Farm-To-Table Events
Here at Tanaka Farms, it can’t get much fresher than a few hundred feet away! Lots of places can say they are “farm-to-table,” but when we say it, we really mean it!
Throughout the year we have many different types of farm-to-table events. Hilltop Luncheons, U-Pick Cookouts, Cooking Demos, and more! Scroll down for info on all the different options. From Valentine’s Day Dinners to BBQ Cookouts, there is sure to be an event for everyone!
Farm-to-Table Cookout Tours
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The Farm-To-Table Cookout Tour is a unique Tanaka Farms experience! Spend a few hours at the farm harvesting vegetables, then enjoy a true farm-to-table meal! You'll take a guided walking tour around the farm where you will be able to pick your own seasonal veggies in the field.
Then, we'll take you to our shaded cookout area where we will prepare and serve a farm-to-table meal!
The meal will include: Fire-Grilled Smokehouse Maple Chicken (or Fire-Grilled Saucy BBQ Tofu), grilled vegetables, our signature Kale and Strawberry Salad, and fresh fruit for dessert. It also includes a bottle of water.
Includes: Walking tour, lunch, veggies to bring home, a re-usable bag, and visiting with the Barnyard Animals. This experience lasts 2 to 3 hours.
Adults (13 & up) $45 each (Chicken or Veggie Meal)
Children (4-12 years) $30 each (Chicken or Veggie Meal)
Children (3 years & under) are FREE
Military Servicemembers $22.50 each Active, retired, or veteran. Must show valid military ID at check-in. Discount applies to servicembers ONLY. Thank you for your service.
This tour is also available for private parties with a minimum of 30 paid attendees. CLICK HERE to request a reservation.
Summer Nights at the Farm U-Pick Tour Farm-to-Table Cookout
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Enjoy a gorgeous wagon tour around the farm, making stops to pick produce right in the fields where it grows! Then visit with our Barnyard friends, and enjoy music, while dining al fresco!
The meal will include: A farm-to-table cookout featuring beef or chicken, (or Fire-Grilled Saucy BBQ Tofu), seasonal grilled vegetables, farm fresh salads, and seasonal fruit for dessert. *Vegan and vegetarian options available, prepared in a shared kitchen.
Includes: Wagon tour, dinner, veggies to bring home, a re-usable bag, and visiting with the Barnyard Animals. This experience lasts 2 to 3 hours.
Adults (13 & up) $59 each
Children (4-12 years) $39 each
Children (3 years & under) No Charge
Military Servicemembers $29.50 each (Active, retired, or veteran. Must show valid military ID at check-in. Discount applies to servicembers ONLY. Thank you for your service.)
Farm-to-Table Afternoon Tea
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Join us for a Tanaka take on a proper afternoon tea! Enjoy farm-to table tea sandwiches, salad, sweets, and, of course, tea! Wear your fancy hats and farm-appropriate attire. Please, please wear comfortable shoes that you don't mind getting dirty! This is still a farm, after all. Your hostess, Marshalle, will serve up a traditional tea menu with a Tanaka twist, and you will learn about the farm’s history with storytelling by staff and guests. After tea, enjoy a wagon ride around our beautiful farm.
The menu will include: A selection of Black & Herbal Teas served with sugar cubes, honey, and cream, followed by a Scone Course: Scratch-baked fresh scones with a selection of jams, whipped cream, and lemon curd. Savory Course: Farm fresh salads, quiche, and a selction of finger sandwiches with Tanaka Farms fresh veggies. Dessert Course: A selection of sweets and treats.
This event is limited to those 12 years and older.
Adults (12 & up) $65 each
Military Servicemembers $32.50 each Active, retired, or veteran. Must show valid military ID at check-in. Discount applies to servicembers ONLY. Thank you for your service.
This event is also available for private parties with a minimum of 30 paid attendees. CLICK HERE to request a reservation.
Free Farm-to-Table Cooking Demonstrations.
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Throughout the year we will be offering cooking demos from local chefs and foodies featuring our Tanaka Farms grown produce! Wondering what to do with that Swiss Chard?
There is no additional charge to attend the cooking demos, as they are included with your General Admission, Farm Tour, or other event tickets.
As a perk of being a member of our Community Supported Agriculture program, CSA Members get FREE General Admission with up to 4 guests!
Pancake Breakfast at the Farm
Dates and Times TBA
Join us for a pancake breakfast at Tanaka Farms. Take a wagon ride around the farm, then grab some pancakes topped with maple syrup, fresh berries, and whipped cream, veggie egg scramble, sausage, and coffee, juice, or water. After breakfast, visit with the Barnyard Animals!
Adults (13 & up) $29 each
Children (4-12 years) $19 each
Children (3 years & under) No Charge
Military Servicemembers $14.50 each (Active, retired, or veteran. Must show valid military ID at check-in. Discount applies to servicembers ONLY. Thank you for your service.)
Farm-to-Table Cooking Demo Tours
Available for private groups of 15 or more. On occasion, we will also offer this tour to the public.
Spend a few hours at the farm harvesting the vegetables needed to prepare a specific farm-to-table recipe developed to showcase the seasonal produce from Tanaka Farms!
You'll take a guided walking tour around the farm where you will be able to pick your own seasonal veggies in the field. We'll then take you to our cook-out area where you will receive a live cooking demonstration, by Chef Joni Marie Newman, on how to prepare the dish. Once the cooking demo is complete, you will enjoy a farm-to-table meal featuring the dish created, seasonal fruit for dessert, and bottled water.
This tour is perfect for birthday celebrations, groups, and corporate team builds. We can work with you to develop a seasonal menu that will meet the dietary needs of your group. This tour lasts 2 to 3 hours.
Adults (13 & up) $50 each
Children (4-12 years) $30 each
Children (3 years & under) are FREE
Military Servicemembers $25.00 Active, retired, or veteran. Must show valid military ID at check-in. Discount applies to servicembers ONLY. Thank you for your service.
Animal-Based Protein $5 per person (All dishes start out plant-based)
This tour is also available for private parties with a minimum of 15 paid attendees. CLICK HERE to request a reservation.
Valentine’s Day Family Farm-to-Table Cookout Tour
11am to 2pm, 2025 dates TBA
Join us for a very special, kid-friendly, Valentine's Day Farm-To-Table Cookout! Chef Jim and his team will be preparing a special meal of chicken, salad, vegetables, and dessert for all to enjoy.
Also included will be Make-Your-Own Chocolate Dipped Strawberries (2 per person), a tractor-pulled wagon ride around the farm, and a visit with the Barnyard Animals.
Adults (13 & up) $49 each
Children (4-12 years) $29 each
Children (3 years & under) No Charge
Military Servicemembers $24.50 (Active, retired, or veteran. Must show valid military ID at check-in. Discount applies to servicembers ONLY. Thank you for your service.)
Valentine’s Day Farm-to-Table Dinner
6pm-9pm, 2025 dates TBA
Join us for a romantic evening at Tanaka Farms! Chef Jim will be curating a very special Farm-To-Table Valentine's Day dinner with your choice of salmon, steak, or vegan entrée, farm-fresh vegetables, roasted potatoes, bread and butter, chocolate-covered strawberries, and dessert. Also included will be a romantic wagon ride around the farm, live music, and dancing.
Adults only, please (16 & up) $79
Military Servicemembers $39.50 (Active, retired, or veteran. Must show valid military ID at check-in. Discount applies to servicembers ONLY. Thank you for your service.)
St. Patrick’s Day Farm-to-Table Cookout Tours
11am to 2pm, 2025 dates TBA
Join us for a very special, St. Patrick’s Day themed U-Pick Tour! Then head back to the covered picnic area where Chef Jim and his Team will serve up some classic St. Patrick’s Day fare!
Menu: Corned Beef, Bangers (or Veggie Bangers*), California Colcannon* (mashed potatoes with greens), Carrots, Cabbage, Salad, Bread, fresh fruit for dessert, and bottled water. (*Vegan-friendly, prepared in a shared kitchen.)
Adults (13 & up) $49 each
Children (4-12 years) $29 each
Children (3 years & under) No Charge
Military Servicemembers $24.50 each (Active, retired, or veteran. Must show valid military ID at check-in. Discount applies to servicembers ONLY. Thank you for your service.)
Mother’s Day Pancake Breakfast at the Farm
8am-10am, 2025 dates TBA
Join us for a special Mother's Day pancake breakfast at Tanaka Farms! Take a wagon ride around the farm, then grab some pancakes topped with maple syrup, fresh berries, and whipped cream, veggie egg scramble, sausage, and coffee, juice, or water. After breakfast, plant your own flowers to take home, and then visit with the Barnyard Animals!
Adults (13 & up) $34 each
Children (4-12 years) $24 each
Children (3 years & under) No Charge
Military Servicemembers $17 each (Active, retired, or veteran. Must show valid military ID at check-in. Discount applies to servicembers ONLY. Thank you for your service.)
Independence Day Farm-to-Table Cookout Tours
11am to 2pm on Saturday & Sunday, July 6th & 7th
Join us for a very special, Independence Day themed U-Pick Tour! Then head back to the covered picnic area where Chef Jim and his Team will serve up some classic 4th of July fare!
Adults (13 & up) $49 each
Children (4-12 years) $29 each
Children (3 years & under) No Charge
Military Servicemembers $24.50 each (Active, retired, or veteran. Must show valid military ID at check-in. Discount applies to servicembers ONLY. Thank you for your service.)
Looking for the Tanaka Grill and catering options?
The Tanaka Grill offers up all your favorites with a Tanaka twist! They can also provide boxed lunches for your group’s field trip or catering for your private party at the farm. For more information CLICK HERE.
Looking for a Private Party tent rental?
Looking for a unique venue for your next birthday party or family reunion? Why not host your gathering on the farm? We offer shaded tents with picnic tables. For more information CLICK HERE.