Join Michelle McKenzie from Bellair Farms to learn more about regulations and processes of creating and selling packaged food to the public.

Register HERE

Join Michelle McKenzie from Bellair Farm to learn more about preserving foods and making value added products through waterbath canning. Dive into the basics of canning methods including a brief overview of small business regulations. During the session we’ll make one type of pickle (such as okra or beets) and one jam with in-season fruits. Each participant will have the opportunity to take home a jar of either the pickle or jam. Additionally, enjoy sampling previously made pickles and freshly made jam. This workshop is. a delightful way to start preserving at hem or to consider a small business. No cost to attend.

Register HERE

Join Bread & Roses Community Kitchen for a workshop on the essentials of starting a food business.

Register HERE

Join Michelle McKenzie from Bellair Farm to learn more about preserving foods and making value added products through waterbath canning. Dive into the basics of canning methods including a brief overview of small business regulations. During the session we’ll make one type of pickle (such as okra or beets) and one jam with in-season fruits. Each participant will have the opportunity to take home a jar of either the pickle or jam. Additionally, enjoy sampling previously made pickles and freshly made jam. This workshop is. a delightful way to start preserving at hem or to consider a small business. No cost to attend.

Registration is requested. Please register HERE.

Join Michelle Mckenzie from Bellair Farms to learn more about safe and effective dehydration techniques. This class is perfect for culinary enthusiasts and entrepreneurs alike, offering an in-depth look into the process of drying foods and herbs. Participants will learn essential guidelines and methods for dehydration, using both dehydrators and air-drying techniques. We will also cover the regulations to ensure your dehydrated products are suitable for home-based business ventures. Explore a range of applications from drying culinary herbs and herbal teas to creating skin products and preparing shelf-stable vegetables ideal for soups, camping meals, and emergency kits. No cost to attend.

Registration is requested. Please register HERE

The ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification is recognized by the Virginia Department of Health as meeting the requirements to be a Certified Food Protection Manager. Participants receive instruction about food safety concepts such as sanitation, food storage, safety regulations, pest management, and safe food handling practices. The Virginia Food Regulations require that each food establishment employ at least one Certified Food Protection Manager who has supervisory and management responsibilities. After passing an exam, the student receives certification from the National Restaurant Assoc., which is good for 5 years. The class will be taught at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1118 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville.

Full Class Enrollment is $160. The fee includes instruction, textbook, exam, and certification.

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Limited scholarships through Bread and Roses are available for food entrepreneurs and farmers.

Apply HERE

Join Michelle McKenzie from Bellair Farms to learn more about regulations and processes of creating and selling packaged food to the public.

Registration requested. Please Register HERE

This class is designed for individuals working in various roles, including food service staff, cooks, and servers. It offers a simplified version of the ServSafe curriculum, ensuring that you gain a solid foundation in food safety principles. Upon successful completion, you will receive a valuable Certificate of Attendance, valid for three years. Join us for this informative 3-hour session. $10 class fee (cash or check). Held at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1118 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville.

Registration is requested. Register HERE

Join Bread & Roses Community Kitchen for a workshop on the essentials of starting a food business.

The workshop is free of charge, registration is requested. Register HERE

The workshop will be led by Tom Kelly, owner of Crustworthy Pizza.

This class is designed for individuals working in various roles, including food service staff, cooks, and servers. It offers a simplified version of the ServSafe curriculum, ensuring that you gain a solid foundation in food safety principles. Upon successful completion, you will receive a valuable Certificate of Attendance, valid for three years. Join us for this informative 3-hour session, completely free of charge.

REGISTER HERE

Geared to persons in charge of various food service operations. Examples- hotels, schools, daycares, and food establishments. After passing an exam, the student receives certification from the National Restaurant Assoc., which is good for 5 years. This 8-hour course has a $160 fee for materials and tests. This workshop is from 9 am - 6 pm at Trinity Episcopal Church, 1118 Preston Avenue, Charlottesville.

REGISTER HERE by December 6.

Limited scholarships are available for food entrepreneurs and farmers.

Apply for a Just Food Just Economy SCHOLARSHIP HERE by December 3.

This comprehensive class is expertly designed for volunteers who are dedicated to preparing and serving food at public events and large-scale gatherings. It's perfect for those involved in organizing potlucks, orchestrating food-based fundraisers, or hosting church outreach dinners. Participants will gain valuable skills and insights into safely and effectively handling large quantities of food, ensuring both quality and compliance with health standards. Upon completion, attendees will receive a certificate of attendance, valid for three years, as a testament to their commitment and newly acquired expertise. The duration of this enlightening class is 3 hours, and it is offered at no cost, providing an accessible opportunity for community members to enhance their culinary and organizational skills for the betterment of their events.

REGISTER HERE

Interested in learning how to start a food business?

Join Bread & Roses Community Kitchen on November 1, from 5 pm to 7 pm at Trinity Episcopal Church to learn the steps to starting a successful food business. 

The workshop will be led by Tom Kelly, owner of Crustworthy Pizza.

Trinity Episcopal Church, 1118 Preston Ave. Charlottesville, VA, 22901.

Click HERE TO REGISTER

Learn more about the Just Food Just Economy initiative to create pathways to employment and food access through business creation and job development. Hear from successful food business owners who have used farmers markets as part of their business strategy.

Speakers include (left to right): Khadija Hemmati: Khadija’s Kitchen, Oubai Al Rifai: Mr. Tahini, Keith Groomes: The Pie Guy, (not pictured) Erica Cavanaugh: Honeysuckle Creek Farm.