You don’t need a big backyard or a green thumb to start growing fresh ingredients at home. Simple Starts is designed for anyone looking to take the first step in growing their own food—whether it’s herbs on a windowsill, greens in a container, or sprouts on a kitchen counter. With easy, approachable techniques, you’ll gain the confidence to grow something fresh, no matter your space or experience level. Because every small start leads to something bigger.
Flowers You Can Eat
Discover flowers that grow well in Florida and look—and taste!—lovely on your plate. Taste a lite bite to excite your palate, and plant some seeds to take home.
A fresh start for your green thumb!
Meet Your Educator, Dr. Laura Varich.
Dr. Varich is passionate about empowering others with research-backed nutrition and lifestyle medicine. Inspired by the rise of diet-related health issues, she has studied thousands of research papers and follows the work of leading experts in the field. With a medical background and a lifelong love of fresh, healthy food, she is dedicated to making practical, wellness advice accessible to schools, workplaces, and communities. A wife and mother, she believes that simple, delicious choices can transform health and improve quality of life for all.
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Saturday, April 5th
9:30AM - 10:30AM
$25/participant (13+ years old)
Release for Media Recording
Edible Education Experience, Inc. (EEE) periodically use photographs, video tape, or digital recordings of activities and events for positive promotional materials and as part of instructional programs in print material, social media and on our website. I understand that EEE will not disclose names, identities, or personal information of any kind in association with the images. I give permission to use attendees' photographs.
Release for Medical Liability
I understand I am attending this class at my own risk and release Edible Education Experience, Inc. from liability from damages arising from personal injury on or about the premises.
If student is under 18, I give permission for my child to attend this class and accept the inherent risks of cooking and gardening and release Edible Education Experience, Inc. from liability from damages arising from personal injury on or about the premises.
Dietary Information
This program features a vegetarian-friendly lite bite.
No refunds for cancellations made within 5 days of the class date. If the class does not reach the minimum number of students (10) by registration close date, subject to cancellation by EEE with full refund.