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UBC Farm Fundraiser with Michael Pollan

Not to be missed, the final in a series of six Provenance: You are What You Eat, is “UBC Farm Fundraiser with Michael Pollan” of the bestseller, “In Defense of Food”.

Saturday, June 6 at 1:00 p.m.

The series concludes with an afternoon presentation and book signing with author Michael
Pollan, on tour with the paperback edition of “In Defense of Food”. At this fundraiser for UBC Farm, Michael will share his manifesto for eating: “Eat Food. Not too much. Mostly plants.”

Guests will receive a copy of “In Defense of Food” and will have the opportunity to have books signed by Michael.

“Understanding the Provenance of Wine”

Don’t miss Part 5/6 of the Provenance: You are What You Eat series co-hosted by FarmFed and Barbara Jo’s Books for Cooks.

Tuesday, May 26, 6pm
Farmstead Wines founder Anthony Nicalo lifts the veil on wine marketing and connects guests to authentic wine and artisan farmers. The Farmstead Accreditation Program ensures that each of the wines bearing the Farmstead seal are naturally farmed, handcrafted and delicious.

Guests will not only learn the shocking truth about most wine on the shelves, but will taste for themselves the difference that only exists in vinaroon wines.

“Understanding the Provenance of Produce”

Don’t miss out on Part 4/6 of Provenance: You are What You Eat, co-hosted by FarmFed and Barbara Jo’s Books for Cooks.

Wednesday, May 20, 6pm
Mark Bomford, Program Coordinator for the Centre of Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm, will be the special guest this evening. Mark has been immersed in creating sustainable food systems for the last 14 years and has worked in various roles including growing food and managing food-centred organizations both locally and internationally.

Learn tips for buying sustainable produce and taste delicious, seasonal canapés complimented by vinaroon wines.