Megan Schmidt

Megan is a Food & Nutrition and Basic Skills Coordinator and Instructor at UC Santa Barbara, where she teaches nutrition and culinary arts to students in need. In her spare time, she facilitates education and outreach for Cultural Roots Nursery, drawing from her creative background in media, organic permaculture farming, and private chef experiences.

Megan is passionate about making local and seasonal foods accessible, and sharing healthy, nutritious and beautiful meals with others.

Megan grew up in Monterey, CA and currently resides in Santa Barbara.