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.
Downtown breakfast and lunch spot Ibiza is harking back to its former days as Barceloneta with a Turkey Paella Dinner on Saturday. Owners Brett and Elan Emerson are creating giant turkey and chorizo paella featuring winter squash, green beans, saffron, rosemary and sage. The feast includes a cheese course, bread and olive oil, Ibiza’s famous Hippie Salad, paella and a dessert of churros and hot chocolate, and wine or alcohol-free beverages. Tickets are $75 per person.
At the Homeless Garden Project’s Holiday Celebration this Saturday, the Santa Cruz-based nonprofit is hosting a screening of “Food, Inc. 2,” with author Eric Schlosser at The 418 Project in downtown Santa Cruz. Schlosser co-wrote and produced the film with Michael Pollan, and has written several books and stories on America’s food systems. Baked treats by Capitola bakery Dani O Bakeshop and seasonal beverages will be provided, along with HGP’s handmade products. Tickets are $19.98.
Best of Santa Cruz County food and drink events, Nov. 22-28
Here are some local food and drink events you might be interested in soon:
Friday, Nov. 22
- Boardwalk Bites & Brews | 4 p.m. @ Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Saturday, Nov. 23
- Homeless Garden Project Holiday Celebration & “Food, Inc. 2” Screening with Eric Schlosser | 6 p.m. @ The 418 Project | $19.98
- Turkey Paella Dinner at Ibiza | 6:30 p.m. @ Ibiza | $75
Sunday, Nov. 24
- Santa Cruz Dance Theater Groundbreaking Fundraiser | 1 p.m. @ Bargetto Winery | $125
Monday, Nov. 25
- Pie Making Workshop | 6 p.m. @ The Grove Cafe and Bakery | $75
Tuesday, Nov. 26
- Pie Making Workshop | 6 p.m. @ The Grove Cafe and Bakery | $75
Wednesday, Nov. 27
- Downtown Santa Cruz Farmers Market | 1 p.m. @ Cedar Street & Lincoln Street
Thursday, Nov. 28
- Thanksgiving buffet at Chaminade | 9 a.m. @ Chaminade Resort & Spa | $25-$85