Not exact matches
Clark Bartlett's passion for fresh,
locally grown
food led her to create Epicurean Group in 2003, and today she operates a large contract foodservice business with her
values serving as the foundation
of the company.
Figures from research firm Euromonitor International revealed that
locally sourced and packaged
foods and beverages are expected to reach a sales
value of around $ 88bn globally by 2020.
We
value farmers who take care
of the land; the preservation
of sustainably farmed land; a vibrant thriving community
of local farms; and consumption
of locally grown
foods.
It is also part
of a broader effort, mandated by recent D.C. Council legislation, to upgrade the quality and nutritional
value of school
food with fresh,
locally grown ingredients.
Locally controlled industrial development agencies provided at least $ 22 million in tax abatements to
food companies, and discount power programs managed by the state power authority have provided discounted electricity with a minimum estimated
value of $ 7.6 million.
The
food, which is prepared using only fresh,
locally produced ingredients, was fantastic and excellent
value for money, the presentation
of the dishes exquisite and the mellow atmosphere and tranquil setting were perfect to calm jangled nerves and recharge the batteries.
These tours
value sustainability by serving
locally inspired gourmet
food to reduce the risk
of introducing foreign plants into the ecosystem and minimizing carbon emissions through solar panels and wind turbines.