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How often can you tour a working farm and have a fabulous dinner as well? Wood Duck Farm offers…read morejust that. Held about once every other month, Van Weldon, owner of Wood Duck Farm, opens his farm to visitors for a tour and dinner prepared by a chef. The latest dinner held was prepared by Drew Wilson (former executive chef of Benjy's). Our experience started with an informal reception, while we waited for all the guests to arrive. Once everyone was there, we proceeded with the farm tour. Van grows various types of lettuce, tomatoes, herbs, micro greens, broccoli, beets to name a few. He also raises chicken and pigs, all of which you will see during the roughly 60-minute tour. Our dinner consists of food produced by his farm or from surrounding local farms. Chef Drew did a terrific job in keeping the foods simple, allowing the freshness of the food to speak for itself. Dinner was a five-course meal, served family style. Drinks were BYOW however, they do provide water, iced tea and lemonade. If you don't feel like driving an hour away to Cleveland, you can catch Van every Saturday morning at Urban Harvest Farmer's Market in Houston. In addition to fresh produce, he also sells a variety of prepared foods like whole smoked chicken and seasonal soups to name a few.

Contrary to its name, Animal Farm isn't quite an animal farm. They do have two sizable chicken…read morecoups, a horse, a pony, pigs, some dogs and a few other small animals on the property, but those are mostly for cultivating purposes. Animal Farm is actually a 70+-acre property complete with a permaculture center, yoga center, extensive certified organic garden of arugula, tomatoes, legumes, summer squash, sunchokes, sweet peppers, swiss chard, tomatoes, turnips and other foods that you'll find at local (including Houston) farmers markets and on the menus at several Houston and Austin restaurants - Local Foods, Haven and Sorrel Bistro, just to name a few. A few weeks ago, I had the opportunity to check out Animal Farm for a tour and a seven-course farm dinner hosted along with Roots Bistro, 13 Celsius, and a few other local participants. It was a unique and educational experience in which we learned about the 20-year history of Animal Farm and its permaculture techniques directly from founders (and former Houstonians) Guita Van Woerden and husband Cas. Not only do I looked forward to attending another Animal Farm dinners (about $120 per person), but on my next visit to an Urban Harvest farmers market, I'll head straight to their booth to purchase some freshly harvested and delicious arugula and sunchokes.

Initially, I discovered Animal Farm through Urban Harvest Farmers Market (Eastside). They are…read morecertified organic and the only farm in the area that seem to be. They use permaculture principles as part of their farming practices. I admire them for what they do. Frankly, when I start my farm, I would love to utilize their techniques. I've visited the farm twice for farm-to-table dinners last year. The owners are lovely and laid-back. Both times I went, Gita offered a tour and provided a brief overview of how Animal Farm started. It was her idea and she is truly an inspiration. She had no agricultural background at all. The property is about 70 acres and only 20 acres is being used. I believe they live off the grid by using solar power. They offer a CSA program. They grow herbs and all sorts of vegetables and fruits. And also a huge variety of the most beautiful flowers I have ever seen!!! I have been buying produce from them every single time I go to Urban Harvest. Some of the vegetables are: jerusalem artichokes, cauliflower (in different colors), rainbow carrots, green onions, broccoli, arugula, romaine lettuce, beets, turnips, different radishes, bell peppers (all colors), shishito peppers, tuscano kale, dragon tongue beans, cucumbers, eggplants, all sorts of squash, etc. Some fruits: blackberries, jujubes, mulberries, a variety of tomatoes, persimmons, fijoas. I highly recommend you visit their farm in Cat Spring and check out their farm-to-table dinners. Follow them on facebook to see upcoming events. Also, you can pay them a visit at Rice University Farmers Market (every Tuesday) or Urban Harvest Eastside (every Saturday).

Came here to drop off some organics for their compost! A cute little farm in the middle of the…read moreurban second ward. Got to taste the best banana of my life too.

From the owner: We're Houston's only privately-owned farm in the 610 loop. We offer a CSA - which stands for…read moreCommunity Supported Agriculture. It's a model that was established to help communities invest and connect with their local farmers in a real and direct way. We host school groups from all over Houston and students of all ages to learn more about where their food comes from. Our outdoor venue is a great space for dinners, fundraisers, wedding receptions, birthday parties, and endless special events.

Our family is so excited to have a local farm near our home. Jerry Johnson is the owner and farmer…read moreresponsible for this wonderful patch of beautiful produce. Jerry was so kind and eagerly showed us the land. This is an organic natural farm... no chemicals no pesticides! We got a weekly box of produce subscription for $30 ( 15 pounds of produce). Highly recommend! It contains what is in season and growing on the farming. Jerry rotates his crops with the season. Jerry even let our 19 month old son run around and see how our food is grown. We will become regulars for sure! Jerry is very knowledgeable and passionate. We took our produce home and I made dinner with our super fresh vegetables. We received yellow squash, patty squash, cucumbers, lettuces ( multiple kinds ), red and yellow/white onions, dill, carrots, radish, tomatoes, okra, banana peppers, and green bell peppers. Jerry even gave us helpful tips for storing our produce. This will help keep us motivated to eat healthy and eat local.

From the owner: We grow all of our vegetables biologically read more