The Cabrillo College Kitchen Lab and Edible Landscaping class emphasize the full cycle of food—growing, processing, and understanding its impact on health, sustainability, and community. By integrating hands-on learning in both the garden and kitchen, students gain a deeper appreciation for where food comes from and how to prepare it with minimal waste. This holistic approach fosters environmental stewardship, culinary skills, and a stronger connection between food systems and local ecosystems.
Help the Cabrillo HORT 160B Class build a kitchen lab. Donate items from our Spring and Fall '25 wishlist. Wanted: Electric Invection Cooktop Dishwasher Knife Set Cutting Boards Stand Mixer Blender Juicer Air Fryer Toaster Oven
Donations Welcome for our Kitchen Lab at the HORT Center!
Kitchen Lab Essentials
Pack It In, Pack It Out - Chef List
Partnering with Cabrillo College Horticulture Kitchen Lab
As we build toward a fully functional kitchen lab by January 2026, we are implementing a Pack It In, Pack It Out approach to minimize waste and promote sustainable kitchen practices. Below is a guide for chefs, instructors, and participants using the kitchen lab.
Waste & Composting Guidelines
🔄 Pack It In, Pack It Out – Bring only what you need & take non-compostable waste with you.
♻ Composting Food Scraps –
Food scraps bin available at the 5000 entrance.
Lettuce & produce trimmings can go into the worm composting bins in West Shade (nursery).
Sustainable & Responsible Kitchen Practices
🥕 Prioritize Locally Sourced Ingredients – Support local farms & minimize packaging waste.
🛍️ Use Reusable Containers – Bring ingredients in reusable containers rather than single-use plastic.
🌱 Minimal Food Waste Cooking – Plan portions carefully & save vegetable scraps for stock or composting.
🍽️ Clean & Return – Leave the kitchen space as you found it (or better).
Wash, dry, and put away all borrowed dishware & utensils.
Wipe down surfaces and dispose of waste properly.
Thank you for supporting sustainable culinary education at Cabrillo College! Let’s make this kitchen lab a model for environmental responsibility.
