Best for ages 5 to 12
Get ready to chop, blend, and taste your way through this fun, hands-on Salsa & Pesto Making Workshop! Join our educators Lauren and Taylor in using fresh, seasonal ingredients—many straight from the garden—you’ll learn how to make two classic favorites that are bursting with flavor and easy to recreate at home. Perfect for home cooks, gardeners, and food lovers of all levels!
In this workshop, you’ll learn:
How to make fresh tomato salsa (plus tips for customizing heat and texture)
How to craft a traditional basil pesto (and creative variations!)
Herb and produce prep tips for best flavor and shelf life
Basic food safety and simple storage methods
Ideas for serving, pairing, and preserving your creations
What’s Included:
All ingredients and tools provided
Step-by-step guidance and recipe cards
Tasting session + take-home samples
Tips for growing and harvesting for each recipe
Date: August 6th, 2025
Time: 11:30am-12:30pm
Location: TBD in Mahwah, NJ—registrants will be notified via email before the event
Cost: Free through our Farm to School Grant
Note: Please bring a small container if you'd like to take home your salsa or pesto!
Come hungry and leave inspired—this workshop is full of flavor and fun!
Best for ages 5 to 12
Get ready to chop, blend, and taste your way through this fun, hands-on Salsa & Pesto Making Workshop! Join our educators Lauren and Taylor in using fresh, seasonal ingredients—many straight from the garden—you’ll learn how to make two classic favorites that are bursting with flavor and easy to recreate at home. Perfect for home cooks, gardeners, and food lovers of all levels!
In this workshop, you’ll learn:
How to make fresh tomato salsa (plus tips for customizing heat and texture)
How to craft a traditional basil pesto (and creative variations!)
Herb and produce prep tips for best flavor and shelf life
Basic food safety and simple storage methods
Ideas for serving, pairing, and preserving your creations
What’s Included:
All ingredients and tools provided
Step-by-step guidance and recipe cards
Tasting session + take-home samples
Tips for growing and harvesting for each recipe
Date: August 6th, 2025
Time: 11:30am-12:30pm
Location: TBD in Mahwah, NJ—registrants will be notified via email before the event
Cost: Free through our Farm to School Grant
Note: Please bring a small container if you'd like to take home your salsa or pesto!
Come hungry and leave inspired—this workshop is full of flavor and fun!
