Farmers Market Tour and Farm Fresh Pizza: Sept 25 in North Berkeley
Courtesy photos: Carole Topalian and the Ecology Center
Get ready for an unforgettable evening on Thursday, September 25, 5:30–8pm as you enjoy a VIP tour of the North Berkeley Farmers’ Market, where Ecology Center staff will introduce you to the farmers and the seasonal ingredients that bring these markets to life. After the tour, the group gathers at Vintage Berkeley to enjoy artisan pizzas crafted by Farmers’ Market Manager Daniel McChesney-Young and Chef Peter Callis. The pies get topped with peak-of-season produce from the very farmers you just met, along with local cheeses, seasonal sides, and carefully selected wines. This special night supports the Ecology Center’s programs, so every bite and every dollar helps sustain their work. Purchase Tickets Here!
About the Chefs
A Berkeley native with nearly 22 years of pizza-making experience, Daniel McChesney-Young has done it all—from slice shops to competing in the Neapolitan Pizza Olympics in Italy. Now the program manager for the Ecology Center Farmers’ Market, Daniel serves up a simple food philosophy: Let the ingredients speak for themselves.
Assisting Daniel in crafting the delectable pizza on your plate will be Chef Peter of The Table Catering. With over two decades of experience in Mediterranean-California cuisine, Peter has worked at top establishments like Chez Panisse and Garibaldi’s. His commitment to sustainability and using high-quality ingredients ensures that every dish is both delicious and environmentally friendly.
Your $55 ticket includes the tour, all food and wine, and a full year of Ecology Center membership, with benefits like discounts at partner businesses, invitations to members-only events, and the knowledge that you’re helping build a healthier, more resilient local food system.
This crucial fundraiser supports the Ecology Center’s efforts to promote sustainability and build a healthy, equitable future for all. Get your tickets today and join this memorable evening celebrating the abundance of our local farms with great food and community!
