Farmer Forward Dinner at Lotusland

Farmer Foward Dinner curated by Matt Kettmann

Join us for Farmers Forward: A Benefit for Lotusland, an unforgettable evening celebrating Santa Barbara’s vibrant food culture in one of the region’s most stunning settings. Curated by Matt Kettmann—Santa Barbara Independent’s Senior Editor and longtime food and wine writer—this exclusive event will feature a four-course, farm-to-table dinner showcasing locally sourced, seasonal ingredients from some of the area’s most thoughtful growers, ranchers, and fishers, including Jonata, Roots Farm, and Get Hooked Seafood. Held in conjunction with the Santa Barbara Culinary Experience, the evening will include engaging stories behind each dish, with wine pairings from Matt Dees of The Hilt and Jonata. Proceeds support Lotusland, a nonprofit garden and pioneer in sustainable horticulture, proud to celebrate and partner with others who share a commitment to sustainability.