##  [Global Gastronomy](/event/global-gastronomy) 

####  Dates 

Jun 01, 2024 12:30:pm

 

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Exclusive Master Class and Gourmet Dinner with UN Food and Agriculture Organization, Goodwill Ambassador for Food, Chef Rodrigo Pacheco.

Growing Chefs! Ontario, [The Grove](https://www.thegrovewfd.com/) and [The Middlesex London Food Policy Council](https://mlfpc.ca/) are thrilled to announce an exclusive event featuring renowned Ecuadorian Chef, Rodrigo Pacheco. This exceptional occasion promises to blend culinary excellence with a profound commitment to sustainability and biodiversity. Join us for an unforgettable journey into the world of gastronomy, sustainability and environmental stewardship.  
  
**Date:** Saturday, June 1, 2024 (ONE day, TWO spectacular events)

*\*\*Tickets sold separately for EACH event.Themes of sustainability and cooking in harmony with nature will be present in both events but each promises unique takeaways and experiences.*

**Master Class (12:30 – 3:00 pm) – $325pp**  
Prepare to experience a once in a lifetime opportunity for an exclusive, hands-on cooking class led by celebrity Chef Rodrigo Pacheco. Participants will work directly with Chef Pacheco to prepare three types of fresh, sustainable ceviches using sustainably sourced and foraged, seasonal ingredients.

**Theme:** Fresh and Sustainable Ceviches

**Venue:** Growing Chefs! Ontario Headquarters, 460 King St.  
  
**What to Expect:**  
\- Interactive, hands-on instruction and guidance from Chef Rodrigo Pacheco.  
\- A light meal to taste your creations.  
\- All recipes from the class.  
\- Photo opportunities with Chef Pacheco.  
\- Curated take home basket with local goods.  
\- Welcome cocktail upon arrival.

### **[Master Class Tickets](https://growingchefsontario.square.site/product/master-class-experience/274?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false)**

**Gourmet Dinner (6:00 – 9:00 pm) – $225pp**  
Join us for a one-of-a-kind dining experience specifically curated by Ecuadorian Chef, Rodrigo Pacheco.  
  
**Theme**: Connecting Ecosystems, Wisdom and Flavours  
  
**Venue**: \*NEW\* The Chef’s Table, Fanshawe College campus, 130 Dundas St., London  
  
**What to expect:**  
\- \*3 course, family-style feast including local wine tastings.  
\- Mingle and cash bar upon arrival.  
\- A presentation from Chef Rodrigo Pacheco about his work with the Bocavaldivia Foundation.  
\- Network with community partners about their efforts on restoration, sustainability and conservation.  
\- Live music curated by the London Music Office.  
  
*\*Dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice*  
  
\*\*\*Tax receipts available for EACH event:

1. $150 per each Master Class ticket;
2. $100 per each Gourmet Dinner ticket.

### [Gourmet Dinner Tickets](https://growingchefsontario.square.site/product/gourmet-dinner-experience/275?sa=true&qs=true&vfd=true)

For table purchase opportunities, please connect directly with our Executive Administrator, Jen Wyant, via email at: [jen@​growingchefsontario.​ca](mailto:jen@growingchefsontario.ca).  
  
Learn more about Chef Rodrigo’s inspiring story leading his Bocavaldivia Foundation with a mission to build the largest edible forest in the world.

[Rodrigo Pacheco | Inspirational Story | BocaValdivia | Edible Forest](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZDVyJGpK_A)



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