Tag: sustainability

  • Under-the-Radar

    Under-the-Radar

    You may not think of these places as food destinations, but you should. Certain cities are known for their cuisine. When you visit New York, San Francisco, or New Orleans, you know that whatever hits your plate will likely be some of the best on the planet. But other cities are stepping up their food games, too. Here’s a look at some places where foodies will be pleasantly surprised.

    Sacramento was into farm-to-table long before it was fashionable — it was just a way of life.  Sit down anywhere in town and expect to see buzz words like local, seasonal, sustainable, and artisan on the menus. At Mulvaney’s B&L, the menu changes daily based on what the farmers are offering. You know you’re in for a treat because the restaurant founder and lead chef is Patrick Mulvaney, a leader in the farm-to-table movement. Hand-crafted New American is the order of the day at his restaurant.

    Under-the-Radar Food Cities
    Originally published by The Daily Meal
    Read the full story here: thedailymeal.com

  • Meat, Water and Global Warming

    Meat, Water and Global Warming

    Restaurateur Patrick Mulvaney says he thinks of himself and the farmers that he buys from as “careful stewards of the land.” Mulvaney primarily buys certified organic or sustainably grown farm products, and seafood approved by the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch program. Servers at his Midtown restaurant, Mulvaney’s B&L, even limit pours of drinking water to patrons who specifically ask for it — a nod toward California’s ongoing drought.

    Meat, Water and Global Warming
    Originally published by Comstock’s Magazine
    Read the full story here: comstocksmag.com