Workshops & events
Join us for themed menus, expert talks, hands-on workshops, farm tours and more.
Workshops & events
27th June 2019
A Summer Garden Supper
The Riverford Field Kitchen will be hosting a unique summer supper in our field kitchen polytunnel. Explore our garden before settling down amongst the veg for a sharing, veggie feast in our polytunnel.
8th July 2019
Summer Salads & BBQ Demo – SOLD OUT
Sit back and take it all in as our chefs create inspiring salads and BBQ accompaniments to make sure veg is the star of your BBQ – all with a Riverford twist of course.
11th July 2019
Can business be a force for good?
Join us for an evening of discussion with Riverford founder Guy Singh-Watson and guests, to explore the theme of whether businesses can be run as a force for good.
19th July 2019
Festival Flower Crown Workshop
Come and get flowery with us and learn how to make a fabulous flower crown. Perfect for wearing to festivals, picnics, a wedding or summer party, they are the modern day fascinator and much more natural!
22nd July 2019
Summer Salads & BBQ Accompaniments Demo
Sit back and take it all in as our chefs create inspiring salads and BBQ accompaniments to make sure veg is the star of your BBQ – all with a Riverford twist of course. Workshops are small groups and have a relaxed atmosphere so plenty of time for questions and hints & tips.
5th August 2019
Field to Fork Riverford Farm Tour
Join us at the Riverford Farm to see where we grow our veg. On the tour you’ll see our vegetables growing, in the fields and the field kitchen garden/polytunnel, while hearing about organic farming and the thriving variety of hedgerow wildlife supported in our fields.
7th August 2019
Tomato Growing & Cooking Masterclass
Ever wanted to experience the pleasure of growing your own tomatoes, or are you a seasoned grower looking to raise your tomato growing game? Are you getting tired of cooking and eating your glut of homegrown goodies in the same way? If so, then this half day Tomato Growing & Cooking Masterclass is for you.
4th September 2019
Chilli Growing & Cooking Masterclass
Have you ever wanted to experience the pleasure of growing your own chillies, or are you a seasoned grower looking to raise your chilli growing game? Are you getting tired of cooking and eating your glut of chillies in the same way? If so, then this half day Chilli Growing & Cooking Masterclass is designed for you.
11th September 2019
Fermentation & Seasonal Preservation Masterclass
Ever wanted to try your hand at the world of fermentation? Are you a seasoned grower looking for new ways to preserve your harvest glut? If so, then this half day Fermentation & Seasonal Veg Preservation Workshop is designed for you.
5th October 2019
Autumn Wreath Making Workshop
Wreaths are not just for Christmas, they are beautiful at any time of the year as a celebration of each season.
15th October 2019
Vegan Cookery Demo
Join us for a veg-focused vegan adventure led by the Riverford Chef and vegan cookbook author Bob Andrews. Learn a whole host of techniques and approaches to help keep you and your tastebuds inspired.
29th October 2019
Autumn Veg Cookery Demo
Join us this autumn as we show you how to prepare and cook some warming recipes as the weather turns. Enjoy a fun and relaxed two hour cookery demonstration followed by a three-course lunch in The Riverford Field Kitchen.
19th November 2019
Veg Masterclass
Our chefs are renowned from taking ordinary vegetables and creating extraordinary dishes with them and now it's your turn to not just be inspired but learn how to do it yourself.
26th November 2019
Veg Masterclass
Our chefs are renowned from taking ordinary vegetables and creating extraordinary dishes with them and now it's your turn to not just be inspired but learn how to do it yourself.
Dining Events
Farm tours
See where we grow ingredients for your lunch or supper! Our head gardener Penny will give you a guided tour of our gardens, polytunnels and fields and talk to you about our organic farming methods. Pick your own optional!
Fish Fridays
We’ve teamed up with Chris Bean from the sustainable Kernowsashimi fishery in Cornwall to bring you Fish Fridays. For lunch and supper, expect all the Field Kitchen magic, but with a fishy twist.
Meat-Free Mondays
Once a week, we put on a special vegetarian feast. For lunch and supper, expect all the Riverford Field Kitchen magic, but with a meat-free twist.