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Farm News: Chefs Go Local On The 22nd
Posted: 08.13.2010
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Southern Wisconsin chefs and farmers are coming together for a "Madison Locals" event Sunday, August 22nd from 4:00 -7:00 PM at The Madison Club located at 5 E Wilson Street off the Capital Square in Madison.
The chefs are pairing up with local farmers to prepare sample dishes that represent the flavor or Southern Wisconsin. The event will feature 20 different food producers and artisans that the region is known for. Unique dishes will be specially prepared with locally raised meat, dairy and produce that highlight the region's character.
"We are looking forward to hosting chefs and guests for a true 'taste of Madison'! Not only do we want to share how the Madison Club is partnering with local farmers, we are excited to see where other chefs are finding inspiration this summer," says Chef Daniel Fox of The Madison Club.
This event helps raise money for REAP Food Group's Buy Fresh Buy Local program (BFBL). BFBL helps Southern Wisconsin restaurants find locally grown food that meets their needs and satisfies the craving of consumers. The BFBL program coordinator, Maria Davis, describes the event this way, "Madison Locals is a great opportunity not only to taste but to interact and learn from Madison's finest chefs who use locally grown products." Building on the success of last year's event, Madison Locals 2010 will also include chef demos featuring Chef Dan Fox and Chef Jason Veal of The Madison Club, Chef Josh Perkins of The Willy Street Cooperative and Chef David McKercher of Sunshine Grasshopper Kitchen.
Each $30 ticket grants guests full access to all dishes prepared at the event. Guests can also visit with the paired farmer and learn about their production methods and passion for producing great food. Tickets can be purchased in-person at The Madison Club at 5 E Wilson Street in downtown Madison or via phone (608 255 4861). More information on participating chefs and event details can be found at reapfoodgroup.org.
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