Photography courtesy of Kathy Tran.
Dive Coastal Cuisine, known for its fresh and locally sourced fare, partners with the skatepark, 4DWN, to launch DiveDWN, a new sustainable farm and green venture.
DiveDWN will open on Saturday, May 11 with FutureFrest, a free event from 12 to 5 p.m., featuring a local artisan market from DIVE. Attendees will also enjoy live DJs, youth and female skaters and Mother’s Day-themed activities like flower bouquet crafting.
“Our partnership with 4DWN represents a significant step forward in our mission to make sustainable, fresh food accessible to all,” Dive owner Franchesca Nor said. “Together, we aim to build a community where families can not only enjoy delicious, locally sourced food but also learn to grow their own and reduce food waste.”
Photography courtesy of Kathy Tran.
The future farm will utilize state-of-the-art Growtainer technology to source fresh produce for the restaurant and serve as a hub for education, cultivation and conservation for the community.
Two climate-controlled containers will enable DIVE to grow up to 36,000 heads of lettuce annually in colder temperatures, with plans for summer crops like tomatoes. A deck will surround the containers and feature outdoor crops with a view of the skate park.
To educate the community, initiatives will include a weekly plant donation drive at the skatepark. Every Sunday at 4DWN, individuals can donate a box of groceries in exchange for a plant from DiveDWN. Cooking and composting classes will also be available.
