Dining - Oct. 24, 2009
Milwaukee's best use of local food, 2009: Roots
Roots Restaurant and Cellar was one of Milwaukee's first dining destinations to actively pursue the use of local ingredients. Using only naturally raised meats and fresh seafood from the start, they've evolved to mainly use produce grown in Wisconsin, too.
Tags: roots restaurant, local food, slow food, comet cafe, crazy water, hinterland, kil@wat, la merenda, transfer, riverwest co-op

Living - March 3, 2009
It's easier than you might think to buy food locally
Simply put, the CSA system connects local farmers with local consumers who become members or shareholders of the CSA by financing the farm's whole seasonal budget, including seeds, tools, maintenance and land payments. In return, they get weekly or monthly baskets of fresh, organic produce, fruits, flowers, herbs, eggs, milk -- anything the farm can produce.
Tags: csa, community supported agriculture, pinehold gardens, urban ecology center, farming, local food

Dining - Dec. 17, 2007
Milwaukee chefs embrace trend of buying, planning locally
Some area chefs make a point to buy and plan their menus taking into consideration locally-grown ingredients. It's a growing trend that suppliers and diners can sink their teeth into.
Tags: kil@wat, dream dance, comet, ipic, chef, local food