Stacey Murphy

Fermentation: A Guide to Sauerkraut Mastery

Shhh... Want to know a secret? Your foods can go further—through fermenting! Discover how to turn your homegrown vegetables into mouthwatering delights with Stacey Murphy's engaging presentation. Learn the benefits of fermentation, how to play with food flavors, and the simple joy of creating your own probiotic-rich concoctions that elevate both your garden's yield and your health.

Stacey has traveled to gardens, farms, and homesteads across the globe and has curated best practices from coast to coast. Stacey envisions a world where everyone is nourished by the magic of fresh, affordable, and culturally exciting food…extra points if it is homegrown. She is one of the world’s top gardening experts, featured on Martha Stewart Radio and PBS’s Growing a Greener World and once appeared on “The David Letterman Show” featuring a giant radish! She is known for her superpower of packing, literally, tons of vegetables and herbs into tight spaces, and she has helped thousands of new gardeners from six continents enjoy fresh, affordable food grown at home–whether in a pot on a window sill or a front lawn full of veggies.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, RDN

Garden Fresh Cooking: Black Bean Burgers

Say farewell to frozen patties and hello to homemade healthiness! Join Nicole Andrea-Russert on a culinary adventure and learn to make your own mouth-watering black bean burgers in under 30 minutes. Not only will you save money, but you'll also be infusing your meals with a bounty of nutrients. Get ready to elevate your burger game and enjoy a tastier, healthier meal!

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN, is Food Revolution Network’s Lead Dietitian and Recipe Developer. Her focus is plant-based eating for the body and the mind, as well as for the health of the planet. She is the author of The Fiber Effect: Stop Counting Calories and Start Counting Fiber for Better Health and The Vegan Athlete’s Nutrition Handbook: The Essential Guide for Plant-Based Performance, and co-author, with Ocean Robbins, of Real Superfoods Cookbook and Powered by Plants, scheduled to release in October 2024. She’s a nutrition spokesperson for The Weather Channel’s “AMHQ” and “Pattrn”, and she has been featured in Eating Well, Women’s Health, Yoga Journal, Forbes Health, and Business Insider. She lives in Atlanta with her husband, Ricky, and rescue dog, Mariposa.

Tom Bartels

How to Preserve Kale, Beets, and Sweet Potatoes for Peak Flavor

Why did the kale leaf the garden party? It had a hard time ‘blending’ in! Why? Beets me! All jokes aside, join and discover the timeless nutrition of purple Peruvian potatoes, the robust growth of Thousand Head kale, and the innovative snack of beet jerky. Learn practical tips for cultivating, processing, and storing these nutrient-dense foods to enjoy their benefits year-round. Essentially, it’s ‘powder’ful stuff!

Tom Bartels lives in Durango, CO at 6400 feet of elevation where he grows 1000 lbs of organic food in the 130-day season at his home each year. He's been using biointensive methods since 2001 and shows others how to do the same, regardless of where they live or the size of their garden. He created Growfoodwell.com to help people learn how to use a natural systems approach to increase nutritional density per square foot while reducing labor. Tom has been an environmental educator for over 25 years and advocates an accelerated transition to organics and local food models for multiple benefits.

Kim Murphy

Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries with Vegan Chipotle Ranch Dressing

Craving a snack that’s delicious and guilt-free? Join Kim from Simply Plant-Based Kitchen in this cooking demo to learn how to make crispy zucchini fries and a delectable vegan chipotle ranch dressing that will have your taste buds tingling. Discover a simple, healthy, and flavorful recipe that will elevate your snack game and delight your palate. Elevate your snacking game to a whole new level!

Kim Murphy is a certified Plant Based Health Coach and the founder of Simply Plant Based Kitchen and an Amazon best-selling author of her new book, Plant Powered. She was inspired to start a whole food plant based lifestyle to improve her own health after she lost her dad to Alzheimer’s. Kim started her business, Simply Plant-Based Kitchen, because she wanted to help busy and overwhelmed people learn how to make whole-food, plant-based eating simple, easy, and delicious. Her goal is to help others feel amazing and achieve their best health.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, RDN

How to Avoid Food Waste

Provide profit to your pockets and the planet! Discover how to make your groceries last longer and contribute to a greener planet with Nicole Dandrea-Russert’s valuable tips on food preservation. Learn the ins and outs of proper produce storage, creative reuse of scraps, and methods to prevent food waste, benefiting both your budget and the environment.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN, is Food Revolution Network’s Lead Dietitian and Recipe Developer. Her focus is plant-based eating for the body and the mind, as well as for the health of the planet. She is the author of The Fiber Effect: Stop Counting Calories and Start Counting Fiber for Better Health and The Vegan Athlete’s Nutrition Handbook: The Essential Guide for Plant-Based Performance, and co-author, with Ocean Robbins, of Real Superfoods Cookbook and Powered by Plants, scheduled to release in October 2024. She’s a nutrition spokesperson for The Weather Channel’s “AMHQ” and “Pattrn”, and she has been featured in Eating Well, Women’s Health, Yoga Journal, Forbes Health, and Business Insider. She lives in Atlanta with her husband, Ricky, and rescue dog, Mariposa.

Kami McBride

Herbal Vinegars for Your Healing Pantry & Apothecary

Raspberries are red; chive flowers are… well, pink; make your own dressing, faster than you think! Immerse yourself in the art of creating your own raspberry vinaigrette with our easy-to-follow guide. Learn how to blend fresh raspberries, organic rose petals, and rose geranium into a flavorful dressing that enriches your meals and nourishes your soul.

Kami McBride is the author of The Herbal Kitchen and many online courses that help you to build confidence and skill using herbs in your daily life for prevention and self-care. Kami’s 35 years of teaching herbal medicine is steeped in her calling to inspire a culture that embraces taking care of our bodies with healing herbs, a deep connection with Earth, and a lifestyle that passes this knowledge on to our children. Kami has taught herbal medicine at University of California, San Francisco School of Nursing, and the Integral Health Masters’ program at the California Institute of Integral Studies. She has helped thousands of families learn to use herbs for their primary wellness strategy. Her online courses help people from all walks of life become skilled in using herbs for prevention and herbal self-care, even if you are just starting out on your herbal knowledge journey. Connect with Kami at www.KamiMcBride.com.

Crystal Meserole

Rose Hip & Ginger Quick Jam

What's the key to maximizing your time in the kitchen? Unlocking a new skill: quick jams! Start with our informative video on rose hip and ginger–a delectable, delightful treat. You'll learn how to enhance nutrition and flavor while saving time and energy. Add a homemade touch to your pantry without the hassle of the long, drawn-out process of canning!

Crystal owns and operates a one-woman wholesale commercial living microgreen operation in the mountains of western North Carolina. After working and managing local restaurants for over a decade, she saw the need for chefs to have access to more affordable, organic food for the delicious creations that they craft for our communities.

Crystal is currently the Content Director for Grow Your Own Vegetables and runs their garden membership Harvest Club, helping growers all over the world get more fresh food with less effort. She hopes to stand as a clear example to anyone who thinks they can’t grow. You can. Anyone can. With the right system, mindsets, and mentor, everything becomes possible.

Lauren Groves

Fresh Rosemary & Roasted Garlic Bread Boule

Invite the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread into your home! Unveil the magic of this rosemary and roasted garlic bread recipe. Delve into an easy to follow step-by-step guide that will lead you to a deliciously golden and aromatic loaf that's as enjoyable to make as it is to eat!

Lauren is a team member here at GYOV, where she serves as our Online Operations & Customer Service Director; she has her hands in just about everything around here! Her passion lies in problem-solving and establishing meaningful connections with students to ensure they receive the support they need.

Outside of work, Lauren's life revolves around her animals on a bustling mini-farm. She tends to a menagerie that includes two large horses, one miniature horse, two miniature donkeys, six goats, five dogs, and a flock of chickens. When she's not in the barn or paddock, you'll likely find her perfecting her bread-making skills.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, RDN

Garden Fresh Cooking: Vegetable Broth

Soups, stews, and sauces– oh my! Come discover the art of crafting a homemade vegetable broth with Nicole Dandrea-Russert, and learn how to turn simple veggie scraps into a rich and flavorful base that will elevate your cooking and reduce kitchen waste.

Nichole Dandrea-Russert, MS, RDN, is Food Revolution Network’s Lead Dietitian and Recipe Developer. Her focus is plant-based eating for the body and the mind, as well as for the health of the planet. She is the author of The Fiber Effect: Stop Counting Calories and Start Counting Fiber for Better Health and The Vegan Athlete’s Nutrition Handbook: The Essential Guide for Plant-Based Performance, and co-author, with Ocean Robbins, of Real Superfoods Cookbook and Powered by Plants, scheduled to release in October 2024. She’s a nutrition spokesperson for The Weather Channel’s “AMHQ” and “Pattrn”, and she has been featured in Eating Well, Women’s Health, Yoga Journal, Forbes Health, and Business Insider. She lives in Atlanta with her husband, Ricky, and rescue dog, Mariposa.

Stacey Murphy

Homemade Quick Pickles with Unlimited Flavor

What’s the dill with pickling? Traditionally, it takes too long. Unleash the power of quick pickling with the guidance of Stacy Murphy–you’ll relish in the results! Learn how to preserve your veggies in a fun and flavorful way, ensuring they stay crunchy and delicious. Whether you're a seasoned pickler or a curious newbie, this presentation will equip you with creative pickling techniques that you can tailor to your taste.

Stacey has traveled to gardens, farms, and homesteads across the globe and has curated best practices from coast to coast. Stacey envisions a world where everyone is nourished by the magic of fresh, affordable, and culturally exciting food…extra points if it is homegrown. She is one of the world’s top gardening experts, featured on Martha Stewart Radio and PBS’s Growing a Greener World and once appeared on “The David Letterman Show” featuring a giant radish! She is known for her superpower of packing, literally, tons of vegetables and herbs into tight spaces, and she has helped thousands of new gardeners from six continents enjoy fresh, affordable food grown at home–whether in a pot on a window sill or a front lawn full of veggies.