Homemade Tomato Sauce & Canning Workshop

✨ Event Description

Unlock the secrets to crafting rich, homemade tomato sauce and preserving its fresh flavors through canning at this hands-on workshop in Brick, New Jersey. Set at the American Legion Post 348, this evening session invites food enthusiasts to master traditional food preservation techniques.

Guided by organizer Melissa Bonifacio, participants will dive into the art of making tomato sauce from scratch, learning how to select ripe tomatoes and blend ingredients for a perfect balance. The workshop emphasizes practical canning skills, ensuring your sauce stays fresh and delicious long after the summer harvest.

This event offers a unique chance to connect with local food culture in Brick, NJ, and gain valuable culinary skills that celebrate New Jersey’s tomato-growing heritage.

🔍 What to Expect

• 🍅 Hands-on tomato sauce making: Prepare your own batch from fresh ingredients.
• 🥫 Canning techniques: Learn safe and effective food preservation methods.
• 📍 Venue: American Legion Post 348 in Brick, NJ.
• 👩‍🍳 Instructor: Workshop led by Melissa Bonifacio.
• ⏰ Evening schedule: Runs from 6:30 PM to 9 PM on August 21, 2026.

💡 Why It’s On Our Radar

This workshop highlights a beloved New Jersey culinary tradition—homemade tomato sauce and canning—that connects residents to local agriculture and seasonal cooking. It provides hands-on education in food preservation, an increasingly valued skill in sustainable living and home cooking. Located in Brick, this event supports community engagement with regional foodways and homegrown flavors.