Pamela Nears began her love of food and preparing it as young as five years old, when her mother would allow her, with supervision, to cook at the kitchen stove. She comes from a family of fabulous home cooks who created traditional southern meals. There are fond memories of visiting family farms and cooking meals that were local and from the land. This is why establishing a strong food & community imprint with our youth is so important to her. It has led Pamela to become classically trained in the culinary arts, a certified holistic coach and a permaculture teacher. With a passion for the earth she believes in the connection of all things that nourish us. Slow Food Ventura County is the perfect place to practice her version of GOOD, CLEAN & FAIR food for ALL.