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Mark Mills, Farmer, Chef and Chocolatier


October-December 2025 Farm Classes, Socials, and Chocolate
Plenty of tasty, creative activities at the farm for October through December

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Sep 13 min read
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Exploring Kale
There's such a variety of kale out there! Let's learn about a few together.

Laykin
Jul 43 min read
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How To Use Beets!
There's so many ways to use beets. Let's take a look!

Laykin
Jun 122 min read
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Welcome, Laykin, creative assistant!
Welcome, Laykin, as Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm food blogger, kitchen and market assistant!

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Jun 51 min read
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Introducing Collard Greens
Collard greens are absolutely delicious and easy to cook with. Learn a bit about them and check out this recipe!

Laykin
Jun 53 min read
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Let's Talk Mushrooms!
Ever wondered what to actually do with mushrooms? Well here's a quick guide for some popular mushrooms!

Laykin
May 233 min read
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Diving Deep Into Vietnamese Cuisine
Some new and exciting things are cooking at the Learning Kitchen! We are trying popular Vietnamese dishes.

Laykin
May 132 min read
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Bringing Nutritious Food to the Table Takes Many Skills, Roles, and Tools
Farm-to-table is about all the steps from seeds to planting to harvesting to cooking, and all the tools and know-how that goes with it. We are all pieces of a complex puzzle.

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Apr 302 min read
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Thanks for the Teaching Recognition
In addition to being the co-owner, lead farmer, chef, chocolatier, and teacher of cooking classes at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm , Mark...

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Apr 132 min read
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Summer Cooking Classes Highlight Seasonal Produce
Savor farm-fresh fruits, herbs, and veggies in on-farm cooking classes

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Mar 94 min read
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2025 February thru Mid-May Fun and Tasty Activities at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm
Preview and register for the fun and tasty February-Mid-May activities coming up at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm!

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Jan 203 min read
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Come See the Art and Science of Gingerbread in this Magical Display!
Learn more about and visit a gingerbread wonderland

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Nov 27, 20242 min read
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Ordering and Using Gift Cards for Cooking Classes at The Learning Kitchen at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm
Give the gift of classes to discover your inner chef or culinary artisan

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Nov 26, 20242 min read
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2024 Holiday Chocolate Shop PreOrders and Hours
Preview and pre-order holiday treats from Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Nov 10, 20243 min read
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Fall 2024 Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm Activities
Don't miss the 2024 Fall Activities at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Sep 3, 20243 min read
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Mouth Watering for Watermelon?
Get fresh watermelon, cantaloupe, green beans, tomatoes and more. These tastes of summer will be gone soon.

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Aug 8, 20241 min read
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Peak Season Preview and On-Farm Market at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm
Peak season cooking classes, on-farm market, and Mother's Day chocolates are coming soon to Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Apr 22, 20243 min read
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February 2024 Cooking Classes and Events at The Learning Kitchen
At The Learning Kitchen at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm you can experience sweet and savory culinary adventures

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Jan 8, 20242 min read
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Cooking, Fun, Friendship in Year 1 of the Learning Kitchen at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm
Creating tasty treats at The Learning Kitchen at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Dec 12, 20232 min read
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Holiday Delights at Chocolates and Tomatoes Farm
Unique holiday chocolates and classes to bring joy and delight

Teresa Derrick-Mills
Nov 13, 20231 min read
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