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    We are food for adventures

    We are Food For Adventures, an Outdoor Cooking & Education company specializing in “Wild” experiences. Led by a passionate botanist, FFA provides services that connect individuals and groups with plants, nature, and food.

    Our offerings include forage-to-plate courses, culinary camps, private chef, and classes on edible and medicinal plants; among many others. We are committed to teaching everyone how to craft delicious recipes in both front country and backcountry environments, regardless of your location.

    We travel the globe, meeting incredible people and sharing joy and laughter through food, the outdoors, and nature. Join us, or let us be apart of your next adventure for an unforgettable experience that truly encompasses passion for food and the outdoors.

    • 500+

      Meals served in the outdoors

    • 20+

      Years outdoor Experience

    • 1000+

      Meals foraged

    • 200+

      Outdoor courses held

    Upcoming Classes & Experiences

    We aim to create an outdoor culinary experience suitable for all ages by providing hands-on educational opportunities. Drawing on over 20 years of educational experience across various levels and organizations, Food For Adventures is dedicated to educating the outdoor community about our true passions: food, plants, camping, and enjoyable moments.

    • FFA Tour Dates 2025

      From Asheville to Atlanta
      across the US

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    • A Roux for you

      Saturday 7th June 2025
      5pm - 7pm

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    • Wild Cocktails

      Monday 28th July 2025
      5pm - 7pm

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    Wild Experiences

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        Testimonials

        • Chef Natty nurtured us on our women writer's retreat in Black Mountain. The food was all delicious and thoughtfully prepared and the chef seasoned it all with his sweet nature and sense of humor.

          Deborah L Morris

        • Food For Adventures delivered beyond expectations. Chef Natty was a master behind the stove. To have such a luxury meal and overall experience was truly the highlight of our camping trip. Thanks FFA!

          Blake M.

        • We cannot say enough good things about Lee and Food For Adventures. He was a thoughtful and experienced host, and he really made the hike even better than we anticipated. Cannot thank him enough.

          Jamie

        • Do Yourself a favor and book this hike!! I was initiallly apprehensive about bringing my dog but im so glad i did because she loved it. I was a easy and enjoyable hike. The small group made it feel like a group of friends hiking. Also I have to shoutout...

        • Lee was great as he explained everything we wanted to know and also gave us tremendous respect and insight of nature. The waterfalls were breathtaking and the fall colors gorgeous. Highly recommend this tour for anyone who appreciates the beauty of nature.

          Dan

        • I LOVED this experience!! Our tour guide Lee was phenomenal! it was incredibly fun to connect with new people in a beautiful location while drinking some really good coffee. If you're thinking about booking this experience, do it!

          Sarah

        • Lee was our Coffee hiking guide today. My husband and I had a quiet and wonderful experience. Lee took us to three waterfalls, took pictures of us, made us some delicious coffee and we left feeling like we made a new friend

          Amanda

        Our team

        • Lee "Natty" Trebotich

          Owner/CEO/Head Chef

        • Meghan Trebotich

          Vice President /Registered Dietitian

        • Steven Reinhold

          Guide/Sous Chef(Appalachian Adventure Company)

        • 20+ years

          Educational Experience

        • Passionate

          Dedicated to educating the outdoor community

        • 5* Reviews

          Exceptional reviews from our customers

        • We Care

          Active supporters for the preservation of our parks and oceans

        • Quality

          We only use the best ingredients and cooking equipment