The fancy dinner formula of creative chef + wise winemaker = educational entertainment while you eat is tried and true. But for those dedicated enough to attend these meals regularly, the equation risks running a little tired. Isn’t there more we can learn about our dinner? Aren’t there other epicurean experts we should be listening to?
With that in mind, the folks at Ganna Walska Lotusland decided to invite more experts to the table, specifically those farmers, ranchers, and fishmongers who are on the frontlines of our food systems. In addition to Chef Ashley Transki of Duo Catering and winemaker Matt Dees of The Hilt and Jonata, Lotusland’s Farmer Forward Dinner on May 16 will highlight the work of farmer Jacob Grant of Roots Farm and the team of Kim Selkoe and Victoria Voss at Get Hooked! Seafood . As dishes are presented, attendees will hear a bit from all of these participants, learning all about what makes every bite of the night special.
“Food is our fuel. Everyone should care about what they are putting into their bodies,” said Transki of why knowing more is critical. “I feel that so many of our current health problems could be mitigated if we took better care of ourselves. This absolutely begins with better food — food that hasn't been sprayed to death with chemicals and leached of nourishment and flavor in search of a longer shelf life.”