Welcome to J.R. Organics
Family Farm 2025 Events

Experience the magic of farm-fresh dining and deep community connection at our tour and curated farm-to-table experiences in Escondido, CA.


Upcoming Events

Summer

Summer BBQ Country Cookout

Date: August 30th, 2025
Time: 4:00-8:30pm
Location: J.R. Organics Family Farm
Featuring: Chef Tony A. Bennett Jr.
Highlights: Smoked & Fire-Grilled Local Meats, Farm Tours, Live Music, Local Craft Brews

Tickets: Available Closer to Event Date | 21+ Event

What to Expect

  • Pasture-raised organic meats, grilled to perfection

  • Seed oil-free dishes, prioritizing health-conscious cooking

  • Slow-smoked specialties and a fully vegan entrée option

  • Exclusive wine, beer, and whiskey pairings

  • Live music and a farm tour showcasing summer crops

  • Chef storytelling, highlighting ingredient sourcing and farm-to-table connections

Meet Chef Tony A. Bennett Jr.

Chef Tony A. Bennett Jr. is a distinguished culinary artist with over two decades of experience, blending Southern charm with global flavors to create unforgettable dining experiences. Raised in Danville, VA, his rural roots instilled a deep appreciation for warmth, hospitality, and bold flavors. His culinary expertise has been shaped by extensive travels through Japan, Thailand, the Philippines, Mexico, the Middle East, and South America, crafting a unique fusion of rustic comfort and international gourmet cuisine.

From military kitchens to elite yachts in San Diego, Chef Tony has catered to high-ranking officials, athletes, and celebrities. A decorated chef, he has earned accolades such as the Mid-Atlantic Cooking Competition medal and the NCAAWA 1st Place Vegan Award. Passionate about mentorship, he supports aspiring chefs through the Bad Boys of Culinary Foundation, leaving a lasting mark on the culinary world.

Fall

Día de Los Muertos Harvest Feast

Date: October 25th, 2025
Time: TBD
Location: J.R. Organics Family Farm
Featuring: Chef Doug Settle
Highlights: Heirloom Corn, Pumpkin & Fall Harvest Flavors, Mariachi, Altar Celebration, Traditional Mexican Cuisine

Tickets: Available Closer to Event Date | 21+ Event

Meet Chef Doug Settle

A Southern California-based chef with nearly 20 years of hospitality experience, Chef Doug Settle brings a deep passion for proper ingredient sourcing and appreciation for those who grow, raise, and harvest our food. Raised in the Appalachian Mountains, he developed a lifelong connection to gardening, hunting, and fishing.

Currently, Doug leads culinary events at The Ecology Center, a 28-acre Regenerative Organic Certified farm, and operates Hearth & Harvest, a tasting experience in Oceanside. His cuisine highlights the freshest local ingredients while telling the stories of dedicated farmers, ranchers, and artisans.

Tickets will be available closer to the event date.

Why Attend?

By joining our events, you’re not just experiencing an unforgettable meal—you’re supporting a 130-year-old family farm and over 30 local artisans, chefs, and community partners who share our commitment to regenerative farming and local food systems. Every ticket sold directly supports organic agriculture and small-scale food producers.

Tickets coming this summer.

Volunteer

Volunteer at Our Sunset Farm-to-Table Dinner! Support your local farm while connecting with the community, chefs, and artisans who make it all possible. Help with setup, guest check-in, and vendor coordination, and experience the joy of bringing people together on the land. Volunteers receive special perks and behind-the-scenes access—join us in making this a night to remember!

Email: Marley - events.jrorganics@gmail.com to get involved.