Lazy days of summer? Not this group! Having just finished our Grazing in the Garden event, next up are two more marvelous learn and eat opportunities. Careful now, the food tickets sell quickly. Lecture is free and no reservations required. Details below.
Goodness, Gracious, Grape Balls of Fire!
Raincatcher’s Garden of Midway Hills
Tuesday, July 24th-10am
10:00am – 11:30am, Under the Shade Pavilion, North Garden
11001 Midway Road, Dallas
Jeff Raska, Dallas County Horticulture Program Assistant, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
Growing grapes in Texas is easy to do. Learn the basic steps, and you’ll be ready to start your own grape orchard.
(Master Gardeners earn one-hour education credit)
Following Jeff’s short presentation join us for a special treat.
Toney Davrados, of Yiayia’s will demonstrate the art of making dolmas. Dolmas are thought of as a culinary legacy from the Ottoman Empire. You’ll be transported back to the 1700’s with the savory, flavorful taste of these delightful delicacies.
$10 per person, Limited seating
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/goodness-gracious-grape-balls-of-fire-tickets-48106230029
(Paid reservations required by Friday, July20th)
Menu
Dolmas
(Filled with sirloin, onion, rice, parsley and Toney’s special seasonings)
Watermelon and Radish Salad
Peach and Blueberry Parfaits featuring Yiayia’s Homemade Greek Yogurt
Mint-Infused Iced Tea
Fig Fest, Celebrating a Seasonal Delicacy
Instructor: Jeff Raska, Dallas County Horticulture Program Assistant, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service.
With their sweet taste and luscious texture, figs can be used in a variety of culinary dishes. From growing to harvest, we’ll give you the information needed to become a fig expert. Join us!
Tuesday, August 7th – 10:00am*
Hosted by Raincatcher’s Garden of Midway Hills * 11001 Midway Road
(Master Gardeners earn one-hour education credit)
Immediately following Jeff’s presentation, you are invited to join us for lunch.
$15 per person
Seating is limited to 48 guests and is by paid reservation only: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/fig-fest-tickets-48093118813
Reservation deadline-August 3rd
Menu
Figgy Focaccia and Grilled Figs with Thyme Honey
Fig, Arugula and Walnut Salad with Fresh Citrus Vinaigrette
Rosemary Flank Steak with Fig Salsa
Lemony Rice Pudding with Figs and Saba
Fig and Strawberry Tart topped with Fresh Fig Ice Cream
Fig Flavored Tea and Water
*Public Invited to both events!
Questions? Call the help desk- 214 904 3053 or drop us a line in the comment section.
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