Steve Sando is the founder and president of Rancho Gordo. His company has created a market for heirloom beans in the United States of America with production on the West Coast, Mexico, and Europe. He works closely with chefs and farmers to create viable markets for indigenous products of the Americas through the Rancho Gordo-Xoxoc Project.

Early arrival suggested. No registration required, all ages welcome. Complimentary copies available, while supplies last.

Date/Time: October 16, 2025
Time: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Location: Costa Mesa Donald Dungan Library
1855 Park Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
More information: (949) 646-8845 or ocpl.costamesadd@occr.ocgov.com 

This project is funded in part through a grant from the California Department of Aging and administered locally by the Orange County Office on Aging.