREE seats sponsored by Sunburst - It is necessary to PRE-Register for this event at Sunburst
Enjoy a tour of the Sunburst garden by resident permaculture expert Sean Fennell where you will learn about earth stewardship, different ways to compost and have the opportunity to participate in a seeding workshop! A dlicious meal with veggies directly from the garden will be provided. This is a a complementary event for all ages. Donations appreciated.
REGISTER HERE before May 15
Car pool leaving from Starbucks in La Cumbre plaza at 8:00 Am
Feel free to send an email or call Gerri at (805)705-8248 - Sheep, Llamas, Donkeys, Chickens and an Organic Regenerative Farm Tour in SB!Wanderment Farms, Santa Barbara, CA$35.00
Not to be missed, this Organic Regenerative Farm Tour with special Blacknose sheep, llamas, mini donkeys, chickens and bees. Walk the property with farmer Margo Redfern and learn about how regenerative farming practices prioritize soil health and biodiversity to create sustainable ecosystems.. They are growing coffee, agave, vegetables and fruit trees with heathy soil and climate friendly practices. The property is absolutely stunning. There will be time for us to sit and share stories and food afterwards. I'll bring a loaf of natural fermentation yummy bread and my signature pesto; feel free to bring food or beverages also. Cost is $35.00 for the farm tour and Meetup to rsvp. You can also pay with Venmo @gerri-french. Please wear suitable shoes, hat and sun protection and leave your pets at home. For more information about the farm, visit https://www.wandermentfarms.com/
Contact, Gerri at (805)705-8248