Southern California Spring Garden Show

Over 20 Food-related seminars – and all FREE!

If you’re looking for something fun, informative and free this weekend, consider a visit to South Coast Plaza’s Southern California Spring Garden Show–now in its 28th year. “At Home in the Garden” has more than 20 food-related seminars, from Thursday through Sunday, held in the following home stores: Williams-Sonoma, Sur La Table, Crate and Barrel and two dedicated seminar rooms on Level 3. From summer baking, seasonal cocktails and fresh pasta dishes to edible landscapes and herb gardens, experts will share tips and tricks (schedule follows).

The format is informal, with no RSVPs necessary. In addition, view beautiful display gardens and lifestyle vignettes. You’ll come away inspired. Parking and admission is complimentary. Please join!

At Home In the Garden – Food Related Seminars

THURSDAY, APRIL 27

11:00am
Summer Baking
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Learn how to bake the perfect summer treats.

11:00am

Edible Landscape

— Seminar Room A – Level 3

Joanne Byrd

Learn about edible plant selections, including annuals, herbs, berries and fruit trees.

Find out how to transform your garden gradually with various garden themes and styles.

This presentation covers soil, water, integrated pest management, feeding and harvesting.

12:00pm
From Your Herbal Garden to Your Pantry
— Seminar Room B – Level 1
Chef Debbi Dubbs
Get tips on growing herbs and edible flowers and how to use them
in cooking and making teas, vinegars, body lotion and bath salts. Book signing to follow seminar.

2:00pm
Fresh Spring Pasta
— Sur la Table – level 1
Chef Kristin Leonard
Sweet pea ravioli with basil mint pesto cooking demonstration.

2:00pm
Summer Cocktails
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Learn how to make refreshing libations to quench your thirst.

2:30pm
How to Perfectly Infuse Your Water
— Crate and Barrel Home Store – Level 1
Michael Weiss
Learn how to create a beautiful beverage jar and make it the focal point of your party.

6:00pm
Summer Grilling Seminar
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Recipes for the perfect backyard barbecue.

FRIDAY, APRIL 28

11:00am
Summer Sides
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Learn to prepare summer side dishes

12:30pm
From Your Herbal Garden to Your Pantry
— Seminar Room A – Level 3
Chef Debbi Dubbs
Get tips on growing herbs and edible flowers and how to use them in cooking

and making teas, vinegars, body lotion and bath salts. Book signing to follow seminar.

2:00pm
Summer Grilling Seminar
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Recipes for the perfect backyard barbecue.

2:00pm
Spring Pizza on the Grill
— Sur La Table – Level 1
Chef Alex Morales
Learn how to create an incredible pizza using your backyard grill.

3:30pm
How  to Perfectly Infuse Your Water
— Crate and Barrel Home Store – Level 1
Michael Weiss
Learn how to create a beautiful beverage jar and make it the
focal point of your party.

6:00pm
Summer Cocktails
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Learn how to make refreshing libations to quench your thirst.

SATURDAY, APRIL 29

 11:00am
Summer Grilling Seminar
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Recipes for the perfect backyard barbecue.

12:00pm
Grow Organic Strawberries Year-Round
— Seminar Room B – Level 1
Julie Bawden-Davis
Learn how to grow organic, mouthwatering strawberries. Best-selling author

Julie Bawden-Davis will discuss the best strawberry types for Southern California.

Book signing and strawberry plant sale following the presentation.

12:00pm
Summer Baking
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Learn how to bake the perfect summer treat.

2:00pm
Summer Sides
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Learn to prepare summer sides to pair with your outdoor dining.

2:30pm
How to Grow a Salsa Garden
— Z Gallerie – Level 1
Kay Havens
UCCE Master Gardeners give tips and pointers to help you grow the tastiest

peppers and tomatoes. Learn what varieties will thrive where you live.

3:30pm
Grow Organic Strawberries Year-Round
— Seminar Room B – Level 1
Julie Bawden-Davis
Learn how to grow organic, mouthwatering strawberries. Best-selling author

Julie Bawden-Davis will discuss the best strawberry types for Southern California.

 Book signing and strawberry plant sale following the presentation.

6:00pm
Summer Cocktails
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Learn how to make refreshing libations to quench your thirst.

SUNDAY, APRIL 30

12:00pm
Summer Grilling Seminar
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Recipes for the perfect backyard barbecue.

2:00pm
Summer Cocktails
— Williams-Sonoma – Level 1
Chef David Thompson
Learn how to make refreshing libations to quench your thirst.

For more information, visit www.southcoastplaza.com.