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- FREE Edible Flower Garden Workshop at Mesa Harmony by UC Master GardenersMesa Harmony Garden, Santa Barbara, CA
UC Master Gardener Debbi Knauft will share a research-based presentation, A Guide to Edible Flowers in Your Garden. Debbi will provide information including:
* Which garden flowers are edible,
* Strategies for successfully growing these flowers, and
* Identifying some flowers which are not edible.
Imagine growing gorgeous blooms and being able to enjoy them in a salad or dessert as well. Please join us to learn about culinary flowers.
Please register for this FREE event Register HERE - 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 - Nutrition for Longevity Six Week Class with Field Trips in Carpineria - FREECarpinteria Community Library, Carpinteria, CA
Join me, Gerri Cardillo French, dietitian and founder of this Meetup to discuss the connections between food choices, agriculture, the environment and our longevity. Content includes not only what to eat but also, when to eat and how to select and prepare delicious wholesome food and enjoy it. This class will meet in various locations to tour a community garden, café and health food store together along with guest speakers. First class will meet at the Carpinteria Community Library
FREE
Registration online atwww.sbcc.edu/extendedlearning
Call (805)687-0812
Feel free to call me at (805)705-8248 for questions...