Culinary Programs

The Zachry Foundation Culinary Garden and CHEF Teaching Kitchen offers a garden-to-table experience that deepen the connections between gardening, plant-based cooking, and cuisines from around the world. Culinary programming includes experiences featuring the Garden’s in-house culinary team, local guest chefs and horticulturists, cookbook authors, breweries, distilleries, and wineries.

Culinary programming is also available for children and their families using the Culinary Health Education for Families (CHEF) curriculum which teaches basic nutrition and practical cooking skills. The program motivates participants to adopt and sustain healthier eating habits by learning to cook well, eat well and live well.

Featured Recipes

Download recipes written by the Garden Culinary team using fresh produce grown in the Garden.

Upcoming Culinary Classes

Read the Botanical Garden’s Registration and Cancellation Policies for information about member discounts, refunds and more.

Date Night: Moonlight in the Garden

Saturday, April 27, 2024 | 7 – 9 pm Bring your partner out for a fun and romantic date night of cooking in the Garden. Experience a special hands-on cooking class with our Chef and a themed cocktail while you enjoy the beauty of the Culinary Garden and learn to cook homemade pizza! Classes on […]
Apr 27
7:00 pm9:00 pm
San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX

Raising the Bar: Berry Shrub

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 | 6:30-7:30pm Join us for the Raising the Bar series if you are interested in adding new flavors to your home bar! Learn to make shrubs, infused liquor, bitters, and more from scratch! In this class learn to make a berry shrub, enjoy a cocktail and a chef prepared light meal, […]
May 08
6:30 pm7:30 pm
San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX

Mother and Child Cooking Class

Friday, May 10, 2024 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Celebrate mom with a cooking class for mothers and children! In this cooking class, our Garden Chef’s mother, Chef Marianna Outlaw, will lead us through a delicious and nutritious cooking lesson involving ingredients from our culinary garden. Recommended for children 8 and older and adult children […]
May 10
6:30 pm8:30 pm
San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX

Foodie Cinema: Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961)

Friday, May 17, 2024 | 7:00-9:00 p.m.  Join us for our next foodie cinema featuring Breakfast at Tiffany’s. During this classic film, enjoy a cocktail and several delicious, themed dinner items prepared by our Garden Chef. Films are shown in our indoor setting with a garden view. G, 1h 55m. Ages 21+. Instructors: Garden Culinary Team […]
May 17
7:00 pm9:00 pm
San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX

Herbology: Create a Steak & Vegetable Rub

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 | 6:30-7:30pm Learn how to flavor foods with herbs and spices and take your home cooking to the next level. In this class, harvest herbs from the Culinary Garden and learn about steak rubs and how to use them on meat and vegetables. Make your own to take home. Age 16+ […]
May 22
6:30 pm7:30 pm
San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX

Date Night: Pappardelle Bolognese

Saturday, May 25, 2024 | 7:00-9:00 p.m. Grab your partner and get ready for a romantic night of cooking in the Garden!  Learn to make Bolognese, an Italian meat sauce, and enjoy it with a glass of wine in the moonlit garden. Sign up quick before this class sells out! Classes on cold nights will […]
May 25
7:00 pm9:00 pm
San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX

Creative Cocktails: Butterfly Pea and Bunny ‘tails

Thursday, May 30, 2024 | 6:30-7:30 pm               In celebration of Huntopia make butterfly pea and “rabbit food” cocktails and mocktails. In this class learn how to add fresh juices to your cocktails to add a health kick to your night in the Garden! Enjoy your creation and a light chef created meal! Before taking this […]
May 30
6:30 pm7:30 pm
San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX

Culinary Passport: Japan

Friday, May 31, 2024 | 7:00-9:00 p.m. In this class learn about the culinary culture and traditions of Japan. Learn to make several refreshing, regional dishes which incorporate fish and produce from our garden. Enjoy a cup of sake or a tea service with the culinary team. Ages 18+ Instructors: Garden Culinary Team Fee: $68 ($58 […]
May 31
7:00 pm9:00 pm
San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX

Foodie Cinema: Stalker (2022)

Friday, October 11, 2024 | 7-9 pm Join us for our next foodie cinema featuring Stalker. During this thriller, enjoy a cocktail and several delicious, themed food items prepared by our Garden Chef. Films are shown in our indoor setting with a garden view. Not Rated, 1h 33m. Ages 21+. Instructors: Garden Culinary Team Fee: […]
Oct 11
7:00 pm9:00 pm
San Antonio Botanical Garden
555 Funston Place, San Antonio, TX
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