Totally Local VC's
Farm-to-Fork Dinner Series
Thursday, August 20, 2026 • McCormick Home Ranch
Locally grown. Lovingly prepared. Unforgettably shared.
More Than Dinner
Celebrating 20 Years of Bringing Ventura County to the Table
Since 2006, Totally Local VC’s Farm-to-Fork Dinner Series has created unforgettable evenings in some of Ventura County’s most memorable settings. Each event brings together exceptional chefs, local farmers and purveyors, and outstanding local wineries, breweries, and distilleries to celebrate the incredible bounty of our region.
From the welcoming pre-dinner gathering to a thoughtfully prepared five-course meal, every detail is designed to create an experience that feels both elevated and authentically local. Seasonal menus, local libations, live acoustic music, beautiful table settings, and unforgettable surroundings come together to celebrate Ventura County’s agriculture, cuisine, and community.
Tickets Are Now Available
Thursday, August 20, 2026 • McCormick Home Ranch
Join us for an unforgettable evening beneath the open sky. Enjoy farm-fresh flavors, local libations, and a true taste of Ventura County in a shared, family-style dinner experience.
Our 2026 Farm-to-Fork Dinner Series
Dinner at the McCormick Home Ranch
| Date: | Thursday, August 20, 2026 |
| Time: | 5:30 pm |
| Cost: | $185.00 per person |
| Chef: | Chef Tim Kilcoyne |
| Pastry Chef: | TBA |
| Purveyors: | TBA |
| Beverages: | Wine – Cantara Cellars; Beer – Flat Fish Brewing; Spirits – Ventura Spirits, Rancher’s Daughter Vodka; Coffee – Beacon Coffee |
| Music: | Francisco Leon |
| Rentals: | Amigos Party Rentals, In the Mix Events |
Join us for an unforgettable evening at historic McCormick Home Ranch, where guests will gather beneath the open sky for an al fresco, family-style dinner celebrating Ventura County’s rich agricultural heritage.
Established in 1918 and passed down through four generations of the McCormick family, this working ranch is a true agricultural legacy. Guests will enjoy meandering garden paths, breathtaking landscapes, and an evening set against the backdrop of the ranch’s majestic residence designed by renowned architect Albert C. Martin, who also designed the historic Ventura County Courthouse (now Ventura City Hall).
The evening will feature a five-course, harvest-inspired meal served family-style and thoughtfully crafted by Chef Tim Kilcoyne using fresh, seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms. Paired with local wine and beer, the experience brings guests together around the table to enjoy great food and conversation in a beautiful setting. Along the way, guests will also have the opportunity to meet the farmers, winemakers, and brewers behind each course, ask questions, and hear firsthand about the journey from field to fork.
This event is for guests ages 21 and older. Tickets must be purchased in advance; no on-site ticket sales.
A second Farm-to-Fork dinner is scheduled for Thursday, October 29, 2026.
Details will be announced soon.
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Dinners That Give Back
Every Farm-to-Fork Dinner helps support the Totally Local VC Agricultural Education Foundation and its mission to connect Ventura County students with real-world experiences in agriculture, food production, and culinary arts.
These dinners provide students with a unique opportunity to participate behind the scenes and alongside industry professionals. Students gain hands-on experience in event coordination, catering, and logistics while working directly with chefs, farmers, and service teams, and experiencing the journey from field to fork firsthand.
Totally Local VC Agricultural Education Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
The Farm-to-Fork Dinner Series was created by longtime Ventura resident and Totally Local VC founder Kat Merrick, who explains:
“Our Farm-to-Fork Dinner Series was created to celebrate everything that makes Ventura County special, from our incredible agricultural community and talented local chefs to the unique places that tell the story of our region. Bringing people together around the table creates a deeper connection to the land, the food, and the people who make this community thrive.”
Our Sponsors
This Farm-to-Fork Dinner Series is made possible by organizations and partners who believe in Ventura County’s agricultural community, local food culture, and the power of gathering around the table.
