The Curious Lives of Vegetables: A Live Conversation with Ali Francis
Author Ali Francis joins Michael Ray Robinov of Farm to People for the global launch of her new book The Curious Life of Vegetables and a live Know Your Food podcast on biodiversity, regenerative farming, and extraordinary produce.
Tickets include: a copy of the book, a drink ticket, and appetizers highlighting seasonal produce.
Books will not be sold at the event, so make sure to pre-order when selecting your ticket type!
6pm - Doors open, cocktail hour
7pm - Talk starts
8pm - Book signing
The Secret Lives of Vegetables
Discover the secret lives of vegetables that have shaped our world, brought to life through artist Adriana Picker’s hauntingly beautiful botanical illustrations.
From tomatoes named after civil rights activists to beans rescued from war zones, The Curious Lives of Vegetables introduces you to a cast of unsung plants with remarkable backstories. Each surreal illustration is paired with an essay exploring the history, science, politics, folklore, and cultural significance of each vegetable—revealing how these seemingly ordinary foods have transformed civilizations, preserved traditions, and continue to shape our future.
More than a visual feast, this is an invitation to see carrots, onions, broccoli, and dozens of other plants with fresh wonder. Perfect for gardeners, food lovers, botany enthusiasts, and anyone drawn to the intersection of art and nature.
The Know Your Food Series is a live-recorded podcast featuring conversations with farmers, chefs, journalists, and the people quietly shaping how we grow, cook, and think about food—hosted at our warehouse in Brooklyn.
Listen to past episodes below:
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