Organic Resources Guide - Country Living

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Charles Schiller

http://www.countryliving.com/cooking/regional-foods-and-events/organic-resource-guide-0908

Organic Resources Guide

Your guide to organic restaurants and markets across the country.

Compiled and Edited by Brianna Mulligan. Additional reportingby Kelsey Hayes.

STATES A - I

ALABAMA

Little Savannah

3811 Clairmont Avenue, Birmingham

205-591-1119
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birminghammenus.com/littlesavannah

Little Savannah is a restaurant and bar dedicated to offering customers tasty cuisine with a touch of

southern comfort. Husband and wife Clif and Maureen Holt emphasize knowing where their food

comes from, and they gather their ingredients from the local farmers markets and from their very own

garden, tended to by Maureen. Come by to experience the southern fusion cuisine and sip on seasonal

cocktails like the Watermelon Mojito and Spicy Peach Margarita. Little Savannah also offers a catering

service and a full bar.

ALASKA

All the Comforts of Home B&B

12531 Turk's Turn, Anchorage

907-345-4279

alaska.net/~comforts

This rustic bed-and-breakfast is located in the scenic Chugach Mountains of northern Alaska. Founded

in 1974, All the Comforts of Home is surrounded by five acres of woods with views of Denali, three

active volcanoes, and the northern lights. All the Comforts of Home relies on local farmers markets for

ingredients for its homemade breakfasts.

CALIFORNIA

Boulettes Larder

1 Ferry Building, San Francisco

415-399-1155

bouletteslarder.com

Located near the San Francisco Bay Bridge in the beautifully renovated Ferry Building, Boulettes (the

French culinary term for meatball) Larder uses local ingredients as the inspiration for its inventiveseasonal cuisine: The summer menu focuses on simply prepared foods tossed with fresh herbs and

spices, such as summer squash soup and marinated tuna. Open for breakfast, lunch, and available for

private dinners, the restaurant also sells prepared items for those wanting to take the Boulettes Larder

experience home.

Chez Panisse

1517 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley

510-548-5525

chezpanisse.com

Owned by Alice Waters, one of the leaders of the local-food movement, Chez Panisse has beenserving its seasonal menu for almost 40 years. The restaurant is designed to resemble a dinner party at

home, with two seatings and one fixed-price menu, which often features one of Waterss famous

salads. The rest of the California-centric menu reaches around the region and incorporates fresh

mushrooms, varied lettuces, artisan cheeses, and Bay Area seafood, among other local flavors. If you

cant make it to California or dont have a reservation, Waterss recently published cookbook, The

Art of Simple Food, a 416-page hardcover that includes 200-plus recipes, will provide plenty of ideas

on how to cook locally, seasonally, and organically.
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Grace

7360 Beverly Boulevard, Los Angeles

323-934-4400

gracerestaurant.com

Partner and executive chef Neal Fraser is dedicated to serving his contemporary American fare using

regional ingredients. His goal is to serve an entire five-course meal with 90 percent of the ingredients

originating within a 400-mile radius of this urban restaurant. Grace is offering a five-year tasting menu (a

five-course meal designed to highlight the chefs specials and old-time favorites, including a sauted dayboat scallop and homemade doughnuts) through December 2008.

Jimbos Naturally

12853 El Camino Real, San Diego

858-793-7755

jimbos.com

Jimbos, a natural food grocery store, supports local farmers by selling their organic produce at its four

locations in the San Diego area. Jimbos also offers beauty products, a deli, a juice bar, a bakery, and

a full-service meat counter.

Josie

2424 Pico Boulevard, Santa Monica

310-581-9888

josierestaurant.com

Influenced by French and Italian cuisine, Josie uses high-quality organic ingredients to make dishes like

seared duck with savory hawthorn berry sauce and the homey rib-eye steak with Pops peppercorn

sauce. The menu is a delectable balance of new cuisine and traditional dishes, all served in a rustic and

comfortable atmosphere.

Literati 2

12081 Wilshire Boulevard, Brentwood

310-479-3400

literati2.com

Chef Chris Kidder develops his dishes based on the availability and freshness of the local, mostly

organic ingredients he finds at the Los Angeles farmers market. The restaurant staff has developed a

strong relationship with local farmers, relying on specific ranches and farms for organic and sustainable

produce. The casual restaurant offers classic favorites, such as steak frites and a toasted albacore and

cheddar sandwich.

LOCALS Wine Tasting

Geyserville Avenue & Highway 128, Geyserville

707-857-4900

tastelocalwines.com

LOCALS Wine Tasting provides visitors with 62 wines from 10 wineries. Run by Carolyn Lewis and

her husband Tim, LOCALS boasts wines from Sonoma County wineries that are too small to have

their own wine-tasting rooms.
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Market

3702 Via de la Valle, Del Mar

858-523-0007

marketdelmar.com

This earthy restaurant and bar has a trendy yet comfortable feel. The menu has organic and natural

choices, such as a blue cheese souffl and organic Bartlett pears, that are influenced nightly by chef-

owner Carl Schroeders trips to local ranches and farms.

Wilshire

2454 Wilshire Boulevard, Santa Monica

310-586-1707

wilshirerestaurant.com

Offering New Urban Cuisine, Wilshires menu highlights the seasonal choices at farmers markets

with entres like miso marinated black cod and wild mushroom duck pot pie. The neighborhood

restaurant supports sustainable farming in a casual yet elegant atmosphere.

COLORADO

Duo Restaurant

2413 West 32nd Avenue, Denver

303-477-4141

duodenver.com

Located in the Highlands in Denver, Duo Restaurants American menu changes with the seasons and is

based on fresh ingredients bought locally throughout the year. The menu features enough to satisfy both

meat-eaters and vegetarians, while the desserts, including a rose parfait and a chocolate torte made by

pastry chef Yasmin Lozada-Hissom, are especially beloved by food critics.

The Kitchen

1039 Pearl Street, Boulder

303-544-5937

thekitchencafe.com

This comfortable neighborhood bistro serves classic foods, from French fries to vegetable risotto, with

an environmental bent. Located in historic Boulder in a preserved space, the Kitchen does more than

just buy organic food: It composts food scraps, uses only biodegradable paper products, and relies on

wind-power-generated electricity.

CONNECTICUT

Zinc

964 Chapel Street, New Haven

203-624-0507

zincfood.com

Local market ingredients inspire Zincs imaginative American cuisine. The menu changes with the

seasons and concentrates on regional produce, as seen in dishes like ricotta cavatelli and smoked

Maine diver sea scallops, which encompass international cuisine and are served with a modern edge.
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Zinc is located in the center of New Havens shopping district.

FLORIDA

Michaels Genuine Food & Drink

130 Northeast 40th Street, Miami

305-573-5550

michaelsgenuine.comSimple dishes grace the menu at Michael Schwartzs friendly neighborhood bistro. With indoor and

outdoor seating, guests can enjoy cuisine based on organic and local ingredients, such as a pan-roasted

mutton snapper or a warm eggplant salad.

Pizza Fusion

Locations in 13 states

954-202-1919

pizzafusion.com

Based out of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, Pizza Fusion is a gourmet pizza restaurant chain dedicated to

natural flavors. With more than 20 locations in the South, 75 percent of Pizza Fusions menu is organic,

using local and sustainable food whenever possible.

GEORGIA

Floataway Caf

1123 Zonolite Road, Atlanta

404-892-1414

Opened in 1998 and associated with the fine dining restaurant Bacchanalia, the casual Floataway Caf

has been successful due in part to its usage of organic and local produce. Influenced by Mediterraneanand Italian cuisines, the playful menu changes almost daily.

Five and Ten

1653 South Lumpkin Street, Athens

706-546-7300

fiveandten.com

With a French and Italian influence, Five and Ten works to combine Old World charm with New

World southern cuisine. The menu features a fresh array of home-grown favorites and local produce,

such as as a roasted asparagus and poached egg salad and locally raised chicken breast with basmati

pilau, fennel, carrot, and red pepper.

The Farmhouse Restaurant

10950 Hutcheson Ferry Road, Palmetto

770-463-2610

serenbefarmhouse.com

Serving seasonal dishes made from ingredients harvested at the Serenbe organic farm, the Farmhouse

Restaurant is part of the Inn at Serenbe, about an hours drive from downtown Atlanta. Eat modern

southern food (think a Sunday-supper atmosphere) in a dining hall thats reminiscent of an old
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plantation home, with a great view of the grassy fields that dominate the landscape.

Woodfire Grill

1782 Cheshire Bridge Road, Atlanta

404-347-9055

woodfiregrill.com

As Chef Michael Tuohy is both a leader in local food movement and an influential force behind

Georgias Organic Growers (georgiaorganics.org), a nonprofit organization working to integratesustainable farming into Georgian culture, its no surprise that his restaurant, Woodfire Grill, would

emphasize both locally grown and organic dishes. His menus change daily, depending on what is most

readily available, bringing Northern California-style cuisine to Georgia. Fine artisanal cheeses, also

organically produced, are available for carry-out.

HAWAII

PacificO

505 Front Street, Lahaina, Maui

808-667-4341

pacificomaui.com

With its goal of becoming solely reliant on the nearby OO farm (already 100% of its salad greens and

herbs are grown there), Pacifico not only has a breathtaking location, but an environmental bent as

well. Most of the fish served in the harbor-located restaurant is caught right from the nearby waters

so it cant get much fresher. Besides seafood, the Asian-infused menu includes beef satay, spring roll

wraps, and spring lamb.

ILLINOIS

Frontera Grill

445 North Clark Street, Chicago

312-661-1434

rickbayless.com

This casual restaurant has a vibrant Mexican atmosphere, with organic and locally grown ingredients

helping to bring an authentic Latin American eating experience to the table. Open for lunch and dinner,

Frontera Grill features a menu that changes monthly to make the best use of available ingredients.

Wild Blossom Meadery and Winery

10033 South Western Avenue, Chicago773-233-7579

wildblossomwines.com

Chicagos first winery and Illinoiss only meadery, Wild Blossom produces local honey, fruits, and

honey wines (meads), each bottle of which contains the nectar of two million flowers. Beehives are

located in Illinois prairies, Lake Michigan sand dunes, and outlying areas of Chicago. Wild Blossom

claims to be the worlds most sustainable wine.

INDIANA
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Indys Gourmet Gardens

940 West Banta Road, Indianapolis

317-783-4034

Indys Gourmet Gardens is a farm that produces a large selection of vegetables (specializing in peppers

and tomatoes), herbs, flowers, and fruit, including plums, pears, apples, and peaches. The farm then

turns some of its produce into its own line of soups, sauces, and stuffed peppers, which are all made

on-site.

IOWA

Devotay

117 North Linn Street, Iowa City

319-354-1001

devotay.net

With the motto Local Food, Worldly Flair, Devotay has created a dining experience dedicated to the

success of local farmers and the environment while at the same time capturing a classic eating-out

experience. While enjoying his Mediterranean style food, check out Devotays lists of local farm

partners on the menu and on a chalkboard in a Hall of Farm entrance.

Firehouse Market

1211 5th Street, Sioux City

712-224-3535

firehousemarket.blogspot.com

You can find your own ingredients at Firehouse Market (dedicated to local and sustainable foods, it

features a selection of produce, cheese, eats, dairy, and specialty items), or take away a freshly

prepared soup or salad from the deli. Local products are preferred, as Firehouse Market believes thatby supporting local farmers, it is ultimately helping the community, the environment, and the local

economy.

Sage

6587 University Avenue; Des Moines

515-25-7722

sagetherestaurant.com

The Sage menu, which features meats and produce raised in Iowa, has a range of contemporary

American food, highlighting seasonal ingredients. Menu items like the grilled pork often name the local

producers.

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P - Z (and Canada)

STATES K - M

KANSAS
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Local Burger

714 Vermont Street, Lawrence

785-856-7827

localburger.com

With an environmental twist on the fast-food burger, Local Burgers menu focuses on sustainable

ingredients, grass-fed, antibiotic-free meats, and organic toppings. Wash down the elk burger with a

refined-sugar-free smoothie.

LOUISIANA

La Provence

25020 Highway 190, Lacombe

985-626-7662

laprovencerestaurant.com

Chef Chris Kerageorgiou uses his kitchen garden and local farmers to create French-inspired dishes

with a New Orleans twist. The restaurant, with its Provenal style and atmosphere, offers classic

entres like bouillabaisse enhanced by local ingredients.

MAINE

Five Islands Lobster Co.

1447 Five Islands Road, Georgetown

207-371-2990

fiveislandslobster.com

This picturesque restaurant offers more than just a pretty view. Its abundance of fresh seafood,

including lobster and fish, is brought in from the wharf directly behind the restaurant. Homemade onionrings and sauces are also local favorites.

Francine

55 Chestnut Street, Camden

207-230-0083

Located in a renovated bike shop, Francine is the epitome of bistro dining. With sparse decoration, a

low-key atmosphere, and a small menu (just four appetizers and four entres each night), Francine uses

local ingredients to create unforgettable dishes.

Smiling Hill Farm781 Country Road, Westbrook

207-775-4818

smilinghill.com

Since 1720, this family-owned farm has produced its own dairy products, including milk, cream, ice

cream, and butter. The cows range freely on the farms 500 acres, and no pesticides or chemical

fertilizers are used. An on-site market sells the products to the public.

Solo Bistro
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128 Front Street, Bath

207-443-3373

solobistro.com

Situated in the heart of historic Bath, Solo Bistros Scandinavian design aesthetic is complemented by

Chef Esau Crosby's eclectic dishes (from roasted halibut over soba noodles to Maine crab fritters),

which use local and organic ingredients whenever possible.

The Schooner J&E Riggin136 Holmes Street, Rockland

800-869-0604

mainewindjammer.com

TheJ&E Riggeris a Maine windjammer designed for the perfect Maine coast vacation. Built to hold

24 passengers, the schooner leisurely cruises along the coast of Maine while at the same time providing

an environmentally friendly and healthy vacation by using safe and natural cleaning products,

composting, and recycling. After working up an appetite helping set the sails, enjoy meals designed

around available local produce.

MARYLAND

Kaylala

Windsor Mill

410-655-1726

kaylala.com

Kaylala makes all natural and organic skin products that are formulated using local and sustainable

ingredients, such as recycled sugar cane pulp, biodegradabale vegetable cellulose, or glass. Products

include moisturizers, bath eggs, and lip balm. All ingredients are from Maryland, and the products come

in recycled or recyclable packaging.

The Yabba Pot

2433 St. Paul Street, Baltimore

410-662-8638

theyabbapotcafe.com

The Yabba Pot is a popular vegan caf that relies heavily on locally grown produce that comes straight

from the garden without preservatives. The Rastafarian-influenced cuisine varies daily and includes

choices like citrus spare ribs, vegan mac 'n' cheese, and Queens greens. Come for the earthy

atmosphere and the international cuisine.

Woodberry Kitchen

2010 Clipper Park Road, Baltimore

410-464-8000

woodberrykitchen.com

Woodberry Kitchen features a seasonal menu inspired by the local farms, orchards, and creameries

that contribute their natural and sustainable meats and agriculture. The food is designed to capture the

essence of the Chesapeake region, and the wine list offers products from local growers as well as those

from international winemakers who embrace organic viticulture. Consult the list of suppliers to find out
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where your bacon and egg-fried rice or cast-iron rib eye came from.

MASSACHUSETTS

Amherst Chinese Food

62 Main Street, Amherst

413-252-7835

Owner Tso-Cheng Chang grows the organic vegetables he uses in his authentic Chinese dishes himself,both on his farm and, in the winter months, in the greenhouse, providing preservative-free food all year

long to hungry Amherst students. Down the fresh food with Changs homemade Sandra berry juice, a

complement to any dish.

Clam Box of Ipswich

246 High Street, Ipswich

978-356-9707

ipswichma.com/clambox

This national landmark, shaped like a clam box (the trapezoidal container clams are traditionally served

in), has been frying up locally produced seafood for more than 60 years in historic Ipswich. Chow

down on your fried clams or lobster rolls al fresco or get them to go skip the summertime lines by

ordering ahead.

Icarus

3 Appleton Street, Boston

617-426-1790

icarusrestaurant.com

Icarus, located in Bostons South End, has been open since 1978 and is a popular destination,

especially during Restaurant Week. Chef Chris Douglas promotes local farmers and uses organicingredients often in his classic American dishes. Try the local seasonal mushrooms braised atop polenta

as a first course.

Living Earth

232-234 Chandler Street, Worcester

508-753-1896

lefoods.com

A natural health-food market, Living Earth supports sustainable agriculture by selling eco-conscious

items (from produce and dairy to health and beauty products). After you finish shopping, grab a meal at

the Sono Caf within the market, which serves organic fare like Living Earth Salad and bison burgers.

Rendezvous in Central Square

502 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge

617-576-1900

rendezvouscentralsquare.com

Rendezvous, an 85-seat restaurant located in bustling Central Square, offers a western Mediterranean

menu that is updated once a month. Chef-owner Steve Johnson, a longtime devotee of the local food

movement, is dedicated to showcasing what regional farmers have to offer with seasonal dishes like a
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summer vegetable antipasto or roast chicken with chanterelles.

River Valley Market

330 North King Street, Northampton

413-584-2665

rivervalleymarket.coop

With its wide range of organic produce from the region, grass-fed meats, and humanely harvested

seafood, River Valley Market is a community-owned grocery store thats the place to get fresh,seasonal ingredients for delicious home cooking.

The Back Eddy

1 Bridge Road, Westport

508-636-6500

thebackeddy.com

Located right in Westport Harbor, the Back Eddy works to preserve its scenic location by cooking

with products from local purveyors. Enjoy the rustic setting inside the restaurant or the gorgeous

scenery from the dock behind it. The Back Eddy combines seafood with produce from regional coastal

farms, artisan beer, and locally produced cheese, and theres a Portuguese influence in its comfort

foods pork with country-style mac n cheese, anyone?

MINNESOTA

Spoonriver

750 South 2nd Street; Minneapolis

612-436-2236

spoonriverrestaurant.com

Located in a trendy section of Minneapolis, Spoonriver is the brainchild of Chef Brenda Langon, whohas been committed to supporting local growers and using organic products since opening Spoonrivers

sister-restaurant, Caf Brenda, in the 80s. Enjoy a Honey Lavender Spritz on the porch while admiring

the view of the Mississippi before heading inside for the pork tenderloin (from nearby Fischer Farms)

or the New York strip (grass-fed, of course).

Third Thursdays

Saint Paul

651-645-6159, ext 9

mnproject.org/food-thirdthursdays.html

This gastronomic celebration of locally grown food is sponsored by the Heartland Food Network, agroup made up of Minnesota dining establishments and catering companies. Every third Thursday in

each month, the participating restaurants chefs prepare a meal with locally grown food from a menu

that is drawn up on that day, allowing the chefs to be inspired by the markets offerings.

MISSOURI

Blue Bird Bistro

1700 Summit Street, Kansas City
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816-221-7559

kansascitymenus.com/bluebirdbistro/

Boasting upscale, organic food for the discerning diner, Blue Bird Bistro offers all-natural beef,

grassfed rib eye, and fresh fish, in addition to vegetarian and vegan dishes. The bright and eclectic

restaurant, which is located in downtown Kansas City in a historic 1890s building, highlights world

flavors, and the full bar even offers organic wine and liquor.

Local Harvest Grocery3148 Morgan Ford Road, St. Louis

314-865-5260

localharvestgrocery.com

This independently owned grocery store offers an impressive array of local produce, local meats, and

other organic goods provided by local and regional farmers who employ sustainable agricultural

methods. The grocery stores overall goal is to have 50 percent of its products come from a 150-mile

radius of St. Louis.

MONTANA

2nd Street Bistro

123 North 2nd Street, Livingston

406-222-9463

secondstreetbistro.com

This small bistro, which opened in 2004, combines French-style cooking with Montana-raised meat,

including lamb, pork, beef, and chicken, all paired with wines hand-chosen by the sommelier.

Recognized as one of the premier restaurants in Livingston, the bistro also serves produce from nearby

farms and markets.


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N - O

P - Z (and Canada)

STATES N - O

NEW HAMPSHIRE

Fa La Lo10 Ladd Street, Portsmouth

603-431-0420

Fa La Lo stands for Fair Labor and/or Local, and the store lives up its name. The entire inventory,

including jewelry, cards, linens, and bags, is produced locally or comes from fair trade organizations,

with many of the products made from recycled materials.

NEW JERSEY

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112 Bay Avenue, Highlands

732-872-9800

bayavetrattoria.com

Built to resemble an Italian trattoria, this small storefront restaurant offers a unique combination of

Italian-American cuisine based on the best local ingredients. Favorites include the homemade desserts

(try Joes tiramisu and the tartufo) and the daily specials of owner-chef Joe Romanowski. Catering and

take-out services are also available.

NEW MEXICO

Aqua Santa

451 West Alameda Street, Santa Fe

505-982-6297

A slow-food advocate, Chef Brian Knox collects most of the ingredients for his specialty dishes (think

lamb ragu over papardelle with hazelnuts and pecorino) from local farmers markets. As a result, Aqua

Santas menu is constantly changing to reflect the seasons.

Tree House Pastry Shop & Caf

3095 Agua Fria, Santa Fe

505-474-5543

treehousepastry.com

Stop by the Tree House for a breakfast pastry or a lunch of squash blossom quesadilla. Either way, be

assured that youre chewing all-organic ingredients, 95 percent of which are obtained from local

sources. The vegetarian caf is especially lauded for its use of edible flowers for beautifully accented, as

well as delicious, meals.

NEW YORK

Back Forty

190 Avenue B, 12th Street, New York City

212-388-1990

backfortynyc.com

Back Forty is a small restaurant with a large outdoor seating area located in the East Village. Chef

Peter Hoffman is famous for his use of local foods and buying directly from producers. His philosophy

states that understanding the origins of your ingredients is imperative to cooking and being a culinary

leader. Accent your rotisserie chicken or heritage pork T-bone with a Long Island wine, bottled

especially for Back Forty.

Its All Good

11 Main Street, Cherry Valley

607-264-8016

This grocery store provides customers with local produce, free-range beef and pork, and locally made

soaps and yarns. Its All Good also hosts a farmers market on Fridays during the summer. Enjoy the

prepared dinners or stop by for a sandwich at the in-store caf.
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Queens Hideaway

222 Franklin Street, Brooklyn

718-383-2355

thequeenshideaway.com

This Brooklyn jewel is a unique restaurant dedicated to local foods. Chef Liza Queen changes the menu

daily after her morning shopping at local farmers markets. Stop by and enjoy the complimentary boiled

peanuts before digging into the okra fritters or maple-crusted ham.

Savoy

70 Prince Street, New York City

212-219-8570

savoynyc.com

Savoy, the sister restaurant to Back Forty, is similarly dedicated to serving local and organic food with

country style. Enjoy a house-made pork sausage or a wild sockeye salmon knowing youre getting the

finest, freshest meal possible.

Telepan

72 West 69th Street, New York City

212-580-4300

telepan-ny.com

Telepan is a low-key restaurant that utilizes fresh produce and local ingredients in a menu that changes

with the season. The wine list boasts a unique variety from artisan producers around the world like the

Gruner Vetliner Steinber Fritsch from Austria.

The Flying Pig on Lexington

251 Lexington Avenue, Mount Kisco

914-666-7445pigcafe.com

The All-American menu at the Flying Pig boasts a large selection of fresh foods from the Hudson

Valley. Dedicated to farm-to-table produce, the restaurant is located in the historic Mount Kisco train

station and is known for its pulled pork and chopped salad dishes.

NORTH CAROLINA

Crooks Corner

610 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill

919-929-7643crookscorner.com

Famous for its dedication to southern cuisine and its acclaimed shrimp, Crooks Corner offers a

constantly changing menu that utilizes North Carolinas freshest local ingredients. Chef Bill Smith

composes seasonal dishes including soft-shell crabs and fried oysters.

Guadalupe Caf

606 West Main Street, Sylva

828-586-9877
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guadalupecafe.com

A Caribbean restaurant located in downtown Sylva, Guadalupe Caf relies on local and organic

produce for its tamales, quesadillas, and other tapas. The caf is also a supporter of local artists, and

various works are displayed throughout the restaurant.

Lantern

423 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill

919-969-8846lanternrestaurant.com

Owner and chef Andrea Reusing is dedicated to preparing genuine Asian cuisine by utilizing local

ingredients. The restaurant, located on one of the main streets in this bustling college town, offers a

unique Asian take on bistro-style food.

Nobles Restaurant

6801 Morrison Blvd, Charlotte

704-367-9463

noblesrestaurants.com

Focusing on New Southern Cuisine, Nobles Restaurant utilizes the freshest local ingredients in dishes

like the pan-seared jumbo lump crab cake or the fennel-crusted tuna. The rustic atmosphere, which is

complemented by chef Jim Nobles use of a wood-fired oven and grill, brings an outdoor feel to the

indoor dining area. The restaurant offers fresh-baked organic bread and prepares decadent meals

based on regionally produced goods.

OHIO

Northstar Caf

4241 North High Street, Columbus614-784-2233

thenorthstarcafe.com

Northstar Caf serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily, while making conscious decisions to support

the environment in addition to its organic ingredients, the cafs uniforms are made of organic

cotton.

The Flying Fig

2523 Market Avenue, Cleveland

216-241-4243

theflyingfig.comThis wine-oriented restaurant pairs savory dishes that use the freshest local ingredients available with

unusual wines from Spain, Australia, Argentina, Napa, and more.

OREGON

Amaranth Produce

5209 West Burnside Road, Portland

503-246-1447
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Amaranth Produce is a small market located just outside Portland. All products sold by Amaranth,

including blackberries, carrots, radishes, and squash, are grown on the property without pesticides.

Kelly Wood, owner and premier gardener, uses her residential garden to grow the markets

vegetables, herbs, and flowers; she also raises chickens and sells eggs.

Burgerville

Northwest Coast888-827-8369

burgerville.com

In an age where fast food is synonymous with grease and fat, Burgerville works to combat the

overwhelming stereotype by focusing on healthy, earth-friendly choices, like the cheeseburger with

natural beef patty. The restaurant tries to provide all local and organic foods that are beneficial to its

customers health and the environment. At its almost 40 locations, Burgerville offers naturally grown

fruits, vegetables, and meats, with an emphasis on utilizing what the Northwest has to offer.

Ciao Vito

2203 Northeast Alberta Street, Portland

503-282-5522

ciaovito.net

This neighborhood Italian restaurant uses sustainable, organic, and local produce, seafood, and meats

whenever possible. The menu, featuring a combination of Italian and Northwestern dishes, is constantly

changing to best capture the seasonal ingredients. Ciao Vito prides itself on unique relationships with

local farmers and dedication to using fresh products.

Fife

4440 Northeast Freemont Street, Portland971-222-3433

fiferestaurant.com

Fife works almost exclusively with small farmers located within a 100-mile radius of the restaurant,

providing guests with the freshest ingredients available. The restaurant is designed as an extension of

chef and owner Marco Shaws home, with an open kitchen surrounded by small tables where

customers can watch dishes like the duck breast with squash, shallots, bacon and strawberry mustard

be prepared.

Higgins

1239 Southwest Broadway, Portland503-222-9070

higgins.ypguides.net

Designed as a French bistro, Higgins is a restaurant and bar that provides sustainably and

regeneratively grown ingredients. Chef Greg Higgins tries to use local organic products whenever

possible in dishes like Lookout Point oysters on the half-shell or the honey- and chili-roasted Oregon

hazelnuts. Higgins is also a supporter of the Chefs Collaborative, a network of chefs who work to

advance sustainable food choices.
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New Seasons Market

Portland, Oregon (and other locations)

503-827-4357

newseasonsmarket.com

New Seasons Market has nine locations throughout Oregon, each one fully dedicated to buying and

selling local products. The market buys from local farmers, ranchers, creameries, and crabbers, hence

its motto, We Buy Local, So You Can Buy Local. The market also sells conventional food products,

including Frosted Flakes and Bumblebee Tuna.

Oregon Wine Tasting Room

19690 Southwest Highway 18, McMinnville

503-843-3787

winesnw.com/oregonwinetastingroom.htm

Boasting more than 150 wines from 70 Oregon wineries, the Oregon Wine Tasting Room is the oldest

tasting room in the state. For the last 27 years, it has provided one of the most extensive selections of

Oregon wines, many from vineyards that are not accessible to the public.

Wildwood

1221 Northwest 21st Avenue, Portland

503-248-9663

wildwoodrestaurant.com

Wildwood is a restaurant committed to utilizing the local resources the Northwest has to offer. Most of

the ingredients found in its meals are found only miles from the restaurant. Chef and founder Cory

Schreiber is dedicated to the philosophy of cooking from the source, and applies it to his simple and

natural meals.

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PENNSYLVANIA

Bona Terra

908 Main Street, Sharpsburgh412-781-8210

Latin for The Good Earth, Bona Terra is a minimalist restaurant devoted to featuring local and

organic produce and responsibly produced meats from Pittsburgh and its surrounding area. Chef

Douglass Dick buys his ingredients every morning and posts the dinner menu of Spanish-inspired

cuisine shortly before guests start to arrive.

Honeys Sit N Eat

800 North Fourth Street, Philadelphia

215-925-1150
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Honeys Sit N Eat is a classic neighborhood breakfast and lunch spot inspired by traditional southern

and Jewish foods. From fresh-baked breads and handmade sausages to bagels and whitefish, the food

is homemade with ingredients purchased from local farmers and distributors.

Main Line Prime

18 Greenfield Avenue, Ardmore

610-645-9500

mainlineprime.comMain Line Prime grocery store offers a selection of grass-fed locally raised beef, chicken, pork, and

lamb. Locally produced raw cheeses are also sold.

The Farmhouse

1449 Chestnut Street, Emmaus

610-967-6225

thefarmhouse.com

Located in an early 19th-century farmhouse, this restaurant has six dining rooms, an English-style pub,

outdoor seating, and private rooms available on request. Chef Michael Adams is dedicated to

providing dishes such as pan-roasted striped bass and roasted pork tenderloin that are based on the

freshest ingredients available.

White Dog Caf

3420 Sansom Street, Philadelphia

215-386-9224

whitedog.com

Located in the University City section of Philadelphia, White Dog Caf is committed to sustainable

agriculture and social awareness. Working with local farmers, the restaurants White Dog Caf

Foundation aims to develop and strengthen the connection between area restaurants and foodproviders. Seasonal specials include mustard grilled organic lamb and a pulled-duck confit on chickpea

panella.

Weatherbury Farm

1061 Sugar Run Road, Avella

724-587-3763

weatherburyfarm.com

This working sheep farm is open to families and visitors who wish to experience country living and

farming. A self-proclaimed escape to tranquility, the farm works to educate people about agriculture

and animal husbandry. Located just over 30 miles from Pittsburgh, Weatherbury Farm sells its grass-fed beef, vegetables, fruits, and eggs directly to customers.

RHODE ISLAND

Local121

121 Washington Street, Providence

401-274-2121

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Local121 is located in the former Dreyfus Hotel in downtown Providence. The mission of this trendy

restaurant is to serve the best locally grown foods the area has to offer, including New England

cheeses, non-genetically modified produce, and hormone-free meat, which are showcased in dishes

such as bacon-wrapped grilled scallops and braised pork shank. Local121 is also dedicated to

strengthening area appreciation of the arts by showing local artists work at the restaurant in the form of

photographs and table settings.

TENNESSEE

Blackberry Farm

1471 West Millers Cove Road, Walland

865-984-8166

blackberryfarm.com

Blackberry Farm, situated on 4,200 acres in the Great Smoky Mountains, is a small, luxurious hotel

that takes guests back to Americas agrarian past. Guests can learn about country pursuits like ranging

sheep, organic gardening, and canning newly harvested fruits and vegetables. Owned by the Beall

family for more than 70 years, Blackberry Farms two restaurants bring the abundance grown on their

farm into their country-style cuisine.

TEXAS

Reef

2600 Travis Street, Houston

713-526-8282

reefhouston.com

This seafood restaurant infuses fresh catches from the Gulf Coast with Mediterranean and Asian

influences. In 2008, Reef was nominated for three Houston Culinary Awards: Restaurant of the Year,Chef of the Year, and Outstanding Wine Service. Try the slow-baked salmon atop lemon risotto and

youll understand why!

TAfia

3701 Travis Street, Houston

713-524-6922

tafia.com

Featured on seven different Best New Restaurant lists, TAfia follows the mantra season and place.

Chef-owner Monica Pope uses mostly organic and local ingredients in her Texas-inspired dishes, such

as Eberly organic French-cut chicken served with a side of mac n cheese. The menu also boasts afive-course local-market tasting menu, which highlights produce from the local farmers market.

UTAH

Hells Backbone Grill

20 Northwest Highway 12, Boulder

435-335-7464

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Despite its somewhat ominous name, Hells Backbone Grill runs on Buddhist principles with a devotion

to natural health and environmental responsibility. Many of the ingredients used in the dishes which

include cream of jalapeo soup and lemon chiffon cake are grown right in the restaurants two

gardens and six-acre farm, and are complemented by organic wines. Better yet, the restaurant buys its

meat from local farms and gets its fruit from Boulders heirloom orchards.

VERMONT

Farmers Diner

5573 Woodstock Road, Quechee

802-476-4666

farmersdiner.com

The Farmers Diner is a clear example of following a local-food-only policy. Owner Tod Murphy

provides customers with typical diner meals soups, grilled cheese sandwiches, and omelets made

with all-natural and local food. With the goal of producing and buying all food from within a 50-mile

radius, the Farmers Diner looks to be a role model in the slow-food industry.

VIRGINIA

Eve

110 South Pitt Street, Alexandria

703-706-0450

restauranteve.com

Located in a historic warehouse in Old Alexandria, Eve is owned and run by husband and wife team

Cathal and Meschelle Armstrong. The upscale bistro captures modern American cuisine (lobster

ravioli) and classic French style (duck leg confit) with a menu that changes daily and accommodates

local farmers and markets.

Feast!

416 West Main Street; Charlottesville

434-244-7800

feastvirginia.com

This independently owned grocery store provides local foods among a variety of gourmet products.

Specialties include Feasts cheese case, stocked with some seventy-five artisan cheeses; an olive-oil

department; and a newly expanded eat-in caf.

Harrys Taproom2800 Clarendon Boulevard, Arlington

703-778-7788

harrystaproom.com

Harrys Taproom uses organically grown, local produce to prepare flavorful entres including grilled

pork chop and spicy rib-eye steak. Ingredients are purchased from farms in Virginia, Maryland, New

Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The restaurant strives for fine cuisine at a reasonable price in a relaxing

environment.
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Home Farm Store

1 East Washington Street, Middleburg

540-687-8882

homefarmstore.com

This traditional butcher shop features local beef, veal, lamb, and pork. Most of the meat sold is USDA

Certified Organic, as well as raised and pastured near the shops location. Home Farm Store also sells

local and organic produce, wine, and groceries.

My Organic Market

3831 Mount Vernon Avenue, Alexandria

703-535-5980

myorganicmarket.com

My Organic Market is a local grocery store chain in Maryland. A founding member of the Clean

Energy Partnership, it sells high-quality organic fruits and vegetables as well as nutritional supplements

and dry goods.

Veramar Vineyard

905 Quarry Road, Berryville

540-955-5510

veramar.com

Veramar Vineyard, a 100-acre private estate and winery, is located less than an hour from

Washington, D.C., and is owned and run by three generations of the Bogaty family. The red, white, and

dessert wines available for sale and tasting are produced on the property and represent the delicacy of

Virginia vineyards.

WASHINGTON

Christinas

310 Main Street, Eastsound, Ocras Island

360-376-4904

christinas.net

Christina Orchids destination restaurant highlights the Northwests bountiful local foods. For almost 30

years, Christinas has been recognized in countless magazines and newspapers for its hospitality and

delicious, Pacific coast-inspired cuisine.

WISCONSIN

Downtown Grocery

607 Third Street, Wasau

715-848-9800

downtowngrocery.com

Downtown Grocery is a neighborhood store featuring locally grown, produced, and baked foods from

around Wasau. The grocery also sells conventional items but aims to create an economy based on local

food.
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Harvest

21 North Pinckney Street, Madison

608-255-6075

harvest-restaurant.com

Harvest has a continually changing menu of dishes like roasted wild salmon, braised beef short ribs, and

American bison New York strip steak that feature seasonal crops of the North. Located in downtown

Madison, the restaurant makes use of organic ingredients from local farmers. Outdoor seating and

private rooms are also available.

Just Local Food Co-Op

772 First Avenue, Eau Claire

715-577-5564

justlocalfood.blogspot.com

This community-supported and worker-owned cooperative grocery store aims to provide local and

organically grown fruits and vegetables, as well as artisan beer and cheese at a low cost. This fulfills

Just Local Food Co-Ops mission to sell food that is sustainable and environmentally beneficial.

CANADA

Bishops

2183 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, British Columbia

604-738-2025

bishopsonline.com

One of Vancouvers premier restaurants, Bishops provides delicious meals made from fresh and local

ingredients, produce, and sustainable seafood. Chef and owner John Bishop is also the author of

Fresh: Seasonal Recipes Made with Local Foods, which includes more than 100 of his health and

environment-friendly recipes like roasted pears with blue cheese.

Foxglove Farm Retreat

1200 Mt. Maxwell Road, Salt Spring Island, British Columbia

250-537-1989

foxglovefarmretreat.com

This 120-acre farm produces organically grown fruits and vegetables, including strawberries,

raspberries, blueberries, asparagus, melons, and apples. Foxglove Farm is a working farm and eco-

forestry project, as well as home to the Center for Art, Ecology, and Agriculture, a nonprofit dedicated

to researching the relationship between agriculture and community. Fresh Foxglove Farm products are

available at British Columbias Salt Spring Island farmers markets, local stores, and various restaurants.


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