kimchi

Fermentation for Beginners: Kimchi

Are you a fermentation enthusiast ready to dive in at home but perhaps don’t know where to start? Join Cara Monteleone, our Culinary Instructor at The Farm Institute, to demystify fermentation and learn preservation basics while preparing kimchi! In this class, we will transform local ingredients into a fun… Read More

cooking from the island

Cooking from the Island: What's Fresh and What's Local

This event has sold out. Join us for a seasonal farm-to-table cooking experience with Chef Jenny Devivo! These hands-on classes celebrate the fresh flavors and bounty of Martha’s Vineyard, inspired by the growing seasons of our farm. Participants will begin with a guided tour of the Friendship Garden… Read More

sausage

Sausage Making with Tyler Potter of The Swimming Pig

A hands-on class with Tyler Potter of the Swimming Pig for preparing, seasoning, grinding, and stuffing your own sausage! Each participant will make and take home approximately 1.25 pounds of fresh pork garlic and herb sausage. During the class, enjoy a meal of The Swimming Pig’s pre-made sausages served… Read More

Sourdough Basics with Matt from Beetlebung Farm

Join Matt, Head Baker and Miller at Beetlebung Farm, for an introductory sourdough class. In this demonstration-style lecture, Matt will break down the fundamentals of sourdough baking, including starter maintenance, shaping techniques, baking tips, and the science of fermentation. Matt will discuss the process of using whole grain wheat grown… Read More

Clamming at Katama Bay

Family Style Catch and Cook with The MV Shellfish Group

Join the MV Shellfish Group and The Farm Institute for a uniquely Martha’s Vineyard summer evening spent in the water and on the Farm! We’ll kick off the program at Katama Bay Landing, 87 Edgartown Bay Rd., with a 45 minute hands-on lesson in harvesting our own quahogs. Learn from… Read More

cooking from the island

Cooking from the Island: What's Fresh and What's Local with Cara Monteleone

Join us for a seasonal farm-to-table cooking experience with Farm Institute Culinary Educator Cara Monteleone! These hands-on classes celebrate the fresh flavors and bounty of Martha’s Vineyard, inspired by the growing seasons of our farm. Participants will begin with a guided tour of the Friendship Garden to harvest… Read More

cooking from the island

Cancelled – Cooking from the Island: What's Fresh and What's Local

Join us for a seasonal farm-to-table cooking experience with Chef Jenny Devivo! These hands-on classes celebrate the fresh flavors and bounty of Martha’s Vineyard, inspired by the growing seasons of our farm. Participants will begin with a guided tour of the Friendship Garden to harvest vegetables and herbs… Read More

ice cream

Custard-Based Ice Cream Making Adult Class

Join Chef Melissa McCullough in the farm kitchen to learn the art of homemade custard-based ice cream! Participants will tackle every step of the ice cream making process, from tempering the custard, to building the flavors, and churning the base. We’ll be making two separate flavors to share, flavors to… Read More