What we’re about
For 13 years, we have toured farms and food events in Santa Barbara County. Starting in 2025 we will cook and enjoy food, garden, volunteer and continue farm tours and more food events in SB and possibly other communities to learn more about our food system. We are collaborating 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, agriculture and the environment. I am a long time foodie and dietitian who teaches nutrition with SBCC in 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 (2)
See all- Santa Barbara Culinary Experience Fabulous Food Events May 10-18Needs location
I am promoting these fabulous food and farm events which are described and require registration at the following link: REGISTER HERE
The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience, in partnership with The Julia Child Foundation for Gastronomy and the Culinary Arts, is an annual celebration of all things food & drink in Santa Barbara County. The Santa Barbara Culinary Experience’s mission is to shine a light on our local culinary, hospitality, tourism, artisan, and small business communities through unique events which foster learning, discovery and fun. Through our partnership with the Foundation, a portion of the proceeds from all Santa Barbara Culinary Experience events is used to make grants to local nonprofit organizations making a difference in Santa Barbara County’s food system. - Garden Experience and Lunch at Sunburst Farms Saturday May 24Sunburst Farm, Lompoc, CA
This is a wonderful annual event sponsored by Sunburst Farms. RSVP at this Meetup does not register you for the class; please read the entire announcement and register by clicking on the link below.
Join them for a guided tour of the Sunburst Garden led by local permaculture specialist Sean Fennell who will share information about earth stewardship, compost ideas and opportunity to participate in a seed experiment. A delicious meals with vegetables from the garden will follow the farm event. All ages welcome and Suggested Donation of $25.00 recommended. IT IS NECESSARY TO SIGN UP: CLICK HERE
Car pool always encouraged; Meet at Starbucks in La Cumbre Plaza leaving by 8:15.
