Wednesday, September 30, 2009
GFA Gets a New Fall Look!
Thanks to the talented Lee Thompson of Thompson Creative, the GFA starts the Fall with a new logo and an autumn web design. Check out the revamped navigation to give visitors a more user-friendly experience.
Floods Devastate Canoe & Love is Love Farm
Last week the Chattahoochee River filled Canoe with over eight feet of water in the first floor. During the repairs and rebuilding period over the next weeks, Chef Carvel Gould asks for the industry’s support in hiring her front and back of the house employees for available part-time work.
Building a successful farming operation is a tremendous endeavor and it is devastating when the entire farm is engulfed in flood waters. Judith Winfrey and Joe Reynolds lost their entire fall crop and the irrigation system was destroyed in floods earlier this month.
It is important to show our support of farmers like Judith and Joe of Love is Love Farm and I ask for the GFA community rally with prayers and dollars. Visit the Slow Food site (link to ATL Slow Food site) to learn how donations may be made to help Judith and Joe rebuild the farm and lives. See the below blog post for a fund-raising dinner.
Woodfire Grill Hosts Wine Dinner to Benefit Love is Love Farm
Farm-to-Table Restaurant Creates October 11 Fundraiser to Repair Local Farm’s Flood Damage
Woodfire Grill, one of Atlanta’s favorite farm-to-table restaurant, is hosting a fundraiser for Love is Love Farm on Sunday, October 11, to help the beloved local farm recover from the flash floods that occurred early last week. Love is Love sustained severe flood damage from the heavy rains in the Atlanta-area and must now rebuild their entire establishment, which is located in Douglasville, Georgia. The fundraising event will feature a cocktail reception at 6 p.m. followed by a seated dinner at 6:30 p.m. that includes a four-course menu with wine pairings for $100 per person. All proceeds from the event will benefit Love is Love Farm.
“We are strong supporters of Love is Love Farm’s mission to provide local, organic products and we get a large portion of our produce from their farm, so it is our goal to raise $10,000 to help get them up and running again,” says Woodfire Grill Co-Owner Bernard Moussa.
As The New York Times reported on September 23, Love is Love Farm Operator Joe Reynolds said the flood “could have a crippling toll on his small-scale farm.” His irrigation system was destroyed and two-thirds of his land was submerged, leaving his fall harvest deep under water. The farm is now looking at repair costs of $8,000.
Woodfire Grill is no stranger to supporting Love is Love Farm. Just prior to the flooding, the restaurant’s Executive Chef/Co-Owner Kevin Gillespie participated in the “Outstanding in the Field” farm dinner as a guest chef at Love is Love on Saturday, September 19. This event brings together local farmers, chefs and winemakers to feast on gifts of the land and explore the connection between the earth and the food on our plates.
Gillespie will also create the special menu for the fundraiser, and wines to complement his cuisine will be chosen by the restaurant’s Co-Owner Nicolas Quinones, who also serves as the Woodfire Grill’s wine director. During the event, guests will also have the opportunity to donate additional funds directly to Love is Love Farm to help with the reconstruction process. Reservations for the fundraiser are required, and guests must call 404-347-9566 to reserve a spot.
Operated by Joe Reynolds and Judith Winfrey, Love is Love Farm focuses on heirloom and endangered vegetable varieties, and employs soil-based agricultural practices, such as continuous crop-rotation, cover cropping and labor-intensive hand weeding to cultivate the best and healthiest vegetables. All fertility and soil amendments are composed of natural sources.
Reynolds and Winfrey believe that a direct relationship with customers and transparent growing practices are the most assured ways to preserve the safety of our food supply and protect our community as well as the environment. Love is Love Farm is located at 3260 Highway 166 in Douglasville, Georgia. For more information, call 678-485-4941 or visit http://www.loveislovefarm.com/.
Woodfire Grill is located at 1782 Cheshire Bridge Road and serves dinner Tuesday through Saturday. For more information or to make reservations, call 404-347-9566 or visit http://www.woodfiregrill.com/.
Woodfire Grill, one of Atlanta’s favorite farm-to-table restaurant, is hosting a fundraiser for Love is Love Farm on Sunday, October 11, to help the beloved local farm recover from the flash floods that occurred early last week. Love is Love sustained severe flood damage from the heavy rains in the Atlanta-area and must now rebuild their entire establishment, which is located in Douglasville, Georgia. The fundraising event will feature a cocktail reception at 6 p.m. followed by a seated dinner at 6:30 p.m. that includes a four-course menu with wine pairings for $100 per person. All proceeds from the event will benefit Love is Love Farm.
“We are strong supporters of Love is Love Farm’s mission to provide local, organic products and we get a large portion of our produce from their farm, so it is our goal to raise $10,000 to help get them up and running again,” says Woodfire Grill Co-Owner Bernard Moussa.
As The New York Times reported on September 23, Love is Love Farm Operator Joe Reynolds said the flood “could have a crippling toll on his small-scale farm.” His irrigation system was destroyed and two-thirds of his land was submerged, leaving his fall harvest deep under water. The farm is now looking at repair costs of $8,000.
Woodfire Grill is no stranger to supporting Love is Love Farm. Just prior to the flooding, the restaurant’s Executive Chef/Co-Owner Kevin Gillespie participated in the “Outstanding in the Field” farm dinner as a guest chef at Love is Love on Saturday, September 19. This event brings together local farmers, chefs and winemakers to feast on gifts of the land and explore the connection between the earth and the food on our plates.
Gillespie will also create the special menu for the fundraiser, and wines to complement his cuisine will be chosen by the restaurant’s Co-Owner Nicolas Quinones, who also serves as the Woodfire Grill’s wine director. During the event, guests will also have the opportunity to donate additional funds directly to Love is Love Farm to help with the reconstruction process. Reservations for the fundraiser are required, and guests must call 404-347-9566 to reserve a spot.
Operated by Joe Reynolds and Judith Winfrey, Love is Love Farm focuses on heirloom and endangered vegetable varieties, and employs soil-based agricultural practices, such as continuous crop-rotation, cover cropping and labor-intensive hand weeding to cultivate the best and healthiest vegetables. All fertility and soil amendments are composed of natural sources.
Reynolds and Winfrey believe that a direct relationship with customers and transparent growing practices are the most assured ways to preserve the safety of our food supply and protect our community as well as the environment. Love is Love Farm is located at 3260 Highway 166 in Douglasville, Georgia. For more information, call 678-485-4941 or visit http://www.loveislovefarm.com/.
Woodfire Grill is located at 1782 Cheshire Bridge Road and serves dinner Tuesday through Saturday. For more information or to make reservations, call 404-347-9566 or visit http://www.woodfiregrill.com/.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
EVOS OPENS IN SANDY SPRINGS
Thanks to concepts like EVOS, getting a fast meal can be healthy, fresh and fun! Andy Cuppia opened his first restaurant, EVOS in June to rave reviews. Within a week of opening a friend wrote to tell me about this exciting new Sandy Springs restaurant with wonderful food. Another source tells me the French fries are phenomenal! (Note they are not fried, so indulge with a clean conscious)
On a more personal side, Andy is a class act sort of guy who decided to venture into the restaurant industry after a career in the financial arena. Andy joined the GFA as a Seed Sponsor once the restaurant was under construction.
EVOS is located in the Prado Shopping Center on Roswell Road just inside the Perimeter. Join the GFA in supporting EVOS by visiting his restaurant for a delicious, fast and healthy meal.
Here is some more info from the pr firm, Melissa Libby & Associates:
EVOS® is a fresh, modern eatery with an eclectic blend of tasty, flavorful fast food made with high quality, natural ingredients and no deep-fryer grease, leaving customers feeling healthy, full and refreshed. As America’s first healthier fast food chain serving up full flavor and only half the fat, EVOS is fast food evolved.
On a more personal side, Andy is a class act sort of guy who decided to venture into the restaurant industry after a career in the financial arena. Andy joined the GFA as a Seed Sponsor once the restaurant was under construction.
EVOS is located in the Prado Shopping Center on Roswell Road just inside the Perimeter. Join the GFA in supporting EVOS by visiting his restaurant for a delicious, fast and healthy meal.
Here is some more info from the pr firm, Melissa Libby & Associates:
EVOS® is a fresh, modern eatery with an eclectic blend of tasty, flavorful fast food made with high quality, natural ingredients and no deep-fryer grease, leaving customers feeling healthy, full and refreshed. As America’s first healthier fast food chain serving up full flavor and only half the fat, EVOS is fast food evolved.
WATERHAVEN OPENS IN MIDTOWN
Atlanta was a lucky city last month ~ restaurant veteran Joe McCarthy opened Waterhaven in Midtown! Along with Chef Chris Lee, Joe created a haven for local, sustainable and phenomenal cuisine. At the inaugural Chef’s Strictly Social gathering on July 1 Chef Lee impressed the guests with his ingenuity and culinary talent.
GFA member Waterhaven is committed to sustainable practices and works with area farmers to ensure the menu is infused with local ingredients.
Waterhaven is located at 75 5th Street in Midtown. Join the GFA in supporting Waterhaven by visiting the restaurant for a phenomenal dining experience.
Here is some copy provided by the pr firm, Melissa Libby & Associates:
Located within Midtown’s Technology Square, WaterHaven Restaurant offers a welcoming retreat from the hustle and bustle of Atlanta’s urban activity. The seasonally-inspired eatery features contemporary American fare that highlights local farms and purveyors.
GFA member Waterhaven is committed to sustainable practices and works with area farmers to ensure the menu is infused with local ingredients.
Waterhaven is located at 75 5th Street in Midtown. Join the GFA in supporting Waterhaven by visiting the restaurant for a phenomenal dining experience.
Here is some copy provided by the pr firm, Melissa Libby & Associates:
Located within Midtown’s Technology Square, WaterHaven Restaurant offers a welcoming retreat from the hustle and bustle of Atlanta’s urban activity. The seasonally-inspired eatery features contemporary American fare that highlights local farms and purveyors.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
YIKES ~ A GREEN BEAN-COUNTER IS ON THE LOOSE!
On June 8 the Atlanta Journal & Constitution ran an article on the GFA featuring founder Holly Elmore. Journalist NedraRhone weaves the story of the GFA formation with Elmore's eclectic career path. The article includes a picture of Doubletree Hotel ~ Buckhead Executive Chef David Edwards preparing food residuals for composting.
Help is on the way! The article emphasized Elmore is the only GFA staff member and many contacted the GFA offering to volunteer.
Help is on the way! The article emphasized Elmore is the only GFA staff member and many contacted the GFA offering to volunteer.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
Ecco in the news … again!!
How fun to read the June issue of Atlanta Magazine and see GFA Supporter Ecco featured for their eco-conscious practices. Each month the energywise section sponsored by Gas South features a restaurant that walks the talk. Thanks to Ecco for the GFA mention and including their first GFA Green Certified Restaurant status. Check out the fantastic article in hard copy.
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