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Have fun with fermentation! Learn the science behind how fermentation transforms vegetables into probiotic powerhouses. In this workshop we will let the lactobacillus do the work for us as we make fresh sauerkraut. Take home your very own jar of sauerkraut and watch the fermentation process up close. 

UC Master Gardeners of San Diego County Liz Woodward and Jodi Bay present “Preserving Your Harvest: Best Practices for Handling and Storing the Produce From Your Garden for Optimal Freshness.” Using research-based guidance from the UC ANR, participants learn how proper postharvest care protects food…

Come see what’s in bloom and learn something new.The UC Master Gardener Program of San Luis Obispo County invites the public to Lunchtime in the Garden at the Garden of the Seven Sisters demonstration garden.Held the first Wednesday of each month from April through September, this informal drop-in event is a…

Master the "Laws of Salsa" with the Master Food Preservers of San Mateo and San Francisco Counties. In this delicious, hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to balance flavors while following essential safety guidelines for home preservation.What you’ll do:Craft Your Signature Salsa: Dive into the world of…

Come to the San Mateo County Fair and visit the UC Master Food Preservers in the Culinary Arts area in the Expo Hall. Find our table, talk us and try to win a prize! We will have be on hand everyday 11am-5pm with lots of great information, recipes, activities and more!  

This free online class, taught by the UC Master Food Preservers Online Delivery Program, focuses on research-based freezing methods that protect food quality and safety.You’ll learn how freezing works, why it preserves food, and how to freeze and thaw foods properly to prevent foodborne illness and quality…

Come celebrate Sassy the Donkey turning 25—a quarter century of sass, brays, and barnyard charm! Join us for a fun-filled day with treats, laughs, and plenty of birthday love for everyone’s favorite long-eared guest of honor. Bring your smiles and help us make Sassy’s big day extra special!