Upcoming events
Strong Roots 9 Wellness: Winter Solstice Course
As the Winter Solstice approaches, join chefs and wellness experts Matthew and Tia Raiford for a special class focused on preparing your mind, body, and home for the colder months. With their extensive background in sustainable farming, herbal remedies, and holistic wellness, the Raifords will teach you how to create natural, homemade solutions such as fire cider, herbal teas, and immune-boosting remedies to keep you healthy and warm throughout the winter. This class offers an immersive experience in holistic living, where you’ll learn to harness the healing power of herbs grown right on Gilliard Farms. Enjoy a warm, nourishing meal prepared by Matthew and Tia, while celebrating the winter solstice and embracing the season with new wellness rituals. Perfect for anyone looking to connect with nature and improve their well-being.
E.A.T. with the Raifords: You got Game
In this unique class, Matthew and Tia Raiford bring the flavors of the wild to your table. Learn how to prepare and cook game meats like bison, venison, and quail. The Raifords’ extensive experience as chefs, educators, and champions of sustainable food systems make them the perfect guides for this culinary adventure. Discover the rich flavors and techniques of preparing game meats, from marinating to cooking methods that bring out the best in each protein. You'll enjoy a beautifully prepared meal as part of the class, celebrating the bounty of nature.
E.A.T. with the Raifords: Pasta making 101
Join sixth-generation farmers and renowned chefs Matthew and Tia Raiford for an intimate, hands-on experience in Pasta Making 101. With over 60 years of culinary expertise each, Matthew, a James Beard Award semifinalist, and Tia, an accomplished chef with a rich career history including serving as Senior Executive Chef at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, will guide you through the art of fresh pasta from scratch. Learn to roll, shape, and cook pasta to perfection, while enjoying a farm-to-table meal prepared by the chefs. This is your chance to learn from two culinary masters on their historic Gilliard Farms, where their deep-rooted food traditions meet exceptional technique.