Did you say cheese? Come taste some of the best artisanal cheese in Sonoma County from goat, cow, sheep and water buffalo! Join us at Bohemian Creamery for a delicious experience you won’t forget. Indulge in a variety of handcrafted cheeses made right here in Sonoma County. Bohemian Creamery overlooks the Laguna de Santa Rosa and Mount Saint […]
On the Saturday before Thanksgiving join Board member Paul Sequeira and friends on a foraging adventure somewhere in Sonoma County. We may hunt matsutakes through the coastal forest of Salt Point State Park or chanterelles in the oaks of Sonoma Mountain. The exact details and locations will be revealed to participants during the previous week […]
A workshop for backyard orchard owners, one tree or many, young trees or old, this workshop is for you. Tim Coyne of Master Gardeners will present the “should do” basics of pruning while, together with backyard orchard farmer Carole Flaherty. The what you “can” do, especially with large old orchard trees, will also be discussed. […]
On Thursday, January 23rd, SFRR will host an event featuring both Mycopia Gourmet Mushrooms and Merry Edwards Winery. Mycopia Gourmet Mushrooms – Mycopia rarely offers public tours, but has offered to give us a peek at their groundbreaking system of exotic mushroom cultivation utilizing reusable jars. Their mushrooms have been certified organic and kosher since 2005. Merry Edwards – […]
Delicious and informative. David Gambill opened his organic, handmade chocolate shoppe in Sebastopol 17 years ago. David is focused on sourcing from environmentally friendly and fair-trade growers/producers that exemplify the Slow Food movement. He will talk to us about the history of chocolate, the sourcing and varieties of chocolate, the nuances in flavor, and of […]
You Are Invited! Whether you are an active Slow Food member, a recent event attendee, an Apple Press patron, or simply someone who is Slow Food-curious, we encourage you to come to learn more about Slow Food and the challenges of agriculture in Sonoma County. Share wonderful food, meet and greet other members of our […]
Join us and immerse yourself in the world of olive oil production. Husary Olive Oil began in 2009 after a trip to Palestine. Olive cultivation is a very ancient tradition in the Middle East and trees can live for 2,000 years. Husary’s olive grove has many different types of olives, but it became a passion […]
Have you ever wanted to make something so beautiful you weren’t sure you wanted to eat it? Come experience that feeling at Patisserie Angelica where we will make scones and a petit layered cake in true French style! You can take the cake home too! This wonderful patisserie has been written up in numerous bride magazines, featured […]
Did you know we have an apple brandy distillery right here in Sebastopol? Well, come take a tour and taste some of their wonderful brandies and other apple-based spirits with your Slow Food friends! See the apple trees in bloom overlooking the beautiful Laguna de Santa Rosa, and learn about the varieties used in Ambix […]
Join us in learning more about fermented foods and condiments with owner, Sam Papone who started Golden State Pickle Works & Collective Cultures in 2014. She uses organically grown produce and works diligently to preserve global food traditions in her creations as well as repurposing every last bit of food she uses! You will learn about […]
This picnic will be the perfect place for everyone to come together to share good food and get to know one another! We have a beautiful, shaded venue for us to enjoy one another’s company and hopefully make new friends. Please bring Your favorite potluck dish to share A plate, utensils and beverage cup (reusable, if […]
Join Slow Food Russian River and Sonoma County Beekeepers Association for an educational discussion and garden walk all about bees. These hard workers in our gardens need help to survive and thrive so they can pollinate our food producing plants. We will discuss the various types of pollinator bees, where they live and the plants […]