Iron Chef Core

05/08/2026

Dead leaves waste the plant's energy and can slow fruit production. Removing them helps focus energy on ripening tomatoes.
Trimming provides more sunlight on the leaves and fruit speeds photosynthesis and helps tomatoes ripen more evenly.
Better air flow from fewer crowded leaves lowers the chance of fungal problems and pests.

01/29/2026

We’re excited to feature Iron Chef Core tomorrow! 🔥

Chef will be preparing delicious garden-fresh dishes for our registered families as we learn, taste, and grow together. Kitchen Wit is bringing the garden to life through hands-on learning, fresh flavors, and meaningful food experiences. There’s nothing more powerful than growing food and community side by side.

See you in the garden! 💚

12/08/2025

We are excited to announce our upcoming monthly tasting event at Vista Community Garden! Recently, I had the pleasure of presenting a Tea & Fruit tasting, showcasing the bounty of flavors our garden offers. And a great immunity booster for this winter weather we are experiencing in Tampa.

This is an excellent opportunity for both new and existing members to connect, explore new tastes, and enjoy the sense of community that Vista embodies.

📅 Date: January 6th, 2026
🕒 Time: [TBD]
📍 Location: Vista Community Garden

We invite you to bring your friends and family and share in this delightful experience. We look forward to seeing you there! 🍽️🌼

12/01/2025

Mastering knife skills can change your cooking—here are quick tips to get you started:

• Hold your knife with a firm grip, keeping your fingers tucked for safety.
• Use a rocking motion to chop evenly.
• Practice the "claw" technique with your non-cutting hand to protect your fingertips.
• Keep your knives sharp—dull blades are more dangerous and less precise.
• Start with basic cuts like dicing onions or slicing carrots to build confidence.

These simple habits boost your speed, safety, and results in the kitchen. Ready to sharpen your skills? Let's cook smarter, healthier, and with more joy—one chop at a time!

04/28/2025

Most people went plant-based to be healthier… But somewhere alongr the way, the plant-based label started meaning “processed” more than “healthy.”

We now have flashy green labels.

Buzzwords

Packaged “meals” with no real nutrition.

And it’s all PLANT BASED!

And I get it … really I do.

You’re busy.

You want quick, you want easy, you want better.

But “plant-based” doesn’t mean anything without real ingredients.

Your food should fuel you Not slow you down.

Follow for more no-fluff plant-based nutrition, blood type tips & food that actually heals.

What’s one thing you’ve tried that made healthy eating easier?

04/24/2025

But this journey?
It’s not just about me.
It’s about you.
Whether you're here to eat better, feel better, or cook with more intention.
You’ve got a seat at this table.
This is where plant-based meets purpose.
Where education meets elevation.
Where we stop settling for food that just fills and start choosing food that fuels.
Glad you’re here.
Let’s change the way we look at food — one real ingredient at a time.

02/14/2025

🌱 Meet The Members of VISTA Gardens 🌱
Our "Meet The Members" series continues with Corey Soberanis, a first-time gardener bringing fresh enthusiasm and creativity to our garden community!

✨ Corey’s Favorite Crop:
"TBD! This is my first time planting, but I’m praying my leeks will grow!"

🍲 What will Corey cook with his harvest?
"I’m thrilled to harvest for the first time! My goal is to grow everything I need for a classic French vegetable stock."

🌱 What has Corey learned at VISTA?
"For the first time, I learned about the different types of cover crops and their essential benefits."

💛 How does VISTA feed his soul?
"Collaborating with others in a vibrant, life-filled garden nourishes my soul and fosters a deep sense of belonging and shared purpose."

🍴 Fun Fact: Corey recently volunteered at VISTA’s special children’s event, where he presented his vegan "Dirt Pies" as a fun and tasty snack! Be sure to ask him for the recipe.

Drop a 🧑‍🌾 or 🌱 in the comments to welcome Corey and cheer on his leeks this season! Read more here: https://www.vistagardentampa.org/team-1/ -soberanis

10/21/2024