Summer is one of the most abundant times of year for herbs. Whether you grow a few pots on a patio or have a dedicated herb garden, this is the perfect season to learn how to make the most of what is growing around you.
In this relaxed and practical workshop, we will explore a variety of culinary and useful herbs growing in the garden. You will learn how to identify, harvest and use them in everyday life, from flavouring meals to creating refreshing summer drinks and preserving herbs for the months ahead.
How to identify common culinary herbs
When and how to harvest herbs for the best flavour
Ways to use fresh herbs in cooking
Ideas for herbal teas and refreshing summer drinks
How to preserve herbs for autumn and winter use
Simple tips for growing healthy, productive herbs
Guided walk through the herb and vegetable gardens
Seasonal discussion about harvesting and preserving herbs
Practical demonstrations and examples
Time for questions and sharing ideas
By the end of the workshop, you will have plenty of inspiration for using herbs in your kitchen throughout the year.
Workshop and garden tour
Seasonal herb handout
Tea, coffee or a homemade herbal drink
Homemade sweet treat
Date: Thursday 16 July 2026
Time: 9:00 – 12:00
Price: €25 per person
Group Size: Maximum 15 participants
Location: Our farmhouse garden in rural France
After the workshop, participants may choose to stay for:
a homemade lunch
a guided tour of a developing food forest hosted by our neighbours
(available on selected workshop dates)
If you cannot attend this date, you can join the newsletter to hear about future workshops.
Private groups are available on request.
Summer is one of the most abundant times of year for herbs. Whether you grow a few pots on a patio or have a dedicated herb garden, this is the perfect season to learn how to make the most of what is growing around you.
In this relaxed and practical workshop, we will explore a variety of culinary and useful herbs growing in the garden. You will learn how to identify, harvest and use them in everyday life, from flavouring meals to creating refreshing summer drinks and preserving herbs for the months ahead.
How to identify common culinary herbs
When and how to harvest herbs for the best flavour
Ways to use fresh herbs in cooking
Ideas for herbal teas and refreshing summer drinks
How to preserve herbs for autumn and winter use
Simple tips for growing healthy, productive herbs
Guided walk through the herb and vegetable gardens
Seasonal discussion about harvesting and preserving herbs
Practical demonstrations and examples
Time for questions and sharing ideas
By the end of the workshop, you will have plenty of inspiration for using herbs in your kitchen throughout the year.
Workshop and garden tour
Seasonal herb handout
Tea, coffee or a homemade herbal drink
Homemade sweet treat
Date: Thursday 16 July 2026
Time: 9:00 – 12:00
Price: €25 per person
Group Size: Maximum 15 participants
Location: Our farmhouse garden in rural France
After the workshop, participants may choose to stay for:
a homemade lunch
a guided tour of a developing food forest hosted by our neighbours
(available on selected workshop dates)
If you cannot attend this date, you can join the newsletter to hear about future workshops.
Private groups are available on request.
English
The workshops are taught by Karolien, who speaks English, French, and Dutch, making them accessible to a wide audience.
Our cozy studio is located at:
4 La Lande, 87360 Verneuil-Moustiers, France
