Hands-On Cooking Classes and a Mexican Plant-Based Fiesta with Edgar Castrejon

Week of February 24, 2024

Edgar offers hands-on culinary experiences, 3.5 hours each, during which you will enjoy preparing your own meal along with fellow cooks. Classes take place at La Cocina Que Canta, our culinary center on Tuesday and Wednesday, at 4pm. In addition, Chef Edgar will collaborate with La Cocina Que Canta’s Executive Chef Reyna Venegas and her team to create a special feast (with wine pairing!) on Thursday at 4:45pm.

Tuesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM Sign Up
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Wednesday Hands-On Cooking Class 4:00 PM Sign Up
Each class $145 (tax included). Class subject to change, check your weekly planner and schedule for updates. The maximum number of guests per class is 14.

Thursday Mexican Plant-Based Fiesta Dinner 4:45 PM Sign Up
Celebrate the abundance of our organic farm and the richness of Mexican cuisine. This culinary event is a perfect blend of health, tradition, flavor, and fun! Cost is $150 per person, tax and wine pairing included. The maximum number of guests is 30. Sign Up at the Appointments Desk or through the link above.

 

Edgar Castrejon is a proud first generation Mexican American, is a plant-based chef, art director, food content creator, and recently published cookbook author. Edgar has a B.S. in Horticulture and Plant Science. Growing up in Oakland, working on farms, Edgar has a deep appreciation for the land and the community of people working them. You can find Edgar sharing his work supporting these farms, hosting dinner events, and talking about nutrition. He tells stories and features a healthy combination of recipes and compelling food photography.