Safe Plates

Practical instruction in kitchen sanitation and food safety for entrepreneurs and chefs preparing to work in a shared value-added commercial kitchen, covering safe food handling and facility practices.View original

Learn fermentation basics through a hands-on food preservation workshop, preparing sauerkraut while exploring techniques for safely turning cabbage into tangy, probiotic-rich fermented food.View original

Hands-on lesson in safe water bath canning to preserve garden produce, with step-by-step guidance on jars, lids, acidity, processing times, and storage. Practical food preservation skills in a Cooperative Extension classroom setting.View original

Build practical food preservation skills through hands-on instruction in boiling-water-bath canning, learning safe techniques while preparing apple preserves in a beginner-friendly community workshop.View original

A beginner-focused sourdough workshop covering key terminology plus how to feed, maintain, and troubleshoot a starter. Expect practical guidance geared toward home bakers building confidence with fermentation basics.View original

Learn practical techniques for creating hearty, flavorful soups and stews, with ideas for building comforting dishes from scratch in a hands-on community cooking class.View original

Learn the basics of fermentation science through a hands-on sauerkraut workshop, then pack and take home a jar of your own tangy, probiotic cabbage ferment.View original

Hands-on field instruction in identifying edible Appalachian plants and fungi, with practical tips for safe harvesting, seasonal ecology, and ethical collecting. Expect a walk-and-learn format with guided observation and discussion in the outdoors.View original

Practical homesteading class focused on raising backyard chickens for daily eggs and learning the basics of producing your own milk. Expect down to earth instruction geared toward getting started with small scale home food production.View original

Learn safe boiling water bath canning through hands-on preparation of cranberry orange chutney. Build practical food preservation skills and take home knowledge for preserving seasonal produce.View original

Practical two-day training connects aspiring food truck owners with industry experts for real-world tools, business planning, and peer support to build safe, legal, and profitable mobile food businesses.View original

Hands-on workshop on creating plant vouchers—pressed botanical specimens paired with clear labels and documentation. Learn practical herbarium-style preparation techniques while making artistic, functional records for study and collection.View original

Practice boiling water bath canning while preparing cranberry orange chutney in a hands-on food preservation workshop. Learn safe jar processing and practical techniques for preserving seasonal fruit at home.View original

Hands-on guidance for starting a productive home vegetable garden, from soil prep and planting schedules to growing fresh, flavorful produce. Practical tips tailored to Western North Carolina conditions with Cooperative Extension expertise.View original

Learn a science-based method for preserving produce and supporting nutrition while making spicy cabbage sauerkraut and ginger ale. Explore practical fermentation techniques for flavorful homemade foods.View original

Fast-paced introductions connect local growers and buyers, helping farms build direct-to-market relationships and explore sourcing partnerships. The meetup centers on agricultural networking, regional food systems, and practical connections between producers and purchasers.View original

Make seasonal fall crafts for all ages while creating attractive Thanksgiving table decorations and dinner settings. Hands-on projects bring creative family fun to autumn holiday preparations.View original

Youth with prior sewing experience build 9-block quilted pillows in a hands-on winter workshop. Practice sewing techniques and turn fabric pieces into a finished, personalized project.View original

A beginner sewing camp guides participants through making a pillowcase while learning basic machine skills and hands-on stitching. This welcoming 4-H workshop offers a practical introduction to sewing and creative textile crafts.View original

Hands-on coffee cupping practice builds sensory skills for identifying aroma, acidity, sweetness, and finish across multiple brews. A specialty-coffee tasting workshop in a training center geared toward both curious beginners and aspiring pros.View original