Edible Events

Edible Events Dec. 1: Digging Deeper Film & Book Series At this free monthly event put on by Fall Creek Gardens, people gather to talk about a book or movie on urban farming and gardening. December’s topic is the book “Food not Lawns: How to Turn Your Yard into a Garden and Your Neighborhood into a Community” by H.C. Flores. 6:30–8:30pm at Mapleton-Fall Creek Development Center, 130 East 30th St. Other dates in the series are Jan 5. and Feb. 2. www.fallcreekgardens.org

Dec. 1–31: Charm of the Season Visit all six wineries on the Indy Wine Trail this month and get a wine tasting, glass of wine, discounts and ornament at each, plus a winebottle tote at the end. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 on site. www.indywinetrail.com

Dec. 8: Terre Foods Hosts Local Foods Discussion

Terre Foods Co-op, in partnership with Bloomingfoods, Clabber Girl and the Local Growers Guild, will host a panel discussion on the topic “Local Foods – If It’s So Good For Us, Why Is It So Hard To Find?” This free event is open to the public at Clabber Girl on the corner of Wabash and 9th Street in Terre Haute, starting at 6:30 pm.

Dec. 10 & 17: Christmas On The Farm

Traders Point Creamery in Zionsville hosts its annual festivities on two Saturdays in December, with a visit from Old St. Nick and reindeer, sleigh-hayrides around the farm, live music, caroling and crafts for kids. The free event is from 9am–2pm. 9101 Moore Road. www.traderspointcreamery.com

Dec. 13: Chef JJ’s Smoking Class

Learn all about the art of smoking in Chef JJ’s very own backyard using the famous Big Green Egg. This class takes place at “The Chef’s Table” where you can see all the action from prep work to grilling. Class participants are welcome to get involved and ask a lot of questions, and of course sample the food and drink. You are sure to get a unique dining experience that is both educational and entertaining, while eating fresh, local food. Tickets must be purchased in advance for $55. Class begins at 6:30pm. 1040 Broad Ripple Ave. www.chefjjs.com

Jan. 17–19: Indiana Horticulture Congress

This convention and trade show for crop growers features educational programs, a wine reception, cider contest and networking events. Events take place at the Wyndham Indianapolis West, 2544 Executive Drive. Registration starts at $55. www.inhortcongress.org

Jan. 24: Pizza on the Big Green Egg at Chef JJ’s

Cooking pizza on the Big Green Egg is not only super easy, it’s also so much better than those other guys can ever dream of! You are sure to get a unique dining experience that is both educational and entertaining, while eating fresh, local food. Tickets must be purchased in advance for $45 and class begins at 6:30pm. 1040 Broad Ripple Ave. www.chefjjs.com

Feb. 4: Taste of the NFL’s Party with a

Purpose Chefs from NFL cities prepare signature dishes alongside current and former players for this charity dinner. The strolling event features wine and a silent auction, with proceeds going to Gleaners Food Bank and other hunger organizations. Tickets are $600. www.tasteofthenfl.com/superbowlevent

Feb. 11 & 12: Wine Lovers Trail Wineries on the Indy Wine trail will offer wine tastings and chocolate pairings. Visit all six wineries to get a wine-bottle tote. Tickets are $25 in advance, $30 on site. www.indywinetrail.com

Feb. 26 & 27: Parke County Maple Syrup

Fair Eat pancakes, stock up on maple syrup and take home some maple syrup cookies at this festival, 8am–4pm both days at the Parke County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1472 North U.S. Highway 41, Rockville. There are also off-site tours of maple syrup camps. www.coveredbridges.com

Feb. 28: Sushi- Hands On at Chef JJ’s

Ever wanted to make your own sushi rolls? Come learn the tricks and styles from Chef Eli Anderson at H2O sushi. Come get a unique dining experience that is both educational and entertaining, while eating fresh, local food. Tickets must be purchased in advance for $55 and class begins at 6:30pm. 1040 Broad Ripple Ave. www.chefjjs.com