
Welcome to Our Sustainable Community
Recipes from the Heart
As a member of this free community, you will receive complimentary recipes each month. Our recipes are created for you, with purpose, to simplify a healthier lifestyle while supporting sustainable agriculture and/or highlighting local sustainably produced food.
Monthly Newsletter
Discounts on Sustainable Chef Julia’s tours and menus, discounts from other local sustainability focused local businesses, as well as tips and resources for embracing a more sustainability focused lifestyle, reducing waste, and saving money will all be featured in our monthly newsletters.
Tours and Adventures
Membership includes early notification for our our local tours highlighting the best of sustainable San Diego. Whether you’re a dedicated locavore or just looking to connect with other ecology minded epicures, you will love our culinary adventures featuring local sustainability minded artisan producers and our tours of local sustainable farms and regenerative agriculture ventures.
Free Monthly Downloads for Members
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Cashew Cream
In case you missed it here is your free gift for joining our community of sustainability minded epicures: this creamy recipe is based on whole food ingredients, is rich in micronutrients, comes together in minutes, and dramatically reduces or eliminates packaging.
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Coffee Date Smoothie
A free bonus recipe for members with a focus on reduced packaging, whole food ingredients, and frugality. Ditch the sugary frappuccino for this easy smoothie featuring seasonal California dates. This decadent shake can be made with zero packaging.
Heart to Farm to Plate
With a shared passion for the culinary arts and our beautiful planet, we’re building a thriving community of local growers, artisan producers, and like-minded individuals who share a common goal of promoting healthier and more sustainable food systems.
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Our newsletters are designed to be a valuable resource for anyone who is interested in learning more about sustainable food practices and creating simple nourishing meals.
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Free recipes with a focus on sustainability and your vibrant health| Tips for reducing packaging| Frugal solutions for a diet that nourishes| Information on health and wellness| Resources for procuring local sustainable ingredients
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Connect, network, and enjoy our beautiful area with a community of ecology minded epicures while supporting local farms and culinary artisans.

Community for All
We share a commitment to including and honoring all members of our diverse community
FAQs
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Yes! We welcome everyone to join our free community to take advantage of the recipe, tips, and information. Everyone is also welcome to join our tours and adventures whether you are a local or visitor to San Diego. Even if you never visit San Diego, we hope to inspire you to support your local farms and embrace a more joyful and delicious relationship with the food you eat.
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Yes! We can organize tours to help promote your sustainable agriculture or culinary business in the San Diego area as well as featuring your business on our website and in the newsletter.
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Children and pets are welcome as long as the venues allow them.
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Rides are not available. You will be responsible for your transportation to and from all tour venues.