The Ecology Center

This vibrant ecological oasis in San Juan Capistrano is an undeniably beautiful place to set the long table. The 28-acre bounty of organic vegetables, fruit trees, and flowers is surrounded by a swath of rolling hills and is close enough to the coast to catch a whiff of the sea. It’s also quite inspiring to hear from host farmer Evan Marks, a visionary when it comes to building a more sustainable, community-driven future. He converted this once vacant lot into the bountiful agricultural center it is today. And he continues to serve the community through educational programming, community outreach, farm apprenticeships and festivities. We’ll honor that vision with a shared meal from chefs Ashley and Tyler Wells, the enthusiastic and talented team behind L.A.’s beloved All Time. Their unique and colorful menus are known to showcase the glorious local produce of Southern California — so they’re sure to have some fun with the winter bounty at The Ecology Center.