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Explore the full life of a sourdough starter, from young and active to mature and discard-friendly. In this class, you’ll learn how to care for your starter and use it in a range of recipes including breads, pancakes, crackers, and more. We’ll discuss fermentation timing, hydration levels, and how sourdough can be part of a sustainable, flavor-rich kitchen.

Menu:

• Sourdough discard crackers with whipped feta and fermented hot honey

• Shaved asparagus salad with lemony sourdough breadcrumbs and soft

  herbs

• Sourdough focaccia with spring vegetable stew (peas, leeks, green garlic, mushrooms)

Everyone will leave with a sourdough starter and instructions to care for it with various suggestions as to how to use it as covered in the class itself.

Charcuterie Boards, Wine and Dessert included.

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

FRUITS AND VEGGIES

CUCUMBERS, GROUND CHERRY, MELONS, HOT PEPPERS, SWEET PEPPERS, STRAWBERRIES, SUMMER SQUASH, CHERRY TOMATOES, SAUCE TOMATOES, SLICING TOMATOES, TOMATILLOS

 HERBS

BASIL, CHAMOMILE, CHIVES, LAVENDER, LEMON BALM, LEMON GRASS, MARJORAM, OREGANO, PARSLEY, ROSEMARY, RUE, SHISO, SAGE, THYME

 FLOWERS

 BLACK-EYED SUSAN, BUTTERFLY WEED, CLOUD GRASS, COLEUS, KISS-ME-OVER-THE-GARDEN-GATE, MARIGOLD, COMMON MILKWEED, SWAMP MILKWEED, NASTURTIUM, SNAPDRAGON, YARROW, ZINNIA

A deep dive into this probiotic powerhouse.

Discover how to make your own milk kefir, care for live kefir grains, and use this tangy, cultured ingredient in cooking. We’ll cover the basics of its fermentation process, flavoring options, and gut-friendly applications, from smoothies and dips to overnight oats and marinades. Participants will take home their own batch to ferment.

Menu:

• Herbed kefir labneh with roasted beet dip and seeded flatbread

• Marinated lentil and snap pea salad with kefir-dill dressing

• Za’atar chicken skewers with cucumber-kefir sauce

• Roasted sweet potatoes with kefir-tahini drizzle and dukkah

  Charcuterie Boards, Wine and Dessert included.

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

Learn the art of brewing kombucha and discover how this probiotic-rich, micro-biome-friendly drink can support digestion and overall wellness. In this hands-on class, you’ll master brewing, fermenting, and flavoring while learning to care for your kombucha over the 7-12-day fermentation cycle.

We’ll cover everything from selecting the proper tea and sugar to maintaining a healthy SCOBY, fermenting for optimal probiotics, and bottling for perfect carbonation. You’ll also sample different flavor combinations and create a custom infusion at home.

What You’ll Take Home:

• A jar of freshly brewed kombucha (first fermentation)

• A starter SCOBY to continue brewing at home

• A step-by-step kombucha guide, including probiotic benefits, care instructions, and flavoring ideas

Skill Level: All levels | Format: Hands-on with tasting

Menu:

Crispy Skin Seared Salmon with Preserved Lemon & Fresh Herbs

• Pearl Couscous with Toasted Almonds, Golden Raisins & Sumac

• Shaved Fennel, Radish & Watercress Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

• Kombucha-Pickled Vegetables

Dessert: 

• Coconut Yogurt Panna Cotta with Dark Chocolate & Sea Salt

  Charcuterie boards and wine are provided.

  ***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

Come by yourself or come with friends.  Meet in the Turner Farm Barn Studio and enjoy appetizers and wine while watching a spring flower arranging demonstration by Melinda O’Briant.  We will head to the Turner Farm flower field where you will select your favorites from Turner Farm’s beautiful early season flowers.  Featured flowers will be tall and stately Larkspur in shades of blue, purple, pink, and salmon; and fluffy Sweet William’s in pinks, purples and reds.  You will also select from Yarrow, Bachelor Buttons, Bupleurum and more.  Back in the Barn Studio, we will each create a masterpiece to take home and enjoy. 

If rain threatens, flowers will be cut and waiting in the barn for participants.

Appetizers and Wine are provided!

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

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Wellness Series Pt 3: Feeding Focus: Recipes to Support Attention, Memory and Mental Clarity

In the third installment of our Brain Health series, we turn our attention to focus, literally. This hands-on class explores how targeted nutrition can support cognitive performance, memory retention, and sustained mental clarity. Together, we’ll cook a vibrant, seasonal meal designed around key nutrients that nourish the brain and help reduce brain fog, from omega-3s and antioxidants to magnesium-rich greens and gut-supportive ferments.

Participants will engage in guided conversation, cooking instruction, and a shared meal that’s as satisfying as it is brain-smart. Whether you’re juggling work, juggling school,

caregiving, or just plain busy this class offers real strategies to help you stay sharp and centered through food.

Menu:

• Charred broccoli and chickpea salad with preserved lemon, tahini-yogurt dressing, and toasted sesame

• Baked wild cod with olive-tomato tapenade and herb gremolata

•  Warm quinoa and spring vegetable pilaf with green garlic and lemon zest

• Roasted carrots with turmeric, dates, and pistachio dukka

  Charcuterie Boards, Wine and Dessert included.

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

Are you interested in growing herbs and/or using herbs more often in your day-to-day life? The use of herbs for flavor and health benefits is recorded as far back as the bronze age, and documented in archeology as far back as the earliest hunter and gatherer cultures. This class goes into detail on the history of the use of herbs, their applications in the kitchen ranging from herbal salts and a myriad of sauces; Medicinal uses including tinctures and infusions; but also you will learn how to start and grow your own herbs, and the materials and supplies for your own terracotta kitchen planter.

Chef TJ will be preparing lamb shoulder tea sandwiches with a parsley-walnut chimichurri, lavender and basil-infused lemonade, and lavender fudge petit fours.

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

Work smarter, not harder in the kitchen.

Chef TJ will teach you how to turn one meal into several with batch cooking and smart leftover strategies. We’ll cover how to build flexible base recipes,like roasted vegetables, whole grains, or proteins, and remix them into new meals throughout the week. Ideal for busy home cooks who want to save time without sacrificing flavor or nutrition.

Menu:

• Grilled lemon-garlic chicken (to be repurposed in class discussion)

• Spring panzanella with asparagus, radish, and sourdough croutons

• Farro and roasted veggie grain bowl with romesco and herb yogurt

  Charcuterie Boards, Wine and Dessert included.

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

What you’ll learn:

●  Learn to achieve the authentic flavor profile of shawarma using spice blending and marinating techniques

●  Roast and grill proteins for tender, flavorful shawarma at home.

●  Make a simple, rustic flatbread by hand to wrap the finished shawarma, keeping tradition in mind

Key Techniques:

●  Spice blending for Middle Eastern flavors.

●  Marinating and roasting fundamentals.

●  Instruction around technique for handling dough and quick flatbreads.

Hands-on Dinner Menu:

● Shawarma-Spiced Roasted Chicken

Wrapped in handmade flatbread with garlic yogurt sauce and a fresh herb salad, honoring traditional Lebanese street shawarma.

Charcuterie boards, wine and dessert will be provided. Dessert will be Pistachio-Cardamom Shortbread with Rose-Whipped Cream.

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Larkspur!  Led by seasoned floral artist, Melinda O’Briant, this hands- on workshop will explore the unique characteristics and versatility of larkspur blooms.  Melinda has been growing these wonderful flowers for several years and are her annual favorite!  In this class, you will cut your own stems from the flower field at Turner Farm, and learn the art of combining these exquisite flowers with complementary greenery to create stunning arrangements that evoke a sense of grace and timeless beauty.  Join us for an inspiring session where Larkspur’s charm meets your artistic expression! 

WARNING: Pet owners please be advised that larkspur is toxic to cats and dogs. 

Wine and appetizers will be served.

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

What you’ll learn:

●  Master fresh corn tortillas from masa dough.

●  Build vibrant taco fillings and fresh, seasonal salsas.

●  Assembling tacos with balanced flavor, texture, and acidity in mind

Key Techniques:

●  Proper masa dough hydration and technique.

●  Tortilla pressing and griddle cooking.

●  Salsa Fundamentals: roasting, seasoning, and blending.

Hands-on Dinner Menu:

● Tacos de Carne Asada

Marinated grilled beef served with handmade corn tortillas, fresh salsas, pickled red onions, and appropriate accompaniments

*Charcuterie boards, wine and dessert will be provided. Dessert will be Cinnamon Sugar Sopapilla Bites with Honey

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

What you’ll learn:

●  Unlock the deep flavors that only roasting can deliver.

●  Understanding techniques that apply to roasting a variety of meats, everything from whole birds, lamb loin, beef tenderloin etc.

●  Learn how to create quick, flavorful pan sauces from roast drippings.

Key Techniques:

●  Proper seasoning, oiling, and cutting for even roasting.

●  Temperature and timing management.

●  Simple pan sauce fundamentals: deglazing, reducing, seasoning.

Hands-on Dinner Menu:

● Herb-Roasted Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables and Pan Jus

*Charcuterie boards, wine and dessert will be provided. Dessert will be Cinnamon Sugar Sopapilla Bites with Honey

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

What you’ll learn:

●  Build balanced ancient grain bowl meals from scratch.

●  Focus on proper grain cooking, roasted vegetable layering, and simple sauce-making.

●  Explore flavor contrasts: crispy, creamy, tangy, herbal.

Key Techniques:

●  Cooking grains like farro, quinoa, or rice to ideal texture.

●  Roasting diverse vegetables together without overcooking.

●  Making simple dressings and herb sauces.

Hands-on Dinner Menu:

● Hearty Ancient Grain Bowl with Roasted Chicken

Warm farro and quinoa tossed with roasted carrots, charred onions, crispy chickpeas, grilled kale, savory roasted garlic vinaigrette, and sliced herb-roasted chicken

*Charcuterie boards, wine and dessert will be provided. Dessert will be Berry and Yogurt Parfait with Honeyed Oats.

***Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

What you’ll learn:

Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease are growing global health concerns, with millions of people affected each year. Studies show that diet is crucial to cognitive function, memory retention, and brain longevity. Emerging research suggests that foods rich in healthy fats, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds can help protect the brain, slow cognitive decline, and reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases.

In this wellness-focused cooking class, our experienced chef will guide you through a three-course meal plus dessert, showcasing ingredients linked to better brain health. As we cook, we’ll discuss the science behind these powerful foods, how they impact cognitive function and practical ways to integrate them into your daily routine.

What You’ll Experience:

●  An in-depth look at dementia & Alzheimer’s prevention through diet

●  Cooking demonstrations featuring brain-boosting ingredients

●  A full, nourishing meal designed to enhance cognitive health

●  Practical nutrition tips for long-term brain function and mental clarity

**Dinner will be served and cooked by Chef TJ:

Menu consists of:

Appetizer: Turmeric-Spiced Roasted Cauliflower with Lemon-Tahini Drizzle

Soup: Wild Mushroom & Walnut Soup with Thyme

Main Course: Seared Wild Salmon with Walnut-Pomegranate Gremolata, Quinoa Pilaf & Sautéed Winter Greens

Dessert: Dark Chocolate & Blueberry Chia Pudding with Toasted Almonds

This class is perfect for anyone looking to support memory, protect against cognitive decline, or enjoy a delicious, health-conscious meal.

**Due to the limited space availability, all payments for Turner Farm educational and cooking classes are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another class!

Join us for an 8-course farm-to-fork tasting experience to celebrate the Solstice and the enjoy the first of our summer bounty. Your experience will be held in our over 100-year-old historic Barn Studio/Teaching Kitchen.

Bonnie’s Bounty

In honor of Bonnie Mitsui, whose vision and stewardship cultivated the spirit of Turner Farm. This abundant table reflects the heart of Turner Farm, a gathering of seasonal vegetables, pickles, cheeses, breads, and spreads drawn entirely from the land Bonnie nurtured. Some courses will be paired with wine.

Dinner Course Sequence

1. Hen House

Chicken Liver Mousse Profiterole

2. The Garden

Charred Baby Carrot, Whipped Turnip, Hazelnut, Bronze Fennel

3. Big Eye & Hamachi Carpaccio Crudo

Thinly pounded Tuna, citrus segments, caper berries, nasturtium, euro herbs, gaufrettes

4. Orchard in Salata

Seared Stone Fruit, Little Gem, Ricotta Salata, Smoked Onion Vinaigrette

5. Dan’s Chicken

Roulade of Turner Farm Chicken, Green Garlic, Spring Onion Emulsion

6. Garden & Grain

Warm Farro, Squash Blossom, Lemon-Thyme Emulsion, Foraged Greens

7. Char & Cherry

Lamb Tartare & Charcoal-Grilled Loin, Black Garlic, Pickled Cherry, Wild Mint

8. Solstice Bloom (Dessert Course)
Lavender-Honey Panna Cotta, Macerated Raspberry, Lemon Verbena Crumb

Charcuterie Boards provided during cocktail hour along with wine.

Don’t miss out on this extraordinary evening that transcends the ordinary, as we celebrate the Summer Solstice in a truly captivating setting at our beautiful organic farm.

Space is limited, so secure your spot and be part of this unforgettable experience!

This hands-on workshop is designed to provide participants with the necessary skills to effectively work with a horse on a farm. Topics covered will include: horse behavior and body language, proper handling and grooming techniques, basic horse training commands, single horse driving principles, harnessing and hitching. Whether you are new to working with horses or looking to enhance your existing skills, this workshop will equip you with the tools to successfully work with these intelligent and versatile animals on the farm.

This workshop is appropriate for anyone interested in gaining basic knowledge and understanding of driving draft horses. Horse experience is helpful though not required.

Limit of 4 participants.

This hands-on workshop is designed to provide participants with the necessary skills to effectively work with a horse on a farm. Topics covered will include: horse behavior and body language, proper handling and grooming techniques, basic horse training commands, single horse driving principles, harnessing and hitching. Whether you are new to working with horses or looking to enhance your existing skills, this workshop will equip you with the tools to successfully work with these intelligent and versatile animals on the farm.

This workshop is appropriate for anyone interested in gaining basic knowledge and understanding of driving draft horses. Horse experience is helpful though not required.

Limit of 4 participants.

This hands-on workshop is designed to provide participants with the necessary skills to effectively work with a horse on a farm. Topics covered will include: horse behavior and body language, proper handling and grooming techniques, basic horse training commands, single horse driving principles, harnessing and hitching. Whether you are new to working with horses or looking to enhance your existing skills, this workshop will equip you with the tools to successfully work with these intelligent and versatile animals on the farm.

This workshop is appropriate for anyone interested in gaining basic knowledge and understanding of driving draft horses. Horse experience is helpful though not required.

Limit of 4 participants.

This hands-on workshop is designed to provide participants with the necessary skills to effectively work with a horse on a farm. Topics covered will include: horse behavior and body language, proper handling and grooming techniques, basic horse training commands, single horse driving principles, harnessing and hitching. Whether you are new to working with horses or looking to enhance your existing skills, this workshop will equip you with the tools to successfully work with these intelligent and versatile animals on the farm.

This workshop is appropriate for anyone interested in gaining basic knowledge and understanding of driving draft horses. Horse experience is helpful though not required.

Limit of 4 participants.