Here, find a curated list of the best food and drink events in Santa Cruz County for the coming week. At the top, I share my picks of unmissable local happenings.
This Saturday, taste wine and learn about vineyard management at Tasting in the Vineyard at Burrell School Vineyards and Winery on the Summit. Witness the spring bud break on the vines while the winemaker discusses pruning and canopy management, and taste pinot noir varieties from current and past vintages. Tickets are $40 and include six tastes paired with appetizers.
Curious about pickling? Head to Mountain Feed & Farm Supply in Ben Lomond this Saturday for the class Pickles, Pickles, Pickles! Pickling 3 Ways. Learn how to make quick pickles in the fridge, canned pickles using the water bath canning method and fermented pickles, and spice up your condiment game. Pickle snacks will be provided. Tickets are $25 per person.
Best of Santa Cruz County food and drink events, March 21-27
Here are some upcoming local food and drink events you might be interested in:
Friday, March 21
- The Trolley Drop Brass Jug Band plays Discretion Brewing | 5:30 p.m. @ Discretion Brewing
- Dancing Freedom – Cacao & Dance Journey | 7:15 p.m. @ Breath+Oneness Yoga | $35
Saturday, March 22
- Pickles, Pickles Pickles! Pickling 3 Ways | 11 a.m. @ Mountain Feed & Farm Supply | $25
- Tasting in the Vineyard | 1 p.m. @ Burrell School Vineyard and Winery | $40
Tuesday, March 25
- Books and Bites | 6 p.m. @ Watsonville Public Library
- Tacos & Trivia | 7 p.m. @ Bruno’s Bar and Grill