Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center Seedling Soirée
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Olivewood Gardens & Learning Center invites the community to its annual Seedling Soirée, an unforgettable evening of seasonal cuisine, community connection, and garden-grown inspiration. Set in Olivewood’s vibrant spring garden, this signature fundraising event will be held on May 30, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and will bring together local chefs, mixologists, brewers, and winemakers as the community gathers to celebrate Olivewood’s transformative work in nutrition education, environmental stewardship, and health equity, while raising vital support to further grow and make an impact.
Olivewood invites guests to indulge in a farm-to-table 'forage & feast' experience curated by esteemed chefs, Kitchenistas, brewers, distillers, and vintners from across San Diego County. Against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens, guests will savor one-of-a-kind appetizer bites crafted from locally sourced, fresh ingredients. The evening will include garden-inspired cocktails and food, live music, and the opportunity to participate in silent and live auctions.
Proceeds from the Seedling Soirée will bolster Olivewood’s mission-driven programs to nourish communities and cultivate a deep connection to the environment through nutrition education, sustainable urban agriculture, collective advocacy and intergenerational leadership.
The 2026 Seedling Soiree chefs and purveyors include:
Adrian Villareal - Tahona
Andy Weiss - The Smoking Gun
Aureny Aranda - Au Gourmet
Cindy Quiñonez - Parada Del Mar
Christina Ng - The Berry Good Food Foundation
Flor Franco - Indulge Catering and Casa de Flor
Kevin Templeton - barleymash, Spill the Beans, The Smoking Gun
Olivewood Kitchenistas
Olivewood Garden to Kitchen Interns
Sandra Orozco - Rancho Con Sabor
Logan Mitchell - Colins & Coupe
Charlie Knowles and Manny Da Luz - bica
Jiomar Diaz - Paella Chef
Robin Ross - Cupcakes Squared
Belching Beaver
BOOCHCRAFT
Hasta Mañana Cantina
Rejon Tequila
Snake Oil Cocktail Co.
Valentina Vineyards
Tickets for the 2026 Seedling Soirée are $250 per person, with a sliding scale offered to ensure accessibility for all members of the community. Sponsorship opportunities are also available. Tickets can be purchased at https://olivewoodgardens.org/seedling-soiree/. For information about sponsorships, please contact Jennifer Walker at jwalker@olivewoodgardens.org.
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About Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center
Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center is a nonprofit organization in National City, California, dedicated to impacting and inspiring communities through food, health, and environmental education. Since 2010, Olivewood has provided hands-on garden and nutrition programs that inspire youth and families to make healthful and sustainable choices. Learn more at www.olivewoodgardens.org.
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Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center
Mission: Inspire youth and adults to be healthy and active citizens through organic gardening, environmental education, and nutrition education. Vision: A community free of diet-related health conditions and a thriving environment. Core Values: Equity – Inclusive and culturally responsive, we are committed to acting with respect, openness, and a desire to understand, value, and support our community. Integrity – Guided by honesty, loyalty, and a commitment to confidentiality, Olivewood Gardens is responsive and respectful to the needs of all our program participants, guests, volunteers, donors and staff. We pride ourselves in doing what we say we are going to do and creating a safe space for our community Transformative – Using innovation and data-driven approaches, Olivewood’s activities create deep, impactful, and sustainable change Community – Olivewood welcomes all residents of National City, south San Diego and beyond. Our kitchen and garden are inclusive to all, and reflect the warmth of the community we serve. Health – Olivewood’s programs are centered on wellness and health. We serve as a resource for people looking to live a healthier lifestyle. Olivewood’s purpose is to build healthy families and a healthy environment. We work with children, families and adults through hands on classes in the garden and the kitchen.