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August 3 to August 5, the fourth-annual \u003ca href=\"http://sfchefsfoodwine.com/events/grand-tasting-tent/\">SF Chefs Grand Tasting tent\u003c/a> is slated to turn Union Square into an urban garden party swirl with food, cocktails, wine tastes from 30 wineries, mixologists, and of course chefs. It's a good way to, say, check out the latest molecular gastronomy dish at one table and stroll over for a nibble of seafood ceviche in the next breath. Pacing is everything, and taking breaks and staying hydrated will give you more staying power. There are also classes, food pairings, volunteer opportunities, cooking competitions and a full menu of culinary and sweet offerings from 25 chefs, including \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/03/23/chef-dominique-crenn-talks-about-her-dialogue-dinners-book-project-and-guy-savoy/\">Dominique\u003c/a> \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2010/08/07/dominique-crenns-iron-chef-appearance-bay-area-eats/\">Crenn\u003c/a>, Arnold Wong, Hoss Zare, Traci Des Jardins, Chris Cosentino, Tyler Florence (TyFlo), Ryan Scott, Thomas McNaughton and Staffan Terje. Dinners and related events are happening throughout the city leading up to late July, and a \u003ca href=\"http://sfchefsfoodwine.com/events/all/\">full list of events\u003c/a> is available on the SF Chefs website. Check out the \u003ca href=\"http://www.epicuring.com/california/event/sf-chefs-food-wine-spirits-week-july-7-aug-5-25-special-epicuring-discount/\">discount code\u003c/a> available for many events via Epicuring.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/07/emilywithchefs500.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/07/emilywithchefs500.jpg\" alt=\"Chef Mark Dommen and Chef Emily Luchetti with other chefs at SF Chefs. Photo: Isabelle Aspera, Courtesy of SF Chefs\" title=\"Chef Mark Dommen and Chef Emily Luchetti with other chefs at SF Chefs. Photo: Isabelle Aspera, Courtesy of SF Chefs\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45581\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Emily Luchetti (far right) with other chefs at SF Chefs. 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Many of the volunteers I managed for SF Chefs were referred by Kevin Westlye and were generally young and enthusiastic about the world of hospitality.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>To tell the story of SF Chefs, in person and phone interviews were held with the Golden Gate Restaurant Association’s (GGRA) Executive Director \u003ca href=\"http://ggra.org/about/staff/\">Rob Black\u003c/a> and GGRA Board Member and former Executive Director \u003ca href=\"http://ggra.org/about/board/\">Kevin Westlye\u003c/a>, publicist \u003ca href=\"http://www.afandco.com/about-us/andrew-freeman/\">Andrew Freeman\u003c/a>, chefs \u003ca href=\"http://www.1300fillmore.com/\">David Lawrence\u003c/a> (1300 Fillmore), \u003ca href=\"http://www.emilyluchetti.com/\">Emily Luchetti\u003c/a> (Waterbar and Farallon), \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2010/05/07/urban-chef-report-craig-stolls-favorite-bay-area-eats/\">Craig Stoll\u003c/a> (Delfina, Locanda, Pizzeria Delfina), \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2011/03/11/food-secrets-of-chefrestaurateur-staffan-terje/\">Staffan Terje\u003c/a> (Perbacco and Barbacco) and \u003ca href=\"http://www.joanneweir.com/index.php\">Joanne Weir\u003c/a> (\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/04/29/copita-tequileria-y-comida-joanne-weir-and-larry-mindel%E2%80%99s-mexico-in-sausalito/\">Copita\u003c/a>). \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>How did SF Chefs get started?\u003c/strong> \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Kevin Westlye:\u003c/strong> The genesis of the event was looking at San Francisco, the Bay Area and northern California and not seeing a celebratory event that put together artisan products of the region with our incredible chef talent. We also looked at the other festivals that existed -- the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, South Beach to a certain degree, and Pebble Beach. For all of those events, the chefs were brought into a community for three to four days. They'd have an incredible event and then leave. With our events, the public can come and taste from 25-30 local chefs at a time. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Craig Stoll:\u003c/strong> I was excited and got involved right away because I thought it was important for San Francisco to have its own food and wine festival. At the start, it was a “duh” moment: why hadn’t we had our own food and wine festival before, of all cities? It’s about showing San Francisco off as a food city. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Andrew Freeman:\u003c/strong> It was definitely the inspiration of the GGRA Board under Kevin Westlye. There was a lot going on with food and wine festivals happening all over the country. We had a feeling that San Francisco is the epicenter and a culinary Mecca and that we didn't want to lose our position as that leader. Our original meeting was a brainstorming session. We noticed that people in New York and then Las Vegas at that point were comparing themselves to San Francisco. We have Napa and Sonoma, and the start of the farm to table movement with Alice Waters. If we could pull it off, we’d highlight the chefs of San Francisco. It took time to find sponsors--always a challenge, plan it and get the space. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Joanne Weir:\u003c/strong> I’ve been involved since the beginning because I’m such a supporter of anything San Francisco. We all hear about New York, London and Paris but we really have an incredible food culture here. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>David Lawrence:\u003c/strong> The event came about around the importance of San Francisco as a national brand. I came here in the late 80s from London. When you talked about food then, you talked about New York and San Francisco. SF Chefs helped elevate our brand nationally. It’s a period of time to come and taste under one roof. A lot of people love this. Maybe they can’t always afford to come to all of the restaurants that are involved. The event lets you sample or taste from chefs and restaurants and is just a perfect marriage.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Community is a strong reason for SF Chefs to exist and grow. How has community come into play in your experience with SF Chefs?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>David Lawrence:\u003c/strong> The community element has always been a part of the history of SF Chefs. I’m very proud of it and how it has evolved. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Staffan Terje:\u003c/strong> It really gets us to connect with each other and exchange ideas. People get to see chefs they know being out there and having fun. Our regular guests get to connect with us. 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If there’s some chef you haven’t met, you have a good opportunity to try their food. Networking is work and you make connections but this is like a fun-fest almost. For the people who attend and buy tickets, yes we're working our table but it’s fun to be there, and not just work.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Rob Black:\u003c/strong> We’re all about fostering community in our culinary world and see people in each others kitchens, sharing recipes, farms and vendors. We also have \u003ca href=\"http://sfchefsfoodwine.com/events/dinner-party-project/\">dinner party projects\u003c/a> to showcase innovation and creativity from our community. One of the great ones will be \u003ca href=\"http://sfchefsfoodwine.com/events/07/8/\">Dominique Crenn cooking with Jason Fox\u003c/a>. We asked her “What would be fun for you?” and she said that he would be someone she’d like to work with. 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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/davidlawrence_group500.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/davidlawrence_group500.jpg\" alt=\"Peter Osborne from Pedro’s Cantina, Pedro’s Cantina chef and David Lawrence photo courtesy of SF Chefs\" title=\"Peter Osborne from Pedro’s Cantina, Pedro’s Cantina chef and David Lawrence photo courtesy of SF Chefs\" width=\"500\" height=\"357\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45407\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Peter Osborne from Pedro’s Cantina, Pedro’s Cantina chef (middle) and David Lawrence Photo courtesy of SF Chefs\u003c/em> \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>That cooking school mantra is so true: we eat with the eyes first. If your heart quickens (even a little) at the chance of also batting an eye at a known chef who happens to be plating your food, San Francisco event planners have something for you. August 3 to August 5, the fourth-annual \u003ca href=\"http://sfchefsfoodwine.com/events/grand-tasting-tent/\">SF Chefs Grand Tasting tent\u003c/a> is slated to turn Union Square into an urban garden party swirl with food, cocktails, wine tastes from 30 wineries, mixologists, and of course chefs. It's a good way to, say, check out the latest molecular gastronomy dish at one table and stroll over for a nibble of seafood ceviche in the next breath. Pacing is everything, and taking breaks and staying hydrated will give you more staying power. There are also classes, food pairings, volunteer opportunities, cooking competitions and a full menu of culinary and sweet offerings from 25 chefs, including \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/03/23/chef-dominique-crenn-talks-about-her-dialogue-dinners-book-project-and-guy-savoy/\">Dominique\u003c/a> \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2010/08/07/dominique-crenns-iron-chef-appearance-bay-area-eats/\">Crenn\u003c/a>, Arnold Wong, Hoss Zare, Traci Des Jardins, Chris Cosentino, Tyler Florence (TyFlo), Ryan Scott, Thomas McNaughton and Staffan Terje. Dinners and related events are happening throughout the city leading up to late July, and a \u003ca href=\"http://sfchefsfoodwine.com/events/all/\">full list of events\u003c/a> is available on the SF Chefs website. Check out the \u003ca href=\"http://www.epicuring.com/california/event/sf-chefs-food-wine-spirits-week-july-7-aug-5-25-special-epicuring-discount/\">discount code\u003c/a> available for many events via Epicuring.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/07/emilywithchefs500.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/07/emilywithchefs500.jpg\" alt=\"Chef Mark Dommen and Chef Emily Luchetti with other chefs at SF Chefs. Photo: Isabelle Aspera, Courtesy of SF Chefs\" title=\"Chef Mark Dommen and Chef Emily Luchetti with other chefs at SF Chefs. Photo: Isabelle Aspera, Courtesy of SF Chefs\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45581\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Emily Luchetti (far right) with other chefs at SF Chefs. Photo: Isabelle Aspera, courtesy of SF Chefs\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I have \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2010/08/14/sf-chefs-goes-whole-hog/\">written about\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2010/08/13/sf-chefs-hospitalitarianism-panel-forget-the-trays/\">worked for SF Chefs\u003c/a> for the three past years. It brings a particular emphasis on our local products, people and places, from farms to restaurants. I was a paid production staff member of the 2010 SF Chefs, and saw that the story behind \u003cem>why\u003c/em> SF Chefs came into being doesn't seem well-known or talked about. The \u003ca href=\"http://ggra.org/\">Golden Gate Restaurant Association\u003c/a> is a key player in SF Chefs history, and GGRA members say they've had their say from the start on how the events will happen. SF Chefs raises scholarship funds for lower income kids to build the next generation of culinary professionals. Many of the volunteers I managed for SF Chefs were referred by Kevin Westlye and were generally young and enthusiastic about the world of hospitality.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>To tell the story of SF Chefs, in person and phone interviews were held with the Golden Gate Restaurant Association’s (GGRA) Executive Director \u003ca href=\"http://ggra.org/about/staff/\">Rob Black\u003c/a> and GGRA Board Member and former Executive Director \u003ca href=\"http://ggra.org/about/board/\">Kevin Westlye\u003c/a>, publicist \u003ca href=\"http://www.afandco.com/about-us/andrew-freeman/\">Andrew Freeman\u003c/a>, chefs \u003ca href=\"http://www.1300fillmore.com/\">David Lawrence\u003c/a> (1300 Fillmore), \u003ca href=\"http://www.emilyluchetti.com/\">Emily Luchetti\u003c/a> (Waterbar and Farallon), \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2010/05/07/urban-chef-report-craig-stolls-favorite-bay-area-eats/\">Craig Stoll\u003c/a> (Delfina, Locanda, Pizzeria Delfina), \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2011/03/11/food-secrets-of-chefrestaurateur-staffan-terje/\">Staffan Terje\u003c/a> (Perbacco and Barbacco) and \u003ca href=\"http://www.joanneweir.com/index.php\">Joanne Weir\u003c/a> (\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/04/29/copita-tequileria-y-comida-joanne-weir-and-larry-mindel%E2%80%99s-mexico-in-sausalito/\">Copita\u003c/a>). \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>How did SF Chefs get started?\u003c/strong> \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Kevin Westlye:\u003c/strong> The genesis of the event was looking at San Francisco, the Bay Area and northern California and not seeing a celebratory event that put together artisan products of the region with our incredible chef talent. We also looked at the other festivals that existed -- the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, South Beach to a certain degree, and Pebble Beach. For all of those events, the chefs were brought into a community for three to four days. They'd have an incredible event and then leave. With our events, the public can come and taste from 25-30 local chefs at a time. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Craig Stoll:\u003c/strong> I was excited and got involved right away because I thought it was important for San Francisco to have its own food and wine festival. At the start, it was a “duh” moment: why hadn’t we had our own food and wine festival before, of all cities? It’s about showing San Francisco off as a food city. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Andrew Freeman:\u003c/strong> It was definitely the inspiration of the GGRA Board under Kevin Westlye. There was a lot going on with food and wine festivals happening all over the country. We had a feeling that San Francisco is the epicenter and a culinary Mecca and that we didn't want to lose our position as that leader. Our original meeting was a brainstorming session. We noticed that people in New York and then Las Vegas at that point were comparing themselves to San Francisco. We have Napa and Sonoma, and the start of the farm to table movement with Alice Waters. If we could pull it off, we’d highlight the chefs of San Francisco. It took time to find sponsors--always a challenge, plan it and get the space. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Joanne Weir:\u003c/strong> I’ve been involved since the beginning because I’m such a supporter of anything San Francisco. We all hear about New York, London and Paris but we really have an incredible food culture here. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>David Lawrence:\u003c/strong> The event came about around the importance of San Francisco as a national brand. I came here in the late 80s from London. When you talked about food then, you talked about New York and San Francisco. SF Chefs helped elevate our brand nationally. It’s a period of time to come and taste under one roof. A lot of people love this. Maybe they can’t always afford to come to all of the restaurants that are involved. The event lets you sample or taste from chefs and restaurants and is just a perfect marriage.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Community is a strong reason for SF Chefs to exist and grow. How has community come into play in your experience with SF Chefs?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>David Lawrence:\u003c/strong> The community element has always been a part of the history of SF Chefs. I’m very proud of it and how it has evolved. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Staffan Terje:\u003c/strong> It really gets us to connect with each other and exchange ideas. People get to see chefs they know being out there and having fun. Our regular guests get to connect with us. People who haven’t been to the restaurant connect with us. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Joanne Weir:\u003c/strong> This is where people are all talking about “Did you taste this?” or “Did you see what \u003ca href=\"http://www.aziza-sf.com/mourad_book.html\">Mourad\u003c/a> is doing?” I love the camaraderie. We all do the same thing and get so caught up in our little world. I am at SF Chefs ‘til late at night each year because I love seeing all my friends. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>We’re really building on the relationships we have with the farmers, and where we get our wine and get our spirits. Chefs cook, but without the farmers, there’s nothing. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/AndrewFreemanMayorLeeRobBlack500.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/AndrewFreemanMayorLeeRobBlack500.jpg\" alt=\"Andrew Freeman, Mayor Ed Lee and Rob Black. Photo: Marc Fiorito, courtesy of SF Chefs\" title=\"Andrew Freeman, Mayor Ed Lee and Rob Black. Photo: Marc Fiorito, courtesy of SF Chefs\" width=\"500\" height=\"331\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45406\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Andrew Freeman, Mayor Ed Lee and Rob Black. Photo: Marc Fiorito, courtesy of SF Chefs\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Andrew Freeman:\u003c/strong> From the start, to pull this off, we had to come together around the idea that we are a community about food and wine. Media sponsors donate space and we keep it organic and real and about the chefs, for the chefs. We have our rising stars and we decided “let’s make this about the community,” and also look to our scene leaders.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Craig Stoll:\u003c/strong> It’s always a schmooze fest.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Emily Luchetti:\u003c/strong> It’s an opportunity for people to see each other and visit. If there’s some chef you haven’t met, you have a good opportunity to try their food. Networking is work and you make connections but this is like a fun-fest almost. For the people who attend and buy tickets, yes we're working our table but it’s fun to be there, and not just work.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Rob Black:\u003c/strong> We’re all about fostering community in our culinary world and see people in each others kitchens, sharing recipes, farms and vendors. We also have \u003ca href=\"http://sfchefsfoodwine.com/events/dinner-party-project/\">dinner party projects\u003c/a> to showcase innovation and creativity from our community. One of the great ones will be \u003ca href=\"http://sfchefsfoodwine.com/events/07/8/\">Dominique Crenn cooking with Jason Fox\u003c/a>. We asked her “What would be fun for you?” and she said that he would be someone she’d like to work with. [EDITOR’S NOTE: In March 2012, Chef Crenn shared with Bay Area Bites that she was a \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/03/23/chef-dominique-crenn-talks-about-her-dialogue-dinners-book-project-and-guy-savoy/\">fan of Jason Fox’s cooking at Commonwealth\u003c/a>]. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What’s on the menu for this year?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Andrew Freeman:\u003c/strong> Sliders are really popular. I think people want that safe adventure and to know that for the ticket price, they’ll get enough to eat and enough wine.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>David Lawrence:\u003c/strong> I’m deciding what to serve. I’m known for grits and short ribs and fried green tomatoes. Last year, I did white grits with pesto, white grits with BBQ chicken and goat cheese. It’s a Southern style dish with California sophistication. The year before I did grits with bleu cheese. People say “Wow this is good.” The idea is to never run out.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/07/EmilyLuchetti300.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/07/EmilyLuchetti300.jpg\" alt=\"Emily Luchetti at SF Chefs. Photo: Isabelle Aspera, courtesy of SF Chefs\" title=\"Emily Luchetti at SF Chefs. Photo: Isabelle Aspera, courtesy of SF Chefs\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45582\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Emily Luchetti at SF Chefs. Photo: Isabelle Aspera, courtesy of SF Chefs\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Emily Luchetti:\u003c/strong> We usually do something fruit-related because it’s summer and you want to take advantage of fruit and also serve a lot of people with no fork. They’re holding a dish and glass of wine sometimes. I do something tried and true that I know they’ll like.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Any bloopers from past SF Chefs events?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Andrew Freeman:\u003c/strong> Last year, the ribbon cutting with \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2011/02/11/valentines-treats-food-secrets-of-baker-banker/\">Baker & Banker\u003c/a> involved an incredible cake. The wind was so intense that pieces of the cake were blowing up. We were trying to act like it’s not cold and learned to do the ribbon cutting inside, on the stage. Each year we learn how to make it better.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ciframe src=\"http://player.vimeo.com/video/37075801\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" frameborder=\"0\">\u003c/iframe> \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://vimeo.com/37075801\">\"Soul Food Junkies\" 2012 Trailer\u003c/a> from \u003ca href=\"http://vimeo.com/byronhurt\">Byron Hurt\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Mac and cheese oozing buttery-goodness, thickly-crusted golden fried chicken, greens swimming in pork fat, chunky ribs slathered in smoky sauce, red velvet cake sporting an inch of icing. Are these a cherished part of African American culture or a recipe for an early death? The answer is both, as last Thursday’s West Coast premiere of \u003ca href=\"http://www.bhurt.com/\">Byron Hurt\u003c/a>’s movie \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SoulFoodJunkies\">Soul Food Junkies\u003c/a> vividly demonstrated. The screening at the \u003ca href=\"http://www.oakarts.org/\">Oakland School for the Arts\u003c/a> was co-sponsored by KQED and \u003ca href=\"http://bayarea.the-hub.net/\">the HUB\u003c/a>. The event closed the \u003ca href=\"http://www.huboakland.net/hub-oakland-kqed-co-sponsor-the-oakland-innovation-film-lab-june-18-21-2012/\">The Oakland Innovation Film Lab\u003c/a> and was followed by a panel discussion with local food activists and a spread of treats from \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/souley-vegan-oakland\">Souley Vegan Restaurant\u003c/a> in Oakland. All three aspects of the evening were enthusiastically received by the young, artistic-looking, urban, mostly African American crowd.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Tamearra-Dyson.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Tamearra-Dyson.jpg\" alt=\"Tamearra Dyson\" title=\"Tamearra Dyson\" width=\"400\" height=\"539\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44995\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Souley Vegan's Tamearra Dyson and a plate of fried okra\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In this documentary film, selected by KQED’s \u003ca href=\"http://www.kqed.org/tv/programs/index.jsp?pgmid=8630\">Independent Lens Series\u003c/a> to air in the upcoming 2012-13 season, Hurt uses his own family’s story as a through-line, centering on his father’s unflagging devotion to the artery-clogging classic dishes in the soul food repertoire. Hurt recalls that growing up he wanted to be just like his “Pops” and copied his Sunday breakfast ritual of grits and eggs, smothered with cheese, salt pork and bacon. After college, Hurt, (as well as his sister and mother) altered their diets. But, his father continued to gain weight, refusing to change his eating habits, even in the face of the pancreatic cancer that ultimately took his life at an early age. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Hurt's personal story is flanked throughout the film by commentary from a range of historians, scholars, soul food chefs, doctors, and everyday folk who illuminate the cultural complexities in the African American relationship to food. “Soul food is a repository for our history,” says one. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Discussions about food in the historical context of slavery and the Jim Crow era help to illuminate the subject. Slavery was an economic institution and slaves had to be fed enough to survive the long voyage. Once here, some were expected to grow their own food and others hunted and fished like they did back in Africa. Also, female slaves were doing the cooking for the people in the big house and taking care of the children. “The hand of the African in the pot transformed Southern cooking,” comments one food expert. “Survival food for slaves became delicacies.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Slaves did what they needed to do to survive and make it through harsh times,\" explains Hurt. \"Then that way of cooking got passed down from generation to generation. And today there is a reluctance to let go of the vestiges of the way of life of our forefathers and foremothers, even though things have changed: foods are now processed and full of chemicals and we’re not as active as previous generations.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/sfj-fried-chicken.jpeg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/sfj-fried-chicken.jpeg\" alt=\"soul food junkies fried chicken\" title=\"soul food junkies fried chicken\" width=\"560\" height=\"372\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45002\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Fried chicken. Photo: Shawn Escoffery\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Hurt’s mother describes the reasons she always prepared box lunches for the family to eat on their annual drives from their home in Long Island to Georgia. Because of Jim Crow laws, Black people could not be sure of finding hotels or restaurants that would serve them during road trips and so routinely brought hearty lunches of fried chicken and sides to keep them satisfied until they reached their destination.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>More recent history shows that there has been a movement for healthy food awareness in African American culture for many years. “The best moments of the black freedom struggle, was with organizations like the \u003ca href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Panther_Party\">Black Panthers\u003c/a>,\" comments a food historian. \"They understood the relationship of developing a Black nation and the necessity of developing a healthy diet.” \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Others interviewed in the film, however, are still very attached to Soul Food (the term was first coined in the '60s) and find creative rationalizations to keep eating it, such as, “Eve was made out of Adam’s rib, so ribs must be good.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/sfj.jpeg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/sfj.jpeg\" alt=\"Ribs, cabbage, rice, and potato salad on the side. Photo: Shawn Escoffery\" title=\"Ribs, cabbage, rice, and potato salad on the side. Photo: Shawn Escoffery\" width=\"560\" height=\"372\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45004\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Ribs, cabbage, rice, and potato salad on the side. Photo: Shawn Escoffery\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A poignant scene has Hurt stopping by some tailgating partiers at Mississippi's Jackson State University. The affable group of guys shows Hurt their “Junk Pot”--a huge stock pot filled with corn, pigs ears, pig feet and “everything else that’s not good for you.” With classic Southern hospitality, they invite him to have a sample. Hurt, who has stopped eating pork, doesn’t wish to offend these gentlemen, and so delicately extracts a small cob of corn to taste. This ploy does not escape the partiers who insist he take some meat. Hurt finally does sample a dripping turkey neck and reluctantly admits how delicious it is.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Educating any cultural group about the unhealthiness of treasured comfort food is a challenge because the concept of “comfort” connects us to foods that mom or grandma made and even fed us with her own hands. This primal, sensory gratification exists on an emotional, pre-verbal level, which does not speak the rational language of blood pressure screenings. In 2010, \u003ca href=\"http://saulsdeli.com/deli/referendum-on-the-deli-menu/\">Saul’s Deli in Berkeley\u003c/a> engaged in a similar debate and dialogue regarding nostalgia for “real” deli food (e.g. mile-high pastrami sandwiches) vs. the wisdom of sustainability. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>As a woman in \u003cstrong>Soul Food Junkies\u003c/strong> put it simply, “It’s comfort food, you eat it and it makes you feel better.” \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Yet, in the face of staggering statistics of diabetes, high blood pressure, and certain types of cancer rampant the African American community, food experts in the film comment on the urgent need to increase awareness and make changes now, before it’s too late. \u003c/p>\n\u003cblockquote>\u003cp>“If you want to wipe out an entire generation of people and engage in a 21st century genocide, all you have to do is to continue doing what we’re doing and deprive people of access to healthy food.”\n\u003c/p>\u003c/blockquote>\n\u003cp>Food justice, food deserts, lack of access to healthy food and the proliferation of fast food all play a critical role in this discussion. As one food scholar puts it, “In America, there is a class-based apartheid in the food system.” Hurt realizes that traditions, especially those that speak to times of family togetherness and comfort, are resistant to change. Instead of quitting classic soul food dishes cold turkey, some cooks in the film choose to tweak traditional recipes, like making oven-baked, skinless chicken instead of deep-fried. “We have to make it a part of popular culture. We have the power to change and if we don’t, we’ll be sick and die.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SoulFoodJunkies\">Soul Food Junkies\u003c/a> makes clear that hope for the future rests with the children. One of the last shots in the film is a group of African American elementary school children from \u003ca href=\"http://www.stphilipsacademy.org/\">St. Philips Academy\u003c/a> in Newark, New Jersey. The school’s “family-style lunch program, rooftop garden, teaching kitchen and science lab encourage an understanding of sustainability from seed to table.” We see the children yell happily, “Vegetables are Soul Food!”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Hurt’s last film, \u003ca href=\"http://www.bhurt.com/beyondBeatsAndRhymes.php\">Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes\u003c/a>, an award-winning documentary, was also selected for Independent Lens. It examines \"masculinity and manhood in rap and hip-hop, where creative genius collides with misogyny, violence and homophobia, exposing the complex intersections of culture and commerce.” \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/byron-hurt400.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/byron-hurt400.jpg\" alt=\"Byron Hurt credit Rebecca Bfresh McDonald\" title=\"Byron Hurt credit Rebecca Bfresh McDonald\" width=\"400\" height=\"533\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45014\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem> Filmmaker Byron Hurt. Photo: Rebecca Bfresh McDonald\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>INTERVIEW WITH BYRON HURT\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>BAB briefly interviewed \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/byronhurt\">Byron Hurt\u003c/a> by phone, while he was attending the \u003ca href=\"http://abff.com/festival/\">American Black Film Festival\u003c/a> in Miami where \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SoulFoodJunkies\">Soul Food Junkies\u003c/a> won Best Documentary.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>First you took on hip-hop and now soul food, are you trying to change African American culture?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI’d say I’m trying to make the culture better and stronger and challenge people to think critically about their culture.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What is your goal?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nTo challenge and inform people’s thinking. I‘m trying to create tools that inspire and educate so there can be a transformation and evolution to greater self-awareness. I used myself and my family as examples of what happens when you decide to change your diet and when you don’t. There might be many people out there who have been wanting to change, but need a nudge or some inspiration. Or maybe they want to help a family member or co-worker to change.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Isn’t comfort food hard to be rational about?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nIt is a very hard thing. I may have underestimated how hard it is. I saw with my own eyes that despite all the health challenges, it was still difficult for my father to change the way he ate.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What inspired you personally to change your diet?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nIt was my sister who set the first example in my family when she changed to a plant-based diet and I saw how healthy she looked. I had started to gain weight in my late 20s and early 30s. I realized that not being involved in athletics anymore [Hurt was a football quarterback in college] I couldn’t continue to eat and eat and eat the same way I had been. So I changed my diet and lost weight and felt better. My mom was more open than my father. She was a nurturer. She changed the way she cooked because she wanted to make us happy.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>LOCAL RESPONSE FROM PANEL\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Closer to home, the panel of food activists after the Oakland screening of \u003cstrong>Soul Food Junkies\u003c/strong> said much to stir up the crowd.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Aekta300.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Aekta300.jpg\" alt=\"Aekta Shah of I-SEEED\" title=\"Aekta Shah of I-SEEED\" width=\"300\" height=\"352\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45017\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Aekta Shah of I-SEEED at Harvard. Photo courtesy of Aekta Shah\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Aekta Shah, who works with \u003ca href=\"http://iseeed.org/\">I-SEEED\u003c/a> -- The Institute for Sustainable Economic, Educational, and Environmental Design, described two exciting projects. In 2011, about 30 high school students from Oakland, Richmond and San Leandro hit the streets to check out the statistics from the Alameda County Department of Public Health report that there were about 100 grocery stores in Oakland. First the students had to come up with their own definition of “grocery store.” Does that mean it carries fresh produce? Skim, 1% and 2% milk, instead of just whole milk? A certain ratio of healthy to junk food? Affordable choices? Then they formed teams and walked through stores in their own neighborhoods, documenting what they found, recording audio testimonials, taking photos of the shelves. The students uploaded their data and photos onto a Google-map-like interface and ultimately shared their findings with representatives of Alameda County Public Health Department to begin a dialogue around community-based solutions to these issues of food access. In a related follow up, \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/ISEEED\">I-SEEED\u003c/a> is in conversation with \u003ca href=\"http://www.cafreshworks.com/\">California FreshWorks\u003c/a> around partnering to help finance owners of neighborhood liquor stores to transform their stores into grocery stores stocking healthy food.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Bryant-Terry.credit-jennifer-martine-aspx1.jpeg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Bryant-Terry.credit-jennifer-martine-aspx1.jpeg\" alt=\"Eco-chef and author Bryant Terry. Photo: Jennifer Martin\" title=\"Eco-chef and author Bryant Terry. Photo: Jennifer Martin\" width=\"560\" height=\"468\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44994\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Eco-chef and author Bryant Terry. Photo: Jennifer Martin\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Eco-chef, food activist and author of several \u003ca href=\"http://www.bryant-terry.com/autho/\">vegan soul food cookbooks\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.bryant-terry.com/\">Bryant Terry\u003c/a> spoke eloquently both as a commenter in Hurt’s film as well as a panelist. The problem, says Terry, is not soul food per se, but the industrialization of our food supply. The industrial food complex spends billions of dollars trying to convince people to eat food that’s the worst for them: highest in fat and sugar.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/bryantterry\">Terry\u003c/a>, who moved to Oakland in 2006 for its natural beauty and calls the Bay Area “my spiritual home,” points out that, “Eating close to the land is not a new invention, African Americas have been green, with aunties and grandmothers who grew their own food for generations. You can still be a “brother of color and eat healthy. You don’t have to be a crunchy-granola, Birkenstock-wearing hippie.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"When people say African American cuisine, they think it’s synonymous with Soul Food, the deep-fried fatty meats like fried chicken and sugary desserts like red velvet cake -- which used to be just for holidays and celebrations. I’m not necessarily trying to discard those completely but get people to recognize these are only a part of our food ways. Things have changed over the past 40-50 years. My grandparents had an urban farm. They grew vegetables, fruits and nuts. Any dietician would tell you we should all be eating more fruit and vegetables. Somehow growing food has taken on the meaning of being backward and just country folk. But it is vital to our society.\"\u003c/p>\n\u003cblockquote>\u003cp>\"We are in a war!,\" declared Terry, \"If people are not aware and do not learn how to grow their own food they will be starving in a few decades. Corporations like Whole Foods are not the answer. What’s important is that people empower themselves to be self-sufficient!\"\u003c/p>\u003c/blockquote>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Hurt's personal story is flanked throughout the film by commentary from a range of historians, scholars, soul food chefs, doctors, and everyday folk who illuminate the cultural complexities in the African American relationship to food. “Soul food is a repository for our history,” says one. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Discussions about food in the historical context of slavery and the Jim Crow era help to illuminate the subject. Slavery was an economic institution and slaves had to be fed enough to survive the long voyage. Once here, some were expected to grow their own food and others hunted and fished like they did back in Africa. Also, female slaves were doing the cooking for the people in the big house and taking care of the children. “The hand of the African in the pot transformed Southern cooking,” comments one food expert. “Survival food for slaves became delicacies.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>“Slaves did what they needed to do to survive and make it through harsh times,\" explains Hurt. \"Then that way of cooking got passed down from generation to generation. And today there is a reluctance to let go of the vestiges of the way of life of our forefathers and foremothers, even though things have changed: foods are now processed and full of chemicals and we’re not as active as previous generations.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/sfj-fried-chicken.jpeg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/sfj-fried-chicken.jpeg\" alt=\"soul food junkies fried chicken\" title=\"soul food junkies fried chicken\" width=\"560\" height=\"372\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45002\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Fried chicken. Photo: Shawn Escoffery\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Hurt’s mother describes the reasons she always prepared box lunches for the family to eat on their annual drives from their home in Long Island to Georgia. Because of Jim Crow laws, Black people could not be sure of finding hotels or restaurants that would serve them during road trips and so routinely brought hearty lunches of fried chicken and sides to keep them satisfied until they reached their destination.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>More recent history shows that there has been a movement for healthy food awareness in African American culture for many years. “The best moments of the black freedom struggle, was with organizations like the \u003ca href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Panther_Party\">Black Panthers\u003c/a>,\" comments a food historian. \"They understood the relationship of developing a Black nation and the necessity of developing a healthy diet.” \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Others interviewed in the film, however, are still very attached to Soul Food (the term was first coined in the '60s) and find creative rationalizations to keep eating it, such as, “Eve was made out of Adam’s rib, so ribs must be good.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/sfj.jpeg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/sfj.jpeg\" alt=\"Ribs, cabbage, rice, and potato salad on the side. Photo: Shawn Escoffery\" title=\"Ribs, cabbage, rice, and potato salad on the side. Photo: Shawn Escoffery\" width=\"560\" height=\"372\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45004\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Ribs, cabbage, rice, and potato salad on the side. Photo: Shawn Escoffery\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A poignant scene has Hurt stopping by some tailgating partiers at Mississippi's Jackson State University. The affable group of guys shows Hurt their “Junk Pot”--a huge stock pot filled with corn, pigs ears, pig feet and “everything else that’s not good for you.” With classic Southern hospitality, they invite him to have a sample. Hurt, who has stopped eating pork, doesn’t wish to offend these gentlemen, and so delicately extracts a small cob of corn to taste. This ploy does not escape the partiers who insist he take some meat. Hurt finally does sample a dripping turkey neck and reluctantly admits how delicious it is.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Educating any cultural group about the unhealthiness of treasured comfort food is a challenge because the concept of “comfort” connects us to foods that mom or grandma made and even fed us with her own hands. This primal, sensory gratification exists on an emotional, pre-verbal level, which does not speak the rational language of blood pressure screenings. In 2010, \u003ca href=\"http://saulsdeli.com/deli/referendum-on-the-deli-menu/\">Saul’s Deli in Berkeley\u003c/a> engaged in a similar debate and dialogue regarding nostalgia for “real” deli food (e.g. mile-high pastrami sandwiches) vs. the wisdom of sustainability. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>As a woman in \u003cstrong>Soul Food Junkies\u003c/strong> put it simply, “It’s comfort food, you eat it and it makes you feel better.” \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Yet, in the face of staggering statistics of diabetes, high blood pressure, and certain types of cancer rampant the African American community, food experts in the film comment on the urgent need to increase awareness and make changes now, before it’s too late. \u003c/p>\n\u003cblockquote>\u003cp>“If you want to wipe out an entire generation of people and engage in a 21st century genocide, all you have to do is to continue doing what we’re doing and deprive people of access to healthy food.”\n\u003c/p>\u003c/blockquote>\n\u003cp>Food justice, food deserts, lack of access to healthy food and the proliferation of fast food all play a critical role in this discussion. As one food scholar puts it, “In America, there is a class-based apartheid in the food system.” Hurt realizes that traditions, especially those that speak to times of family togetherness and comfort, are resistant to change. Instead of quitting classic soul food dishes cold turkey, some cooks in the film choose to tweak traditional recipes, like making oven-baked, skinless chicken instead of deep-fried. “We have to make it a part of popular culture. We have the power to change and if we don’t, we’ll be sick and die.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SoulFoodJunkies\">Soul Food Junkies\u003c/a> makes clear that hope for the future rests with the children. One of the last shots in the film is a group of African American elementary school children from \u003ca href=\"http://www.stphilipsacademy.org/\">St. Philips Academy\u003c/a> in Newark, New Jersey. The school’s “family-style lunch program, rooftop garden, teaching kitchen and science lab encourage an understanding of sustainability from seed to table.” We see the children yell happily, “Vegetables are Soul Food!”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Hurt’s last film, \u003ca href=\"http://www.bhurt.com/beyondBeatsAndRhymes.php\">Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes\u003c/a>, an award-winning documentary, was also selected for Independent Lens. It examines \"masculinity and manhood in rap and hip-hop, where creative genius collides with misogyny, violence and homophobia, exposing the complex intersections of culture and commerce.” \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/byron-hurt400.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/byron-hurt400.jpg\" alt=\"Byron Hurt credit Rebecca Bfresh McDonald\" title=\"Byron Hurt credit Rebecca Bfresh McDonald\" width=\"400\" height=\"533\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45014\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem> Filmmaker Byron Hurt. Photo: Rebecca Bfresh McDonald\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>INTERVIEW WITH BYRON HURT\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>BAB briefly interviewed \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/byronhurt\">Byron Hurt\u003c/a> by phone, while he was attending the \u003ca href=\"http://abff.com/festival/\">American Black Film Festival\u003c/a> in Miami where \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SoulFoodJunkies\">Soul Food Junkies\u003c/a> won Best Documentary.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>First you took on hip-hop and now soul food, are you trying to change African American culture?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI’d say I’m trying to make the culture better and stronger and challenge people to think critically about their culture.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What is your goal?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nTo challenge and inform people’s thinking. I‘m trying to create tools that inspire and educate so there can be a transformation and evolution to greater self-awareness. I used myself and my family as examples of what happens when you decide to change your diet and when you don’t. There might be many people out there who have been wanting to change, but need a nudge or some inspiration. Or maybe they want to help a family member or co-worker to change.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Isn’t comfort food hard to be rational about?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nIt is a very hard thing. I may have underestimated how hard it is. I saw with my own eyes that despite all the health challenges, it was still difficult for my father to change the way he ate.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What inspired you personally to change your diet?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nIt was my sister who set the first example in my family when she changed to a plant-based diet and I saw how healthy she looked. I had started to gain weight in my late 20s and early 30s. I realized that not being involved in athletics anymore [Hurt was a football quarterback in college] I couldn’t continue to eat and eat and eat the same way I had been. So I changed my diet and lost weight and felt better. My mom was more open than my father. She was a nurturer. She changed the way she cooked because she wanted to make us happy.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>LOCAL RESPONSE FROM PANEL\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Closer to home, the panel of food activists after the Oakland screening of \u003cstrong>Soul Food Junkies\u003c/strong> said much to stir up the crowd.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Aekta300.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Aekta300.jpg\" alt=\"Aekta Shah of I-SEEED\" title=\"Aekta Shah of I-SEEED\" width=\"300\" height=\"352\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-45017\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Aekta Shah of I-SEEED at Harvard. Photo courtesy of Aekta Shah\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Aekta Shah, who works with \u003ca href=\"http://iseeed.org/\">I-SEEED\u003c/a> -- The Institute for Sustainable Economic, Educational, and Environmental Design, described two exciting projects. In 2011, about 30 high school students from Oakland, Richmond and San Leandro hit the streets to check out the statistics from the Alameda County Department of Public Health report that there were about 100 grocery stores in Oakland. First the students had to come up with their own definition of “grocery store.” Does that mean it carries fresh produce? Skim, 1% and 2% milk, instead of just whole milk? A certain ratio of healthy to junk food? Affordable choices? Then they formed teams and walked through stores in their own neighborhoods, documenting what they found, recording audio testimonials, taking photos of the shelves. The students uploaded their data and photos onto a Google-map-like interface and ultimately shared their findings with representatives of Alameda County Public Health Department to begin a dialogue around community-based solutions to these issues of food access. 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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Yasmin_Eli_Africa-2.jpeg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Yasmin_Eli_Africa-2.jpeg\" alt=\"Yasmin Golan photo courtesy of Eli Africa\" title=\"Yasmin Golan photo courtesy of Eli Africa\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44977\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Yasmin Golan photo courtesy of Eli Africa\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Our gay-friendly town is full of visitors. June means that the Bay Area and more specifically, San Francisco, fills to the brim with folks from all over the world to observe and celebrate the events, marches and festivities that culminate in \u003ca href=\"http://www.sfpride.org/\">SF LGBT Pride\u003c/a>. Bay Area Bites is noting this 42nd annual come-as-you-are love fest by telling stories from the LBGT chefs, personalities and waiters who keep us sated 365 days of the year. We’ve talked with \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/06/15/lgbt-pride-profile-palomino-chef-adam-jones/\">Adam Jones\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/06/20/lgbt-pride-profile-top-chef-and-juhu-beach-club%E2%80%99s-preeti-mistry/\">Preeti Mistry\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/06/21/lgbt-pride-profile-waiter-and-writer-michael-procopio/\">Michael Procopio\u003c/a> so far. Next up is a chef and culinary artist named Yasmin Golan, 33. She spends much of her time working for \u003ca href=\"http://calicopiekitchen.wordpress.com/about/\">Calico Pie\u003c/a> where she creates private food events and lessons. Golan is also one of the brains behind the gay pop-up \u003ca href=\"http://queerfoodforlove.blogspot.com/\">Queer Food For Love\u003c/a>. Chez Panisse, Incanto, Boulette’s Larder and Eccolo are among the restaurants where Golan trained and cooked before branching out to other artistic and food related projects. Bay Area Bites interviewed Golan via telephone and email recently.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/500YasminFixingPrettyPlatterBAB.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/500YasminFixingPrettyPlatterBAB.jpg\" alt=\"Yasmin Fixing Pretty Platter\" title=\"Yasmin Fixing Pretty Platter\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44899\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Yasmin Golan working and creating with food. Photo courtesy of Yasmin Golan\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>How is your work going? What’s new?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI am an interdisciplinary culinary artist who creates one of a kind dinners and pop-ups, usually around themes involving some kind of storytelling. Some of my past projects have included Queer Food For Love, a collaborative pop-up restaurant I co-organized in San Francisco for four years with queer cooks and artists; solo projects through my catering business, Calico Pie, exploring issues like food wastes and worm composting, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and biographical dinners that tell personal stories of Diaspora and migration through food. My current project is starting a bike-up grocery in Oakland, called \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/HumblebeeGrocery\">Humblebee Grocery\u003c/a>, to provide week-round access to fresh produce and artisan foods east of Lake Merritt.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Where do you live? How did you and your partner meet?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI currently live with my partner Ami in Oakland. We fell in love over a picnic after I taught a cooking class in their shop. We raise animals, grow food together, worm compost, and keep bees in a multiracial, mixed-class neighborhood that we love. As a couple we are always thinking about how we can get our household more sustainable, by eliminating plastics from our lives or using reclaimed wood, or getting around by bicycle and biodiesel. Ultimately, we strive to create neighborhoods that are sustainable, too, serving local needs and creating jobs with dignity that treat people, plants, and animals with respect.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I was based out of San Francisco around the Mission for seven years and I feel like I’m just another casualty of gentrification of the city. I love Oakland but mourn the way the Mission is turning into a suburb of Silicon Valley. Hopefully people like me can bring the community spirit to organizing and queer arts stuff. I definitely feel passionate about Oakland, and I'm involved in and sad about what’s happening. It’s all interconnected. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>As a queer, a majority of my stuff is in the city. Everyone’s scattering for survival. Queer Food for Love was an intersection between art and love and came out of time that people could whittle away from their day jobs. None of us got paid for that. We could find underground spaces and it required all of us to take time away from our jobs. People from that project had to scatter and look after themselves rather than the community. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Ami has lived in Oakland for a few years. I see tons of queer people. There are events here and there but there’s not that sense of running into people to get coffee like in the Mission. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/500YasminServingBAB.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/500YasminServingBAB.jpg\" alt=\"Yasmin Serving\" title=\"Yasmin Serving\" width=\"500\" height=\"458\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44900\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Yasmin Golan (R) serving food. Photo courtesy of Yasmin Golan\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>The culinary world has often been portrayed as quite sexist…what is your perspective and experience with regard to homophobia in the restaurant world?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nVery little gratitude is paid to women and people of color who work in food establishments, including the farm workers, waitresses, cooks, and dishwashers. When more women become self-employed and support each other's businesses; when restaurant workers organize and form unions to resist exploitation; when workers form co-operatives -- I think more women, queer people, and folks of color will share the benefits and profits of growing, preparing, and serving food as a livelihood. Yes, the current food system operates within a framework of globalized racism, sexism, and class exploitation, but queer and feminist folks can help invent the future and create new systems for the production and distribution of food.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Is there a difference between the front of the house vs. the kitchen regarding this issue? A difference for men vs. women?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI feel like gender presentation does play a role in how people are treated in the workplace. As a femme I found it necessary to butch it up in kitchens to be taken seriously by straight men, and I'm sure a lot of straight women do, too. Does the gender role-playing in the kitchen make the food taste better? No. The more I work for myself, the less harassment I have to deal with, because I can focus on food and community-building instead of ignorance.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/500YasminsPlatterJune2012BAB.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/500YasminsPlatterJune2012BAB.jpg\" alt=\"Yasmins Platter June 2012 \" title=\"Yasmins Platter June 2012 \" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44901\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Where art and food intersect: Yasmin Golan's finished creation. Photo courtesy of Yasmin Golan.\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What is it like coming out as a food professional? Has being an LGBT person affected your career in any particular way?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nAs a self-employed person I can say I am a queer, feminist chef -- and people who would like to see the world made safer for women and queer people can support what I do. Economic empowerment is very important to being able to say who I am and what I believe. Those who resonate with the message can then come out, too. If I say I am a queer person who is concerned about global warming and I want to start a business that reflects that, then I am making the world safer for others who want that, too. Coming out means standing up for what is more important to you than money.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Is there a gay subculture within the food world and in the Bay Area?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI see women being inspired by each other to start their own businesses, and trans people inspired by other trans people to work for themselves. Empowerment is how queer people are making the world safer for ourselves.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Since San Francisco is a gay mecca are there restaurants (as opposed to bars that serve food) that are known to cater to a mostly gay clientele? Are there places exclusively for LGBT women vs. men?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI think more dykes and trans artists in San Francisco probably wrote books and put on performances and organized events and made art on diets of burritos and beer than any other food the city has to offer.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But if you really want to go somewhere queer, I recommend you shop at \u003ca href=\"http://www.rainbow.coop/\">Rainbow Grocery\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>How do you celebrate Pride Month personally and professionally?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI like to spend Pride weekend picnicking in the park with friends or camping in nature to remember what is really important to me: community, food, nature, love, and chosen family.\u003c/p>\n\n",
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People from that project had to scatter and look after themselves rather than the community. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Ami has lived in Oakland for a few years. I see tons of queer people. There are events here and there but there’s not that sense of running into people to get coffee like in the Mission. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/500YasminServingBAB.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/500YasminServingBAB.jpg\" alt=\"Yasmin Serving\" title=\"Yasmin Serving\" width=\"500\" height=\"458\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44900\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Yasmin Golan (R) serving food. Photo courtesy of Yasmin Golan\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>The culinary world has often been portrayed as quite sexist…what is your perspective and experience with regard to homophobia in the restaurant world?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nVery little gratitude is paid to women and people of color who work in food establishments, including the farm workers, waitresses, cooks, and dishwashers. When more women become self-employed and support each other's businesses; when restaurant workers organize and form unions to resist exploitation; when workers form co-operatives -- I think more women, queer people, and folks of color will share the benefits and profits of growing, preparing, and serving food as a livelihood. Yes, the current food system operates within a framework of globalized racism, sexism, and class exploitation, but queer and feminist folks can help invent the future and create new systems for the production and distribution of food.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Is there a difference between the front of the house vs. the kitchen regarding this issue? A difference for men vs. women?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI feel like gender presentation does play a role in how people are treated in the workplace. As a femme I found it necessary to butch it up in kitchens to be taken seriously by straight men, and I'm sure a lot of straight women do, too. Does the gender role-playing in the kitchen make the food taste better? 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Has being an LGBT person affected your career in any particular way?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nAs a self-employed person I can say I am a queer, feminist chef -- and people who would like to see the world made safer for women and queer people can support what I do. Economic empowerment is very important to being able to say who I am and what I believe. Those who resonate with the message can then come out, too. If I say I am a queer person who is concerned about global warming and I want to start a business that reflects that, then I am making the world safer for others who want that, too. Coming out means standing up for what is more important to you than money.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Is there a gay subculture within the food world and in the Bay Area?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI see women being inspired by each other to start their own businesses, and trans people inspired by other trans people to work for themselves. 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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Preeti-platingBAB1000.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/Preeti-platingBAB1000.jpg\" alt=\"Preeti plating\" title=\"Preeti plating\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44841\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Preeti plating photo courtesy of Albert Law\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Our gay-friendly town is full of visitors. June means that the Bay Area and more specifically, San Francisco, fills to the brim with folks from all over the world to observe and celebrate the events, marches and festivities that culminate in \u003ca href=\"http://www.sfpride.org/\">SF LGBT Pride\u003c/a>. Bay Area Bites is noting this 42nd annual come-as-you-are love fest by telling stories from the LBGT chefs, personalities and waiters who keep us sated 365 days of the year. We first talked with Palomino’s chef \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/06/15/lgbt-pride-profile-palomino-chef-adam-jones/\">Adam Jones\u003c/a>. Up second is chef \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/chefpmistry\">Preeti Mistry\u003c/a>, 35, who is readying to open her \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/chefpmistry\">Juhu Beach Club\u003c/a>, which will serve “Indian street food, snack food and a bit of home-style cooking” in the Mission and originated as a pop-up. Mistry was a \u003ca href=\"http://www.bravotv.com/top-chef/bio/preeti-mistry\">Top Chef Contestant\u003c/a> in 2009 and was executive chef for Google via \u003ca href=\"http://www.bamco.com/\">Bon Appétit Management Company\u003c/a> and was classically trained in London at Le Cordon Bleu. She was born in London, grew up in the United States and currently lives in Oakland. Bay Area Bites caught up with the chef recently via telephone and email interview. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>How is \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/JuhuBeachClub\">Juhu Beach Club\u003c/a> going?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nThe restaurant is moving along...slowly. We have been in the permitting process for eight months now. We are very close to being done with this part. I’m hoping once this is done that we can move much faster. I’m looking at opening by the end of the summer. The concept will be similar to the pop-up, with more choices and dinner options. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Our goal is to be open all day but I know that the location in the \u003ca href=\"http://sanfrancisco.grubstreet.com/2012/01/juhu_beach_club_lands_permanen.html\">Mission\u003c/a> will be much busier in the evenings. There will be several starters, or chaat. Those are items like my handmade samosas, as well as a Scotch egg with lamb mince, Vindaloo chicken wings with Bleu cheese raita and a seasonal bhel puri. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The heart of the menu will focus on the “pav,” which in Hindi means small bun or bread. It’s the portable holder that created the popularity of the vada pav, considered Mumbai’s number one street food snack. We will have a vada pav, but also eight to ten different choices of fillings for your pav. Many are popular sandwich fillings from the pop-up like the “holy cow” and the “chowpatty chicken.” There will also be baby potato & eggplant in a spicy peanut sauce and egg masala. We will most likely also have a few larger plates like fish and chips and a curry of the day.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>The culinary world has often been portrayed as quite sexist… what is your perspective and experience with sexism and homophobia in the restaurant world?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n The culinary world is a contradiction when it comes to both sexism and homophobia. On a basic level, there is a meritocracy in the kitchen. On this level it does not matter who you are or what you look like or what you do outside of the kitchen. If you carry your weight and then some, if you are a team player and work your ass off then you are “in.” Make great food and then nobody can mess with you. Starting out, this is what I loved about it. You walk into a kitchen full of guys. They have low expectations and you prove you can do the job and then you are part of the team. Also, as a queer woman, once you prove yourself you are just one of the guys. I suppose this may be more difficult for men… I don’t know. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For the next level, I think it only became more difficult when I moved up the chain. There is a change when you go from being in the trenches to being people’s boss. I think this is where homophobia (and sexism, and in my case racism as well) starts to really get in the way. When you don’t look like “the boss,” certain people don’t want to take orders from you. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Is there a difference between the front of the house (FOH) vs. the kitchen (back of the house or “BOH”) regarding this issue? A difference for men vs. women?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nYes of course, the FOH and BOH inhabit two totally different orbits. I suppose the typical stereotype is that there are more gay men in the FOH and more lesbians in the BOH. But it seems like with all the TV shows with gay characters, the political environment in general and changing attitudes of a younger generation, this is becoming less of an issue. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What is it like coming out as a chef? Has being an LGBT person affected your career in any particular way? \u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nWell it’s very rare that I ever have to come out to people. I kinda wear it on my sleeve, but I suppose there is always someone who doesn’t get it. I don’t really bother with those people. They’ll figure it out. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Being queer has to affect everything I do because it is who I am. I think once I moved into a place in my career where I was applying for Executive Chef positions, my triple minority status has probably helped me from a diversity stand point. I also suppose it added to Bravo’s interest in me as a contestant on Top Chef. They want an interesting and diverse group of chefs. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/PreetiandAnnBAB.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/PreetiandAnnBAB.jpg\" alt=\"Preeti and Ann Nadeau\" title=\"Preeti and Ann Nadeau\" width=\"373\" height=\"450\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44842\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Preeti & Ann Nadeau photo courtesy of Preeti Mistry\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>You’re in a relationship that’s lasted for over 16 years. How did you two meet?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nAnn Nadeau and I actually moved to San Francisco together. We met at a bar in Ann Arbor. She works for a research consulting firm and used to work at \u003ca href=\"http://www.jdvhotels.com/\">Joie de Vivre\u003c/a> in marketing.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Is there a gay subculture within the food world? In the Bay Area?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI think there are several that intersect with each other across styles of cuisine, restaurant groups, etc. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Since San Francisco is a gay mecca are there restaurants (as opposed to bars that serve food) that are know to cater to a mostly gay clientele? Are there places exclusively for LGBT women versus men?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Well there was Mecca. Which was awesome. I loved sitting at the bar and eating oysters. [Sigh.] So, of course the entire Castro… and now there are some great places like \u003ca href=\"http://www.frances-sf.com/\">Frances\u003c/a>. Honestly I don’t go to restaurants because they have gay clientele. I go for the great food and service. I suppose this is somewhat due to living in a “gay mecca” where we don’t have to make those distinctions as much because there are LGBT people everywhere. The Mission has so many great restaurants, and you are more likely to see more lesbians. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>How do you celebrate Pride Month personally and professionally?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n I used to work for the \u003ca href=\"http://www.frameline.org/\">Frameline LGBT Film Festival\u003c/a> before I went to culinary school so going to see some inspiring and fun queer films has always been a part of our Pride month activities. We will check out the \u003ca href=\"http://thedykemarch.org/\">Dyke March\u003c/a> for a little while on Saturday. It’s always fun to run into people you have not seen in years. Then Sunday we have a tradition with friends to go see “Fun in Girl’s Shorts” at the Castro Theater followed by brunch at \u003ca href=\"http://www.zunicafe.com/\">Zuni\u003c/a>. It’s a great spot to watch everyone enjoying the festivities from the huge windows onto Market Street. The whole restaurant is usually super festive as well and it’s my favorite brunch spot in the city!\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>When the Juhu Beach Club is open, I hope to be able to get more involved with events around the city. Last year at the pop-up we had a Pride special lavender berry lassi that was very popular. \u003c/p>\n\n",
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I suppose this may be more difficult for men… I don’t know. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>For the next level, I think it only became more difficult when I moved up the chain. There is a change when you go from being in the trenches to being people’s boss. I think this is where homophobia (and sexism, and in my case racism as well) starts to really get in the way. When you don’t look like “the boss,” certain people don’t want to take orders from you. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Is there a difference between the front of the house (FOH) vs. the kitchen (back of the house or “BOH”) regarding this issue? A difference for men vs. women?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nYes of course, the FOH and BOH inhabit two totally different orbits. I suppose the typical stereotype is that there are more gay men in the FOH and more lesbians in the BOH. But it seems like with all the TV shows with gay characters, the political environment in general and changing attitudes of a younger generation, this is becoming less of an issue. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What is it like coming out as a chef? Has being an LGBT person affected your career in any particular way? \u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nWell it’s very rare that I ever have to come out to people. I kinda wear it on my sleeve, but I suppose there is always someone who doesn’t get it. I don’t really bother with those people. They’ll figure it out. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Being queer has to affect everything I do because it is who I am. I think once I moved into a place in my career where I was applying for Executive Chef positions, my triple minority status has probably helped me from a diversity stand point. I also suppose it added to Bravo’s interest in me as a contestant on Top Chef. They want an interesting and diverse group of chefs. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/PreetiandAnnBAB.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/PreetiandAnnBAB.jpg\" alt=\"Preeti and Ann Nadeau\" title=\"Preeti and Ann Nadeau\" width=\"373\" height=\"450\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44842\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Preeti & Ann Nadeau photo courtesy of Preeti Mistry\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>You’re in a relationship that’s lasted for over 16 years. How did you two meet?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nAnn Nadeau and I actually moved to San Francisco together. We met at a bar in Ann Arbor. She works for a research consulting firm and used to work at \u003ca href=\"http://www.jdvhotels.com/\">Joie de Vivre\u003c/a> in marketing.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Is there a gay subculture within the food world? 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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/madrona-manor.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/madrona-manor.jpg\" alt=\"Madrona Manor\" title=\"Madrona Manor\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44781\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Tucked away along the hillside of Dry Creek Valley, in the sleepy little town of Healdsburg, is a century-old mansion called \u003ca href=\"http://www.madronamanor.com\">Madrona Manor\u003c/a>. Built in 1881, this nationally-registered Victorian estate was once just a weekend getaway for a very well-to-do banker. Today, it's an inn with a one star Michelin-rated restaurant. The grounds at Madrona Manor--as one would expect--are immaculate. It is a mansion after all. Tulips, roses, cherry and camellias, leave the eight-acre estate billowing with floral delights. But my favorite part is the property's organic kitchen garden. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Under the guidance of Executive Chef Jesse Mallgren, the kitchen garden provides culinary inspiration for the restaurant most of the year. Raspberries, heirloom tomatoes, fava beans, lettuces such as wasabi arugula, are just a few of plants you'll find on the property. Let me tell you, wasabi arugula is called that for a reason. I couldn't help but sample some of it. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But don't take my word for it, hear what Chef Jesse has to say about it:\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/3LMEDqWklJk\" frameborder=\"0\">\u003c/iframe>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I was at Madrona Manor last month while \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/06/06/lavender-splash-cocktail-fresh-from-the-medlock-ames-garden/\">driving all around California in a Chevy Volt\u003c/a>. I had the luxury of not only staying there, but also dining there. Heck, they even let me charge my Volt there. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This chilled asparagus soup is just one of the amazing dishes I was treated to, featuring hazelnuts and rosemary blossoms. Look at how beautiful it is. After photographing it, I sat there in awe for a few minutes. I didn't want to ruin Chef Jesse's creation. But I got over that pretty quickly.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2167.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2167.jpg\" alt=\"Chilled Asparagus Soup\" title=\"Chilled Asparagus Soup\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44478\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>What makes Chef Jesse a genius is not just his use of seasonal ingredients but also, his use of out-of-season items. For example, he even uses the asparagus plant when it's not producing. Who knew you could do that?! Ferns from the vegetable find their way into salads or just as a garnish. And they taste just as fresh as the vegetable themselves. Genius, I tell you. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Here he is showing off his beautiful fava bean plant and you can tell, he's quite proud of it. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2316.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2316.jpg\" alt=\"Executive Chef Jesse Mallgren\" title=\"Executive Chef Jesse Mallgren\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44482\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>John Paxton purchased the land back in 1880 for just $10,500, a total of 240 acres in all. The home itself cost just $12,000 to build and was known as Madrona Knoll Rancho, one of the grandest homes in the 1880s. Not too surprising. When the house was completed it had 17 rooms, 3 1/2 baths and 7 fireplaces.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Being a century-old mansion, the Madrona Manor experience might seem a bit old and dusty. It's not. During my six-plus course meal, Chef Jesse and I were chit-chatting over Twitter, something I'm guessing Thomas Keller would never do. At least he didn't when I was at the French Laundry. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can talk to Chef Jesse too, his Twitter handle is \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/madronachef\">@MadronaChef\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/palm-terrace.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/palm-terrace.jpg\" alt=\"Palm Terrace\" title=\"Palm Terrace\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44782\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But without further ado, let's get on to the eating, shall we? \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2086.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2086.jpg\" alt=\"Menu from Madrona Manor, May 16, 2002\" title=\"Menu from Madrona Manor, May 16, 2002\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44476\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>As I mentioned, the dinner was about six courses, most of the ingredients were hand-picked from the garden that day. As Chef Jesse mentions in the video above, the dining experience at Madrona swings full circle. They try to use every part of the plant. That ethos was ever-present during my meal. It started with an amuse-bouche consisting of a radish and a savory churro and it ended on a similar note, with a marzipan radish and a more traditional churro. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2076.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2076.jpg\" alt=\"Radish and Churro\" title=\"Radish and Churro\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44475\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This yukon gold gnocchi was one of my favorites. Not just for the flavor but as an avid gnocchi maker...it's always nice when someone else makes it. It's a very, very labor intensive process. And since Chef Jesse is always looking for a fun and tasty way to use the whole plant, this dish included estate pea leaves along with some fresh lemon and pecorino. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2188.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2188.jpg\" alt=\"Yukon Gold Potato Gnocchi\" title=\"Yukon Gold Potato Gnocchi\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44479\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In case you were worried, the peas themselves were also used. Appropriately coined \"Peas and Carrots\" on the menu, I guarantee you this dish has no resemblance to the frozen vegetable mix you find at the grocery store. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2203.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2203.jpg\" alt=\"Peas and Carrots\" title=\"Peas and Carrots\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44480\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And just when I thought I couldn't eat another bite, this was dessert one of two. And I ate both! The second was a Guinness ice cream which was hand churned tableside using minus 320 degree nitrogen. How could anyone turn that down? 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But I got over that pretty quickly.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2167.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2167.jpg\" alt=\"Chilled Asparagus Soup\" title=\"Chilled Asparagus Soup\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44478\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>What makes Chef Jesse a genius is not just his use of seasonal ingredients but also, his use of out-of-season items. For example, he even uses the asparagus plant when it's not producing. Who knew you could do that?! Ferns from the vegetable find their way into salads or just as a garnish. And they taste just as fresh as the vegetable themselves. Genius, I tell you. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Here he is showing off his beautiful fava bean plant and you can tell, he's quite proud of it. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2316.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2316.jpg\" alt=\"Executive Chef Jesse Mallgren\" title=\"Executive Chef Jesse Mallgren\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44482\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>John Paxton purchased the land back in 1880 for just $10,500, a total of 240 acres in all. The home itself cost just $12,000 to build and was known as Madrona Knoll Rancho, one of the grandest homes in the 1880s. Not too surprising. When the house was completed it had 17 rooms, 3 1/2 baths and 7 fireplaces.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Being a century-old mansion, the Madrona Manor experience might seem a bit old and dusty. It's not. During my six-plus course meal, Chef Jesse and I were chit-chatting over Twitter, something I'm guessing Thomas Keller would never do. At least he didn't when I was at the French Laundry. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>You can talk to Chef Jesse too, his Twitter handle is \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/madronachef\">@MadronaChef\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/palm-terrace.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/palm-terrace.jpg\" alt=\"Palm Terrace\" title=\"Palm Terrace\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44782\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>But without further ado, let's get on to the eating, shall we? \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2086.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2086.jpg\" alt=\"Menu from Madrona Manor, May 16, 2002\" title=\"Menu from Madrona Manor, May 16, 2002\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44476\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>As I mentioned, the dinner was about six courses, most of the ingredients were hand-picked from the garden that day. As Chef Jesse mentions in the video above, the dining experience at Madrona swings full circle. They try to use every part of the plant. That ethos was ever-present during my meal. It started with an amuse-bouche consisting of a radish and a savory churro and it ended on a similar note, with a marzipan radish and a more traditional churro. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2076.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2076.jpg\" alt=\"Radish and Churro\" title=\"Radish and Churro\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44475\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>This yukon gold gnocchi was one of my favorites. Not just for the flavor but as an avid gnocchi maker...it's always nice when someone else makes it. It's a very, very labor intensive process. And since Chef Jesse is always looking for a fun and tasty way to use the whole plant, this dish included estate pea leaves along with some fresh lemon and pecorino. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2188.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2188.jpg\" alt=\"Yukon Gold Potato Gnocchi\" title=\"Yukon Gold Potato Gnocchi\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44479\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In case you were worried, the peas themselves were also used. Appropriately coined \"Peas and Carrots\" on the menu, I guarantee you this dish has no resemblance to the frozen vegetable mix you find at the grocery store. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2203.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2203.jpg\" alt=\"Peas and Carrots\" title=\"Peas and Carrots\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44480\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And just when I thought I couldn't eat another bite, this was dessert one of two. And I ate both! The second was a Guinness ice cream which was hand churned tableside using minus 320 degree nitrogen. How could anyone turn that down? Sadly, my photos of that dessert did not turn out. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2300.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_2300.jpg\" alt=\"Creme Caramel\" title=\"Creme Caramel\" width=\"560\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44481\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>So if you have yet to make it as far north as Healdsburg, I suggest you book that Zipcar today! Besides being the home to Madrona Manor, the town of Healdsburg, is one of California's wine capitols, that is, three of the most important wine-producing regions (the Russian River, Dry Creek, and Alexander Valley) meet in Healdsburg.\u003c/p>\n\n\u003c/div>\u003c/p>",
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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/560BABBenDeVriespeekingatfood1.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/560BABBenDeVriespeekingatfood1.jpg\" alt=\"Ben De Vries peeking at food\" title=\"Ben De Vries peeking at food\" width=\"560\" height=\"373\" class=\"alignnonet size-full wp-image-44259\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Ben De Vries peeking at food. Photo: Matthew Pinna\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Ben De Vries is the chef-owner of \u003ca href=\"http://www.luellasf.com/\">Luella\u003c/a>, where he dishes up modern California food. De Vries opened Luella with his wife Rachel Lewis de Vries seven years ago, and the restaurant is celebrating this milestone anniversary with weekly promotions: Tuesday is half price bottles of wine (all bottles, all night) and on Wednesday, Chef De Vries brought back his “seven-year itch” recipes of chicken & ribs with flaky buttermilk biscuits. De Vries and his kitchen crew make their own hot sauce, mayonnaise, mustard, pickles and potato chips, and Luella is launching a takeaway prepared three-course meal that can be picked up curbside—a service that is a potential draw for anyone who has sweated over finding a parking spot anytime in Russian Hill. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/560BAB_BDeVries_LuellaExterior.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/560BAB_BDeVries_LuellaExterior.jpg\" alt=\"Luella Exterior \" title=\"Luella Exterior \" width=\"560\" height=\"373\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44257\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Luella Exterior. Photo: Matthew Pinna\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>De Vries worked locally at \u003ca href=\"http://thirstybear.com/\">Thirsty Bear Brewing Company\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.restaurantlulu.com/\">LuLu\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.scalasbistro.com/\">Scala’s\u003c/a>, Vertigo, mc2 and Andalu before opening Luella with his wife Rachel. In \u003ca href=\"http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2009/10/21/DDPO1A4FCD.DTL\">2009\u003c/a>, Michael Bauer awarded Luella two and a half stars, and \u003ca href=\"http://www.7x7.com/eat-drink/sunday-suppers-sf\">7x7\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://www.gayot.com/restaurants/luella-san-francisco-ca-94109_3sf041114.html\">Gayot\u003c/a> have served up praise throughout the years. Chef De Vries is age 41, which he claims makes him \"age 201 in kitchen years.\" He lives with his family in the Mission Dolores neighborhood. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Bay Area Bites interviewed Chef De Vries in person and via email. His responses have been edited for length and clarity.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/560BAB_BDVbar-and-tables1.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/560BAB_BDVbar-and-tables1.jpg\" alt=\"Luella interior\" title=\"Luella interior\" width=\"560\" height=\"323\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44258\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Luella interior courtesy of Luella\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What’s new at the restaurant?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nI’ve been very into Americana and southern cooking: everything from a bone marrow hamburger to fried chicken and ribs. I’ve also been working with packaging a lot and am developing sustainable fresh prepared meals. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Luella in a bag will be a three-course meal with some extra goodies. We take care of the difficult part, and the food is prepped and ready for the customer. The first meal will be short rib lasagna with salad. The feel of the meal is the quality you get in the restaurant and each dish is made to order. You’ll get the technique of restaurant food to your house. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There are a lot of times you don’t feel like going out. I noticed that when my wife was stopping by the restaurant to pick up food for dinner up to three times a week. I thought, “Okay, that’s a good sign.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/400BABDeVriesHotSauce1.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/400BABDeVriesHotSauce1.jpg\" alt=\"DeVries HotSauce\" title=\"DeVries HotSauce\" width=\"400\" height=\"536\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44256\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>De Vries Hot Sauce. Photo: Mary Ladd\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>You make and bottle a hot sauce called \u003cem>La Venganza\u003c/em> but are from the Midwest. How did that come about?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nSpicy heat was definitely not a part of my meals growing up. As a \u003ca href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gabacho\">\u003cem>gabacho\u003c/em>\u003c/a> in the kitchen, many of the cooks would make fun of me when I’d go to try the salsa they made for staff meal. It made me want to learn to make and eat salsa, and habañero became my go-to pepper. I knew I was onto something when the \u003cem>Yucatán\u003c/em> guys in the kitchen couldn’t even finish or eat my hot sauce. I got to declare: “I win!” with a fist pump and my hands up. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I don’t wear a gloves or mask when we make the sauce, but they do. I guess I’m used to the heat by now. We have to finish making the habañero hot sauce before 2 p.m. Otherwise, the chili and heat stay in the air for too long. If we go past 2 p.m., I have to call my partner Leah Lidsky and tell her because she won’t come in until 4:30, to let the air clear out. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>How is producing Luella in a bag similar to cooking at the restaurant?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nOur label says “never touched by a machine,” and our prepared foods are still made by hand. I’m a big believer in the idea that the cook does more than just chop and cook. There’s that kitchen joke we use while cooking, and that’s, “It’s all about the love, baby.” Everything we start with is super fresh. We make it easy for people who have less time to grab something real fast on their way home. The menu will change every week and it’s all made to order. We’re not just setting up 30 orders of mac and cheese in the fridge. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>As a child in the seventies, I ate a lot of \u003ca href=\"https://www.google.com/search?q=Hungry+Man+meals&hl=en&safe=off&client=firefox-a&hs=2hB&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&prmd=imvnse&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=l4DXT6qcMaPQ2AXrxLGuDw&ved=0CJQBELAE&biw=1068&bih=1018\">Hungry Man\u003c/a> meals, Kraft mac n’ cheese, \u003ca href=\"http://www.chefboyardee.com/\">Chef Boyardee\u003c/a> and fast food. One of the main reasons I started cooking was because the only way we could eat a fresh meal was to cook it. My mom was working full time and going to school, and the last thing she had time for was cooking. For a long time, I looked down at the ‘prepared foods’ world, and saw it as a short cut that reduced the quality of our food. Then I had a child and my wife eventually went back to work. Let’s just say it changed my perspective. But the quality of prepared and packaged food is for the most part terrible. Frozen food and food off an assembly line just don’t do it! I’m a big believer that the hands of a cook should infuse the food with love. How can that ever happen when human hands have never touched the food?\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>How did you and your wife Rachel meet?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nMy first day in San Francisco, I flew into town on New Years Day to visit a friend who was the chef at Café Marimba. Within an hour of getting off the plane I had a job offer to cook at LuLu, a place to stay and had met my future wife, who was the manager. We’ve been married for sixteen years and have a nine-year old daughter, Gemma.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Does Gemma like to cook?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nShe likes to do butchery, and helps me break down pigs, and filet salmon. Her personal favorite is making beurre blanc sauce. She spends a lot of time during the summer in the kitchen peeling potatoes, rolling pasta and everything in between!\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What are your favorite spots for food & drink in the Bay Area?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n\u003ca href=\"http://ppqsf.com/\">PPQ\u003c/a> for pho. I usually do the five-spice chicken. It’s a Monday night tradition with the family and makes the world seem a little better.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.paulinespizza.com/\">Pauline’s\u003c/a> has the best pizza in town! I’ve been going there since the late 90s. They were doing pizza before it was trendy and it’s a block from my house. I like that they use the freshest ingredients and have the lightest dough.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.pizzeriapicco.com/\">Pizzeria Picco\u003c/a> has decent pizza, great appetizers, and sitting outside in Marin feels very sane.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What is your guiltiest food pleasure?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nCheese steaks! It’s incredibly hard to find a good cheese steak out west. But \u003ca href=\"http://www.cheesesteakshop.com/\">the Cheese Steak Shop\u003c/a> does one that’s just greasy enough to feel like you're back east. Double up on the meat and cheese, add hot peppers and I’m pretty close to heaven! I only go after I’ve worked out for two hours… less then that and I feel too guilty.\u003c/p>\n\n",
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If we go past 2 p.m., I have to call my partner Leah Lidsky and tell her because she won’t come in until 4:30, to let the air clear out. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>How is producing Luella in a bag similar to cooking at the restaurant?\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nOur label says “never touched by a machine,” and our prepared foods are still made by hand. I’m a big believer in the idea that the cook does more than just chop and cook. There’s that kitchen joke we use while cooking, and that’s, “It’s all about the love, baby.” Everything we start with is super fresh. We make it easy for people who have less time to grab something real fast on their way home. The menu will change every week and it’s all made to order. 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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3555.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3555.jpg\" alt=\"Lavender Mojito\" title=\"Lavender Mojito\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44265\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>As I noted in \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/06/06/lavender-splash-cocktail-fresh-from-the-medlock-ames-garden/\">my last post\u003c/a>, I'm fresh off a three week tour of California. Over that run I've put some 2,000 miles on a (borrowed) Chevy Volt all while visiting sustainable farms and food producers along the way. And what an honor it was. I spent time with some really amazing people including Sondra Bernstein and her crew from \u003ca href=\"http://www.thegirlandthefig.com/\">the girl & the fig\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.thefigcafe.com/\">the fig cafe\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://www.estate-sonoma.com/\">ESTATE\u003c/a>, all located in Sonoma Valley. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/figgirl\">Sondra\u003c/a> and her business partner Chef John Toulze have been defining Sonoma cuisine for over a decade now, and from the looks of it, they aren't planning to slow down anytime soon. This is probably best punctuated by their latest cookbook, \u003ca href=\"http://www.platsdujour.net\">Plats du Jour\u003c/a>-- though calling it simply a cookbook is a gross understatement. Sure, the book is filled with out-of-this-world recipes and mouth-watering photos but...it's the details about their journey creating a biodynamic farm that's truly fascinating. And this isn't just some vanity project, their plot shares land with \u003ca href=\"http://www.imagerywinery.com/\">Imagery Estate Winery\u003c/a>--a biodynamic vineyard located in Glen Ellen--and the little sister of \u003ca href=\"http://www.benziger.com/\">Benziger Family Winery\u003c/a>, this country's first certified biodynamic vineyard and winery. The Benziger family isn't just serious about biodynamics, they've pretty much defined it for generations to come. Patriarch \u003ca href=\"http://www.treehugger.com/green-food/benziger-60s-pot-farm-becomes-sonomas-first-certified-biodynamic-winery.html\">Mike Benziger\u003c/a> is really an agricultural genius. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Pictured below are Sondra and Chef John at the Imagery Estate farm. The beets that Sondra is holding made their way into a very tasty beet and carrot juice cocktail enjoyed by us later that day. But Sondra admits, they haven't gotten it all figured out just yet. This is a learning process. For example, the farm is booming with leeks at the moment and therefore, so is the menu at all three restaurants (oops!). Next time around they will pace out their plantings to better balance the menu.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3251.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3251.jpg\" alt=\"Sondra Bernstein and Chef John Toulze\" title=\"Sondra Bernstein and Chef John Toulze\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44266\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Biodynamic farming, in its simplest form, is a holistic approach to agriculture. It's kinda like extreme organics. The idea is to not just be green and avoid the \u003cem>bad stuff\u003c/em> like pesticides and herbicides, but to create a diversified and balanced ecosystem. For that reason, biodynamic farms always grow multiple crops and must include livestock. In fact, preparations are made using such things as fermented manure, minerals and herbs, which are then dispersed throughout the property to balance the farm's life force. And it's not just some hippy-dippy form of farming, I swear, these treatments are a true form of recycling of nutrients. A \u003ca href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biodynamic_agriculture#cite_note-BARPP-10\">2011 report on biodynamics\u003c/a> found that, while usually resulting in lower yields, these farms had healthier soils and better energy efficiency with respect to production than conventional farms. Yes, and even better than organic farms! Astronomical influences are also of consideration, like the moon's effect on plant life. That is, the moon's phase is actually used to determine planting, cultivating and harvesting. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Benziger has a great \"food pyramid\" type \u003ca href=\"http://www.benziger.com/assets/client/File/images/08BD%20Pyramid.jpg\">diagram on biodynamics\u003c/a> that is worth checking out. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3276.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3276.jpg\" alt=\"Biodynamically Grown Veggies\" title=\"Biodynamically Grown Veggies\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44267\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I got to spend the whole day with Sondra and Chef John, farming, cooking, eating and drinking. What a rush! At our stop at the girl & the fig, we made this lovely Lavender Mojito. And you might have noticed, I kind of have a thing for \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/06/06/lavender-splash-cocktail-fresh-from-the-medlock-ames-garden/\">lavender-inspired cocktails\u003c/a>. But before you can make the mojito, you have to make some lavender simply syrup. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3749.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3749.jpg\" alt=\"Lavender Simple Syrup\" title=\"Lavender Simple Syrup\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44270\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Lavender Simple Syrup\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cstrong>Ingredients:\u003c/strong>\n\u003cli>1 cup of water\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>1 cup of sugar\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>3 tablespoons culinary lavender\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003col>\n\u003cstrong>Preparation:\u003c/strong>\n\u003cli>Using a small sauce pot, bring the sugar, water and lavender to a boil.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Let simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Let cool and strain out the lavender.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Store in the refrigerator for up to one month.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ol>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3442.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3442.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh Mint for the Mojito\" title=\"Fresh Mint for the Mojito\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44268\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Now on to the mojito recipe! We made this cocktail with fresh lavender from the garden. But I do apologize for the background noise in this video. This place is hustling, and the fact that we were able to film there at all was a treat. The place has always been busy but now that \u003ca href=\"http://images4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120307005845/ladygaga/images/f/f8/2-26-12_The_Girl_and_the_Fig.jpg\">Lady Gaga has dined there\u003c/a> (at the very bar Sondra and I are sitting at) it's a complete madhouse. 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Like that beet- and carrot-juice cocktail that's as beautiful as it is tasty. I also suggest their lavender crème brûlée. Stay tuned for more about Sondra and what she is up to here on Bay Area Bites!\u003c/p>\n\n",
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A \u003ca href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biodynamic_agriculture#cite_note-BARPP-10\">2011 report on biodynamics\u003c/a> found that, while usually resulting in lower yields, these farms had healthier soils and better energy efficiency with respect to production than conventional farms. Yes, and even better than organic farms! Astronomical influences are also of consideration, like the moon's effect on plant life. That is, the moon's phase is actually used to determine planting, cultivating and harvesting. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Benziger has a great \"food pyramid\" type \u003ca href=\"http://www.benziger.com/assets/client/File/images/08BD%20Pyramid.jpg\">diagram on biodynamics\u003c/a> that is worth checking out. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3276.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3276.jpg\" alt=\"Biodynamically Grown Veggies\" title=\"Biodynamically Grown Veggies\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44267\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I got to spend the whole day with Sondra and Chef John, farming, cooking, eating and drinking. What a rush! At our stop at the girl & the fig, we made this lovely Lavender Mojito. And you might have noticed, I kind of have a thing for \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2012/06/06/lavender-splash-cocktail-fresh-from-the-medlock-ames-garden/\">lavender-inspired cocktails\u003c/a>. But before you can make the mojito, you have to make some lavender simply syrup. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3749.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3749.jpg\" alt=\"Lavender Simple Syrup\" title=\"Lavender Simple Syrup\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44270\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Lavender Simple Syrup\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cstrong>Ingredients:\u003c/strong>\n\u003cli>1 cup of water\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>1 cup of sugar\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>3 tablespoons culinary lavender\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003col>\n\u003cstrong>Preparation:\u003c/strong>\n\u003cli>Using a small sauce pot, bring the sugar, water and lavender to a boil.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Let simmer until the sugar is completely dissolved.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Let cool and strain out the lavender.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Store in the refrigerator for up to one month.\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ol>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3442.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_3442.jpg\" alt=\"Fresh Mint for the Mojito\" title=\"Fresh Mint for the Mojito\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44268\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Now on to the mojito recipe! We made this cocktail with fresh lavender from the garden. But I do apologize for the background noise in this video. This place is hustling, and the fact that we were able to film there at all was a treat. The place has always been busy but now that \u003ca href=\"http://images4.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20120307005845/ladygaga/images/f/f8/2-26-12_The_Girl_and_the_Fig.jpg\">Lady Gaga has dined there\u003c/a> (at the very bar Sondra and I are sitting at) it's a complete madhouse. 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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_1452.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_1452.jpg\" alt=\"Lavender Splash Cocktail\" title=\"Lavender Splash Cocktail\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44095\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I recently had the pleasure of eating and drinking my way around all of California. Over a three week run I put some 2,000 miles on a (borrowed) Chevy Volt all while visiting sustainable farms, wineries, chefs and food producers. And just to be a bit of a humbrag, I did things I never thought I would, like make ice cream with the owners of \u003ca href=\"http://biritecreamery.com/\">Bi-Rite Creamery\u003c/a> and hang out with \u003ca href=\"http://dsc.discovery.com/fansites/mythbusters/meet/adam-savage.html\">Adam Savage\u003c/a> from MythBusters to talk about food myths. And I even got to visit a favorite winery of mine, \u003ca href=\"http://www.medlockames.com/\">Medlock Ames\u003c/a> where I learned how to make this lovely Lavender Splash Cocktail at their tasting room and bar. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.treehugger.com/green-food/medlock-ames-an-organic-vineyard-with-mini-cows-and-a-century-old-biker-bar.html\">Medlock Ames\u003c/a> is located in Sonoma County's Alexander Valley and they make some of the best wines you'll ever taste. But what makes them really special is their commitment to quality and sustainability which extends beyond the production of great wine. This Lavender Splash Cocktail is just one example of that commitment. It's made with lavender organically grown at the Medlock Ames Tasting Room, shown below with winemaker \u003ca href=\"http://www.medlockames.com/\">Ames Morison\u003c/a>. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_1465.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_1465.jpg\" alt=\"Winemaker Ames Morison\" title=\"Winemaker Ames Morison\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44096\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>To begin with, the 400-acre vineyard is completely organic, certified and all. In fact, only 50 acres of it is actually farmed. The remainder is left unaltered which is great considering the estate has a neighboring wildlife preserve. As a result, wildlife corridors have been built throughout the property so that wild pigs, deer, bobcats and mountain lions can make their way without being harmed. Or harming any of the grapes. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The winery itself is home to a 84 kWh solar system, which also happens to be a gravity flow facility. During the course of turning grapes into wine, fruit is crushed, fermented and then bottled. But moving all of that vino around usually requires a pump, at least conventionally speaking. But gravity flow wineries are designed to, well...use gravity. Wine is moved from point A to point B using good ol' Mother Earth. As a result, gravity flow facilities use significantly less power than conventional wineries. But they also make much better wine. The delicate nuances found within every grape varietal is actually maintained. It's a win-win.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_1251.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_1251.jpg\" alt=\"Charging the Chevy Volt at Medlock Ames\" title=\"Charging the Chevy Volt at Medlock Ames\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44093\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>While visiting the tasting room, I was even able to plug in my hybrid while we made this very tasty cocktail. If you are looking for a reason to visit Sonoma, this is it. The Medlock Ames Tasting Room is a renovated bar and gas station from the early 1900s. And it too is eco-friendly. Reclaimed wood from the original structure has been used in the new tasting room and bar. And when wine tasting shuts down at 5pm, the adjacent bar conveniently opens up. Here you will find fresh garden-inspired cocktails and quite a few locals. It's like a hipster version of \u003ca href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheers\">Cheers\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>So calling Medlock Ames green is a bit of an understatement; they're way beyond green!\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_1472.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/06/IMG_1472.jpg\" alt=\"Lavender Growing at the Medlock Ames Tasting Room\" title=\"Lavender Growing at the Medlock Ames Tasting Room\" width=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44097\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>In this video, you'll see the bartenders whipping up this lovely garden cocktail. And this Lavender Splash is just one of many garden-themed drinks you'll find here. Pretty much anything planted on-site is game for a mixed drink. One of my other favorites is their spicy margarita made with jalapenos from the garden. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Recipe: Lavender Splash Cocktail\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ciframe width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"http://www.youtube.com/embed/c5QrIIjsNEA\" frameborder=\"0\">\u003c/iframe>\u003c/p>\n\u003cul>\n\u003cstrong>Ingredients:\u003c/strong>\n\u003cli>3 ounces of \u003ca href=\"http://www.ehow.com/how_2129226_infuse-liquor.html\">lavender-infused rum\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>1/4 ounce of creme de cassis liqueur\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>1/4 ounce Chardonnay and peaches \u003ca href=\"http://cocktails.about.com/od/mixology/r/simple_syrup.htm\">simple syrup\u003c/a>\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>1/2 ounce fresh lime juice\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>a few sprigs of fresh and dried lavender for garnish\u003c/li>\n\u003c/ul>\n\u003col>\n\u003cstrong>Instructions: \u003c/strong>\n\u003cli>Chill a martini glass by filling it with ice prior to mixing the drink.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli> Add all of the alcoholic ingredients to a cocktail shaker, add ice and shake thoroughly.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Strain the liquid into the chilled glass.\u003c/li>\n\u003cli>Garnish with both fresh and dried lavender. 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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/green-tea-kit-kat.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43741\" title=\"green tea kit kat \" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/green-tea-kit-kat.jpg\" alt=\"green tea kit kat \" width=\"560\" height=\"420\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem> green tea flavored Kit Kat from Japan\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I often wish I could be magically transported to the middle of a bustling street market in a far-off land, surrounded by unfamiliar sights, enticing aromas and tempting tastes. When this impulse hits, lacking a plane ticket and a couple of weeks off, I head to Richmond’s Pacific East Mall, where a short voyage plunks me down in the midst of –-no, not a street market, but maybe the next best thing -- an emporium of Chinese, Taiwanese, Vietnamese, Korean, Filipino, Japanese and Indonesian restaurants and foodstuffs. I lose myself for hours, sampling exotic--to me--dishes and perusing products that have made their own journeys across the globe.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/boba-drinks.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43742\" title=\"boba drinks\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/boba-drinks.jpg\" alt=\"boba drinks\" width=\"560\" height=\"420\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>mango tea with jellies and taro bubble tea\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A good start for a Pacific East Mall outing is a tall cup of \u003cem>boba\u003c/em> (the popular \u003ca href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubble_tea\">bubble tea\u003c/a> beverage that originated in Taiwan) from \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/j-and-s-coffee-and-tea-house-richmond\">J & S Coffee Tea House\u003c/a>, whose menu lists over 100 drinks made with combinations of milk, tea and fruit or other flavors. I have it on very good authority (teenage daughter) that their taro milk tea with tapioca is “the best” and besides tapioca balls, they offer a dozen different colorful jelly bits--including mango, lychee and passion-fruit flavors--to add some chewy confetti to your drink.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/Sheg-kee-bakery.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43743\" title=\"Sheg kee bakery\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/Sheg-kee-bakery.jpg\" alt=\"Sheg kee bakery\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>from top left: red bean toast, sesame engagement pastry, date-filled mini-mooncake, taro twist\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Next stop is the \u003ca href=\"http://www.shengkee.com/\">Sheng Kee Bakery\u003c/a> with a wide array of traditional Chinese and western-inspired baked goods. I like to try one or two of their buns, rolls, croissants or tall fluffy breads on each visit. Recently, I was drawn to the individually wrapped quarter circles labelled “engagement pastry” in sesame, red bean, pineapple or date flavors. When I asked, the cashier told me these represent a gift given to the family to celebrate an engagement. The sesame pastry provided a friendly, nutty, cookie-like crunch. I have previously taken home their tall taro and red bean breads and date moon cakes. I'm always on the lookout for a \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2011/10/24/trekking-for-taro-in-the-east-bay/\">new taro treat\u003c/a> and was happy to discover their taro twist, filled with lavender, almond paste-infused taro.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>When it’s time for a real meal, the mall offers many options for casual, well-traveled spots, including: Thai take-out, Vietnamese Pho, a Noodle house, as well as Japanese, Chinese and Korean eateries. One popular Hong Kong-style restaurant, \u003ca href=\"http://asianpearl.yolasite.com/\">Asian Pearl\u003c/a>, is known for their dim sum (no carts wheeled around here–-so you need to order from the menu, but there are some helpful \u003ca href=\"http://asianpearl.yolasite.com/dim-sum-picture.php\">pictures\u003c/a> or you can always glance over at what diners at the next table are having.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/bibimbap1.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43948\" title=\"bibimbap\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/bibimbap1.jpg\" alt=\"bibimbap\" width=\"400\" height=\"513\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>hot stone bibimbap and banchan\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>During my most recent visit, I had dinner at the spacious, wood-paneled \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/koreana-kitchen-ii-richmond\">Koreana Kitchen II\u003c/a> and enjoyed the hot stone \u003cem>bibimbap\u003c/em>, a bowl of rice, topped with mushrooms, spinach, carrots, bean sprouts, seaweed and a choice of protein. The best part was the 10 little dishes of \u003cem>banchan\u003c/em> that accompany all meals, such as kim chi daikon and cabbage, crispy sweet potato, crunchy seaweed, slippery yam noodles, sweet-ish fish cake and more.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Sustained by a full tummy, I am ready to tackle the fascinating wares at the queen of the mall, \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/99-ranch-market-richmond-2\">99 Ranch Market\u003c/a>, a one-stop shop for adventurous (or homesick) cooks.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/fish-at-99-ranch.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43744\" title=\" blue crabs and fish at 99 ranch\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/fish-at-99-ranch.jpg\" alt=\" blue crabs and fish at 99 ranch\" width=\"560\" height=\"520\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>An ocean of fresh fish and seafood lines the back wall, including tanks of live catfish and mussels and clams in ponds of bubbling water. The produce section is home to hard-to-find fruits and vegetables, such as banana flower buds, gobo, lotus root, wood-ear mushrooms and galangal. One market aisle is devoted to a rainbow of rice, (black, white, brown and red) in large to huge sacks. Another features tangled knots of noodles made out of everything from mung beans to sweet potatoes. The snack aisle displays crunchy treats in unusual flavor combinations, such as green onion cookies, durian mochi and strawberry flavored beef jerky. If you are cooking an Asian dish, 99 Ranch is sure to have whatever ingredients you need.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/walnut-soup.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43745\" title=\"walnut soup\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/walnut-soup.jpg\" alt=\"walnut soup\" width=\"560\" height=\"420\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The last time I availed myself of 99 Ranch’s worldly repertoire, I was planning to make the comforting Walnut Soup from \u003ca href=\"http://www.graceyoung.com/\">Grace Young\u003c/a>’s first cookbook, \u003ca href=\"http://www.amazon.com/The-Wisdom-Chinese-Kitchen-Celebration/dp/0684847396\">The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen\u003c/a>. The creamy soup, which according to Young is considered a tonic in Chinese culture, has only 3 ingredients. I could manage the oven-roasted walnuts on my own, but knew I needed some help with the other two. So I asked a cashier where to find the rice flour (non-glutinous, specifies Young) and \u003cem>peen tong\u003c/em>, a kind of brown sugar that comes in chunky bars. The cashier’s face brightened at the mention of \u003cem>peen tong\u003c/em> and she directed me to the appropriate aisles. I picked up a couple of other items that I usually get at 99 Ranch (like huge packages of individual servings of crispy Korean seaweed) and headed back to the same cashier I originally asked for help. She seemed genuinely thrilled that I was going to make something with the golden ingots of sugar.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Speaking of sugar, another mall shop that is sure to please any sweet-tooth is the \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/candy-box-richmond\">Candy Box\u003c/a>. A tiny space, crammed floor to ceiling with sugary and salty imported treats from Japan, Taiwan and Hawaii. Day-glo sour fruit, hot, spicy squid and gummy everything plus a sweet, chatty owner who provides generous samples. On my recent visit, she was putting up a sign in the crowded window featuring her latest shipment of Green Tea Flavored Kit Kat bars from Japan. “These are so popular,” she told me, “they will be sold out in a couple of days.” “Why?” I asked? “Don’t know, they’re from Japan, hard to find and people think green tea is healthy.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/chicken-21.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43956\" title=\"gummy chicken feet\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/chicken-21.jpg\" alt=\"gummy chicken feet\" width=\"560\" height=\"406\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Don’t worry if you missed your chance to shout “gimme a break” in Japanese, or didn’t get enough dim sum at Asian Pearl. You can always take home some gummy chicken feet.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cem>(Be forewarned: finding parking can be a nightmare here, especially on the weekends and many shops only accept cash.)\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad floatright]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://goo.gl/maps/jTVe\">Pacific East Mall\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n3288 Pierce St.\u003cbr>\nRichmond, CA 94804\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/green-tea-kit-kat.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43741\" title=\"green tea kit kat \" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/green-tea-kit-kat.jpg\" alt=\"green tea kit kat \" width=\"560\" height=\"420\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem> green tea flavored Kit Kat from Japan\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I often wish I could be magically transported to the middle of a bustling street market in a far-off land, surrounded by unfamiliar sights, enticing aromas and tempting tastes. When this impulse hits, lacking a plane ticket and a couple of weeks off, I head to Richmond’s Pacific East Mall, where a short voyage plunks me down in the midst of –-no, not a street market, but maybe the next best thing -- an emporium of Chinese, Taiwanese, Vietnamese, Korean, Filipino, Japanese and Indonesian restaurants and foodstuffs. I lose myself for hours, sampling exotic--to me--dishes and perusing products that have made their own journeys across the globe.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/boba-drinks.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43742\" title=\"boba drinks\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/boba-drinks.jpg\" alt=\"boba drinks\" width=\"560\" height=\"420\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>mango tea with jellies and taro bubble tea\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A good start for a Pacific East Mall outing is a tall cup of \u003cem>boba\u003c/em> (the popular \u003ca href=\"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bubble_tea\">bubble tea\u003c/a> beverage that originated in Taiwan) from \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/j-and-s-coffee-and-tea-house-richmond\">J & S Coffee Tea House\u003c/a>, whose menu lists over 100 drinks made with combinations of milk, tea and fruit or other flavors. I have it on very good authority (teenage daughter) that their taro milk tea with tapioca is “the best” and besides tapioca balls, they offer a dozen different colorful jelly bits--including mango, lychee and passion-fruit flavors--to add some chewy confetti to your drink.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/Sheg-kee-bakery.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43743\" title=\"Sheg kee bakery\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/Sheg-kee-bakery.jpg\" alt=\"Sheg kee bakery\" width=\"560\" height=\"560\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>from top left: red bean toast, sesame engagement pastry, date-filled mini-mooncake, taro twist\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cdiv class=\"post-body\">\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Next stop is the \u003ca href=\"http://www.shengkee.com/\">Sheng Kee Bakery\u003c/a> with a wide array of traditional Chinese and western-inspired baked goods. I like to try one or two of their buns, rolls, croissants or tall fluffy breads on each visit. Recently, I was drawn to the individually wrapped quarter circles labelled “engagement pastry” in sesame, red bean, pineapple or date flavors. When I asked, the cashier told me these represent a gift given to the family to celebrate an engagement. The sesame pastry provided a friendly, nutty, cookie-like crunch. I have previously taken home their tall taro and red bean breads and date moon cakes. I'm always on the lookout for a \u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/2011/10/24/trekking-for-taro-in-the-east-bay/\">new taro treat\u003c/a> and was happy to discover their taro twist, filled with lavender, almond paste-infused taro.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>When it’s time for a real meal, the mall offers many options for casual, well-traveled spots, including: Thai take-out, Vietnamese Pho, a Noodle house, as well as Japanese, Chinese and Korean eateries. One popular Hong Kong-style restaurant, \u003ca href=\"http://asianpearl.yolasite.com/\">Asian Pearl\u003c/a>, is known for their dim sum (no carts wheeled around here–-so you need to order from the menu, but there are some helpful \u003ca href=\"http://asianpearl.yolasite.com/dim-sum-picture.php\">pictures\u003c/a> or you can always glance over at what diners at the next table are having.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/bibimbap1.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43948\" title=\"bibimbap\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/bibimbap1.jpg\" alt=\"bibimbap\" width=\"400\" height=\"513\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>hot stone bibimbap and banchan\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>During my most recent visit, I had dinner at the spacious, wood-paneled \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/koreana-kitchen-ii-richmond\">Koreana Kitchen II\u003c/a> and enjoyed the hot stone \u003cem>bibimbap\u003c/em>, a bowl of rice, topped with mushrooms, spinach, carrots, bean sprouts, seaweed and a choice of protein. The best part was the 10 little dishes of \u003cem>banchan\u003c/em> that accompany all meals, such as kim chi daikon and cabbage, crispy sweet potato, crunchy seaweed, slippery yam noodles, sweet-ish fish cake and more.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Sustained by a full tummy, I am ready to tackle the fascinating wares at the queen of the mall, \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/99-ranch-market-richmond-2\">99 Ranch Market\u003c/a>, a one-stop shop for adventurous (or homesick) cooks.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/fish-at-99-ranch.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43744\" title=\" blue crabs and fish at 99 ranch\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/fish-at-99-ranch.jpg\" alt=\" blue crabs and fish at 99 ranch\" width=\"560\" height=\"520\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>An ocean of fresh fish and seafood lines the back wall, including tanks of live catfish and mussels and clams in ponds of bubbling water. The produce section is home to hard-to-find fruits and vegetables, such as banana flower buds, gobo, lotus root, wood-ear mushrooms and galangal. One market aisle is devoted to a rainbow of rice, (black, white, brown and red) in large to huge sacks. Another features tangled knots of noodles made out of everything from mung beans to sweet potatoes. The snack aisle displays crunchy treats in unusual flavor combinations, such as green onion cookies, durian mochi and strawberry flavored beef jerky. If you are cooking an Asian dish, 99 Ranch is sure to have whatever ingredients you need.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/walnut-soup.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43745\" title=\"walnut soup\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/walnut-soup.jpg\" alt=\"walnut soup\" width=\"560\" height=\"420\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The last time I availed myself of 99 Ranch’s worldly repertoire, I was planning to make the comforting Walnut Soup from \u003ca href=\"http://www.graceyoung.com/\">Grace Young\u003c/a>’s first cookbook, \u003ca href=\"http://www.amazon.com/The-Wisdom-Chinese-Kitchen-Celebration/dp/0684847396\">The Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen\u003c/a>. The creamy soup, which according to Young is considered a tonic in Chinese culture, has only 3 ingredients. I could manage the oven-roasted walnuts on my own, but knew I needed some help with the other two. So I asked a cashier where to find the rice flour (non-glutinous, specifies Young) and \u003cem>peen tong\u003c/em>, a kind of brown sugar that comes in chunky bars. The cashier’s face brightened at the mention of \u003cem>peen tong\u003c/em> and she directed me to the appropriate aisles. I picked up a couple of other items that I usually get at 99 Ranch (like huge packages of individual servings of crispy Korean seaweed) and headed back to the same cashier I originally asked for help. She seemed genuinely thrilled that I was going to make something with the golden ingots of sugar.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Speaking of sugar, another mall shop that is sure to please any sweet-tooth is the \u003ca href=\"http://www.yelp.com/biz/candy-box-richmond\">Candy Box\u003c/a>. A tiny space, crammed floor to ceiling with sugary and salty imported treats from Japan, Taiwan and Hawaii. Day-glo sour fruit, hot, spicy squid and gummy everything plus a sweet, chatty owner who provides generous samples. On my recent visit, she was putting up a sign in the crowded window featuring her latest shipment of Green Tea Flavored Kit Kat bars from Japan. “These are so popular,” she told me, “they will be sold out in a couple of days.” “Why?” I asked? “Don’t know, they’re from Japan, hard to find and people think green tea is healthy.”\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/chicken-21.jpg\">\u003cimg class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43956\" title=\"gummy chicken feet\" src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/chicken-21.jpg\" alt=\"gummy chicken feet\" width=\"560\" height=\"406\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Don’t worry if you missed your chance to shout “gimme a break” in Japanese, or didn’t get enough dim sum at Asian Pearl. You can always take home some gummy chicken feet.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cem>(Be forewarned: finding parking can be a nightmare here, especially on the weekends and many shops only accept cash.)\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\u003c/div>",
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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/couples.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/couples.jpg\" alt=\"couples\" title=\"couples\" width=\"560\" height=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43979\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Photos: Pamela Palma\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Where's the best place to take a first date? From the romantically-lit and intimate to the no-pressure fun and casual spots, we've rounded up the best places in three counties to dine with someone you're just getting to know. Read on...\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://laciccia.com/\">1) La Ciccia\u003c/a>, San Francisco (Noe Valley)\u003cbr>\nNot since \u003ca href=\"http://www.a16sf.com/\">A16\u003c/a> has an Italian restaurant, focused on a single region, captured the hearts of so many diners. Cozy and intimate, this Noe Valley eatery is where to go when you want to up the romance ante.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Focusing entirely on his native cuisine from Sardegna, chef Massimiliano Conti sticks to his roots with a rustic, seafood-focused menu and an impressive wine list that showcases the region’s interesting offerings like Cannonau and Vermentino. The octopus stew is a staple for many diners.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://statebirdsf.com/\">2) State Bird Provisions\u003c/a>, San Francisco (Lower Fillmore)\u003cbr>\nIf your date is into the Bay Area food scene go to State Bird Provisions, one of the coolest new spots where you are likely to see San Francisco chefs dining. What started off as a way for chefs Stuart Brioza and Nicole Krasinski, formerly of Rubicon, to deep-fry quail (California’s state bird) has developed into one of San Francisco’s most innovative menus. Some dishes are served Dim Sum style, others can be ordered, everything arrives at the whim of the kitchen, and it’s all delicious. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp> \u003ca href=\"http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/\">3) The Ferry Building\u003c/a>, San Francisco (Embarcadero)\u003cbr>\nIt seems nearly impossible to have a boring date at a marketplace that offers so much. Try \u003ca href=\"http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/hog_island_oyster_company.php\">Hog Island Oyster Company\u003c/a> for a super social happy hour Monday through Thursday, or meet up on a Saturday morning for celebrity-chef-spotting at the \u003ca href=\"http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/farmers_market.php\">farmers’ market\u003c/a>. Grab a meat cone or a satisfying sandwich from \u003ca href=\"http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/boccalone_shop_page.php\">Boccalone\u003c/a> or a loaf of bread from \u003ca href=\"http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/acme_bread_company.php\">Acme\u003c/a> and a wheel of Red Hawk from \u003ca href=\"http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/cowgirl_creamery.php\">Cowgirl Creamery\u003c/a> to make your own, then head to the dock to watch the boats pass by.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.brazenheadsf.com/\">4) Brazen Head\u003c/a>, San Francisco (Marina)\u003cbr>\nOne of San Francisco's best late-night restaurants has flown under the radar since it opened in 1980. Belly up to the bar for a classic gin martini from a charming curmudgeon of a bartender and enjoy it with a plate of oysters and a spot-on French onion gratinee soup. A petite filet, some shrimp scampi, and the flattering dim light of the tiny dining room add up to romance galore. The best part? They serve dinner until 1am.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://barbocce.com/\">5) Bar Bocce\u003c/a>, Sausalito\u003cbr>\nThe newest addition to Sausalito’s tourist-friendly and locally-beloved food and wine scene is an idyllic spot for a first date. Watch the sun set over the harbor from any of the outdoor couches or tables surrounding the fire pit, or ignore the natural beauty in favor of athletics as you toss a bocce ball forward and a glass of wine back. Though the food is secondary to the setting and the innovative wine-cocktail list, Bar Bocce is absolutely worth a visit for a first date--even if it's just with a friend.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sorellacaffe.com/\">6) Sorella Caffe\u003c/a>, Fairfax\u003cbr>\nClassically Fairfaxian-casual, Sorella Caffe has a skilled, low-key staff and solid Italian food with flair. Special touches like a live piano player, a round windowed dining room and a fireplace that makes diners feel as though they're enjoying their gorgonzola ravioli in a toasty, warm yurt. Sorella is a comfortable spot to get to know someone while enjoying a little whimsy-- a giant communal wheel of Parmesan cheese arrives as the menus do and diners are presented with a bowlful of gummy bears to dig through while perusing the dessert menu.\u003cbr clear=\"all\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.restaurantpicco.com/\">7) Picco\u003c/a>, Larkspur\u003cbr>\nLet's face it--you can't go wrong taking a date to ANY of \u003ca href=\"http://www.restaurantpicco.com/docs/picco_presskit.pdf\">Bruce Hill's\u003c/a> restaurants. \u003ca href=\"http://www.bixrestaurant.com/\">Bix\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.zerozerosf.com/\">Zero Zero\u003c/a>, and \u003ca href=\"http://www.pizzeriapicco.com/\">Pizzeria Picco\u003c/a> are all excellent establishments on their own merits, but there's something about Picco that is so cozy and inviting that it's hard to imagine any first date that takes place here not being a success. After a dinner of Hill's made-to-order risotto of the day, paired with one of the restaurant's signature cocktails, take a stroll through downtown Larkspur to enjoy the fresh Marin air.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.underwoodgraton.com/\">8) Underwood\u003c/a>, Graton\u003cbr>\nSure, it's a drive from just about anywhere in Sonoma, Marin, or San Francisco Counties--unless you happen to be one of the 1900 people who live in Graton--but the Underwood Bar and Bistro is worth a trek of any distance to eat chef Matthew Greenbaum's food while sitting quietly amongst the wine country movers-and-shakers who come to their hometown restaurant for a little slice of sophistication. Sharing several small plates of tapas and some innovative cocktails like a \u003ca href=\"http://www.underwoodgraton.com/cocktail.pdf\">French Martini\u003c/a> is a great way to break the ice. And hey, if the date goes REALLY well, you can breakfast at Greenbaum's \u003ca href=\"http://willowwoodgraton.com/\">Willow Wood\u003c/a> across the street...the next morning.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.scopahealdsburg.com/\">9) Scopa\u003c/a>, Healdsburg\u003cbr>\nIn a town where antiques and San Francisco Marina-district overflow comprise more of the population during the summertime than native Healdsburgers do, Scopa is a bastion of good, homey food with a hip atmosphere that caters to tourists and locals alike. Scopa is right on the town's central square, and a stroll around the grassy park and a little window-shopping while you wait for your table sets the tone for a casual yet intimate evening. Don't miss Nonna's chicken, a recipe handed down from NorCal local chef Ari Rosen's grandmother. 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Grab a meat cone or a satisfying sandwich from \u003ca href=\"http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/boccalone_shop_page.php\">Boccalone\u003c/a> or a loaf of bread from \u003ca href=\"http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/acme_bread_company.php\">Acme\u003c/a> and a wheel of Red Hawk from \u003ca href=\"http://www.ferrybuildingmarketplace.com/cowgirl_creamery.php\">Cowgirl Creamery\u003c/a> to make your own, then head to the dock to watch the boats pass by.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.brazenheadsf.com/\">4) Brazen Head\u003c/a>, San Francisco (Marina)\u003cbr>\nOne of San Francisco's best late-night restaurants has flown under the radar since it opened in 1980. Belly up to the bar for a classic gin martini from a charming curmudgeon of a bartender and enjoy it with a plate of oysters and a spot-on French onion gratinee soup. A petite filet, some shrimp scampi, and the flattering dim light of the tiny dining room add up to romance galore. The best part? They serve dinner until 1am.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://barbocce.com/\">5) Bar Bocce\u003c/a>, Sausalito\u003cbr>\nThe newest addition to Sausalito’s tourist-friendly and locally-beloved food and wine scene is an idyllic spot for a first date. Watch the sun set over the harbor from any of the outdoor couches or tables surrounding the fire pit, or ignore the natural beauty in favor of athletics as you toss a bocce ball forward and a glass of wine back. Though the food is secondary to the setting and the innovative wine-cocktail list, Bar Bocce is absolutely worth a visit for a first date--even if it's just with a friend.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.sorellacaffe.com/\">6) Sorella Caffe\u003c/a>, Fairfax\u003cbr>\nClassically Fairfaxian-casual, Sorella Caffe has a skilled, low-key staff and solid Italian food with flair. Special touches like a live piano player, a round windowed dining room and a fireplace that makes diners feel as though they're enjoying their gorgonzola ravioli in a toasty, warm yurt. Sorella is a comfortable spot to get to know someone while enjoying a little whimsy-- a giant communal wheel of Parmesan cheese arrives as the menus do and diners are presented with a bowlful of gummy bears to dig through while perusing the dessert menu.\u003cbr clear=\"all\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.restaurantpicco.com/\">7) Picco\u003c/a>, Larkspur\u003cbr>\nLet's face it--you can't go wrong taking a date to ANY of \u003ca href=\"http://www.restaurantpicco.com/docs/picco_presskit.pdf\">Bruce Hill's\u003c/a> restaurants. \u003ca href=\"http://www.bixrestaurant.com/\">Bix\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.zerozerosf.com/\">Zero Zero\u003c/a>, and \u003ca href=\"http://www.pizzeriapicco.com/\">Pizzeria Picco\u003c/a> are all excellent establishments on their own merits, but there's something about Picco that is so cozy and inviting that it's hard to imagine any first date that takes place here not being a success. After a dinner of Hill's made-to-order risotto of the day, paired with one of the restaurant's signature cocktails, take a stroll through downtown Larkspur to enjoy the fresh Marin air.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.underwoodgraton.com/\">8) Underwood\u003c/a>, Graton\u003cbr>\nSure, it's a drive from just about anywhere in Sonoma, Marin, or San Francisco Counties--unless you happen to be one of the 1900 people who live in Graton--but the Underwood Bar and Bistro is worth a trek of any distance to eat chef Matthew Greenbaum's food while sitting quietly amongst the wine country movers-and-shakers who come to their hometown restaurant for a little slice of sophistication. Sharing several small plates of tapas and some innovative cocktails like a \u003ca href=\"http://www.underwoodgraton.com/cocktail.pdf\">French Martini\u003c/a> is a great way to break the ice. 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Today was the first preview of what's to come and six trucks were serving a steady stream of customers: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/mrnicesf\">Mr. Nice SF\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.smokinwarehouse.com/\">Smokin' Warehouse BBQ\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.sunrisedeli.net/\">Sunrise Deli\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"http://www.brassknucklesf.com/home.html\">Brass Knuckle\u003c/a>, \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/LaPastrami\">La Pastrami\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://www.goldenwaffle.net/\">Golden Waffle\u003c/a>. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3617-e1338502300279.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3617-e1338502300279.jpg\" alt=\"menu\" title=\"menu\" width=\"280\" height=\"500\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44053\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"The inspiration to form a permanent street food pod came from both the lack of opportunities and infinite barriers the current street food vendors in San Francisco are faced with and from the existing permanent pods other states have been comfortably enjoying throughout the last decade,\" said founder Carlos Muela via email. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\"We love the SoMa neighborhood and there is a lot of opportunity here. 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As of now, there are not that many food options in the neighborhood, but we hope that will begin to change with the addition of the park.\"\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3620-e1338500992905.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3620-e1338500992905.jpg\" alt=\"soma streatfood park\" title=\"soma streatfood park\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44056\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3619-e1338500947623.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3619-e1338500947623.jpg\" alt=\"food truck\" title=\"food truck\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44055\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3622-e1338501312923.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3622-e1338501312923.jpg\" alt=\"brass knucke\" title=\"brass knucke\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44058\">\u003c/a>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3624.jpg\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3628-e1338501509151.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3628-e1338501509151.jpg\" alt=\"soma streat food park\" title=\"soma streat food park\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44060\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>He's successfully transformed the abandoned U-Haul parking lot into a food oasis, as there's lots of potted plants scattered throughout the park and ample places to sit or stand while eating. Carlos remarked, \"It was a complete eyesore for the neighborhood.\" But once you're within the food park itself, it's easy to forget you're right near the 101 overpass. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3624-e1338501448492.jpg\" alt=\"soma streat food park\" title=\"soma streat food park\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44062\">\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>There's also handicap-accessible bathrooms and plenty of bicycle parking. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3621-e1338501239401.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3621-e1338501239401.jpg\" alt=\"bathrooms\" title=\"bathrooms\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44057\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>And there's a large seating area with a roof, in case you're not inclined to dine in the sun. It's pet-friendly, too.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3629-e1338501477362.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3629-e1338501477362.jpg\" alt=\"covered space\" title=\"covered space\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44061\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3631-e1338501679344.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3631-e1338501679344.jpg\" alt=\"dog\" title=\"dog\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44066\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3630-e1338501632840.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/IMG_3630-e1338501632840.jpg\" alt=\"falafel\" title=\"falafel\" width=\"559\" height=\"314\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44065\">\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Carlos says that food trucks will rotate in and out on a weekly and monthly basis, following the formal opening next week.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"http://www.somastreatfoodpark.com\">SoMa StrEat Food Park\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\nAddress: \u003cstrong>\u003ca href=\"https://maps.google.com/maps?q=428+11th+street,+san+francisco,+ca&hl=en&ll=37.77102,-122.412028&spn=0.00904,0.017853&hnear=428+11th+St,+San+Francisco,+California&gl=us&t=m&z=16&iwloc=A\">map\u003c/a>\u003c/strong>\u003cbr>\n428 11th Street @ Harrison\u003cbr>\nFacebook: \u003ca href=\"https://www.facebook.com/SoMaStrEatFoodPark\">SoMaStrEatFoodPark\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\nTwitter: \u003ca href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/SoMaStrEatFood\">SoMaStrEatFood\u003c/a>\u003c/p>\n\n",
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"content": "\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/elizabeth-meltz.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/elizabeth-meltz.jpg\" alt=\"Elizabeth Meltz\" title=\"Elizabeth Meltz\" width=\"560\" height=\"418\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43986\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Elizabeth Meltz, the director of sustainability for Mario Batali, Joe Bastianich and fellow chefs, checks out the source of sustainable salmon in Norway. Photo: Cheryl Forberg\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://www.frenchlaundry.com/\">The French Laundry\u003c/a>'s \u003ca href=\"http://tkrg.org/\">Thomas Keller\u003c/a> created quite the media maelstrom when he told the \u003ca href=\"http://www.nytimes.com/2012/05/16/dining/for-them-a-great-meal-tops-good-intentions.html?_r=1\">\u003cem>New York Times' Julia Moskin\u003c/em>\u003c/a> that he didn't think concerns around sustainable food matters were the responsibility of top chefs like himself.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Flavor and creativity rule, Keller implied, debates around \u003ca href=\"http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/cr/SeafoodWatch/web/sfw_factsheet.aspx?fid=60\">bluefin tuna\u003c/a> or \u003ca href=\"http://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/story/2012-05-22/foie-gras-california-ban-humane/55143812/1\">foie gras\u003c/a> be damned. And in the same story, his buddy Andoni Luis Aduriz -- the Spanish chef behind the celebrated \u003ca href=\"http://www.mugaritz.com/\">Mugaritz\u003c/a> -- agreed, calling Keller brave for speaking honestly on a simmering culinary controversy.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://grist.org/food/chefs-disregard-for-environment-leaves-a-bad-taste/\">Not everyone concurs with Keller's point of view\u003c/a>, of course. Some might see a celebrity chef such as himself as a key player in the fight to protect our food supply and planet. Others, though, prefer their restaurateurs to excel in the kitchen and on the plate and leave saving the earth to do-gooder government agencies, scientific researchers, and nonprofit activists.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>A columnist in last week's \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"http://www.nypost.com/p/news/opinion/opedcolumnists/sustain_this_mario_v3D15YXykKYbYGW0KsVd4L\">New York Post\u003c/a>\u003c/em>, even lambasted sustainable food advocates in the fine dining biz for hypocrisy -- singling out players like \u003ca href=\"http://www.mariobatali.com/\">Mario Batali\u003c/a> and \u003ca href=\"http://joebastianich.com/\">Joe Bastianich\u003c/a> -- in an industry better known for excess and exploitation.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>[ad fullwidth]\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Given this ruckus among the restaurant elite, it seems a good time to check in with the director of food safety and sustainability for the \u003ca href=\"http://bandbhg.com/\">Batali & Bastianich Hospitality Group\u003c/a>, a national restaurant empire that includes Babbo, Eataly, and Del Posto in New York City, and Osteria Mozza and Pizzeria Mozza in Los Angeles. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/clams-pasta400.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/clams-pasta400.jpg\" alt=\"pasta and clams\" title=\"pasta and clams\" width=\"400\" height=\"370\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-44016\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Sustainable seafood remains a hot-button issue for consumers and chefs. Photo: Kelly Campbell\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Elizabeth Meltz, who talked about the green dining experience at \u003ca href=\"http://www.ted.com/tedx/events/744\">Tedx Manhattan's \"Changing The Way We Eat\"\u003c/a> last year, attended the recent Sustainable Foods Institute, a media conference that accompanies the \u003ca href=\"http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/vi/vi_events/cooking/\">Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Cooking for Solutions\u003c/a>.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>She shared her thoughts on the \u003cem>Post\u003c/em>'s pronouncements, serving sustainable meals, and the compostable container conundrum with Bay Area Bites this week.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What exactly does the director of food safety & sustainability for Batali & Bastianich do? What does a typical day look like?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>If only there ever was a \"typical day.\" Some days are totally dominated by food safety and others by sustainability, and sometimes entire weeks can focus on one or the other. For example, last month was focused heavily on finishing up Pizzeria Mozza Orange County's LEED Silver Certification, but come August and September our New York City restaurants start getting inspected again by the health department so I will be running around dealing with that. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Did you create your own position and how did you get into this line of work? \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I did create my own job, and I highly recommend it. When it first opened in 2006, I was a line cook at Del Posto, Mario, Joe and Lidia's four star Italian restaurant in New York's Meat Packing District. I worked for the amazingly progressive genius executive chef Mark Ladner. We clicked and I transitioned out of the kitchen and into the office- creating a hodgepodge position of HR, executive assistant, green guru and food safety expert. The food safety and sustainability elements emerged as ones that were replicable and applicable to all of our restaurants (currently 18 in the US). Oh, and I'm a department of ONE.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Do you work with chefs, managers, front of the house, kitchen staff, wait crew -- or all of the above?\u003c/strong> \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>All of the above. Both food safety and sustainability only work if there is buy in from the entire staff. Chefs and managers help me implement the initial changes or trainings we might be doing or working on, but the commitment and enthusiasm from the staff -- including wait staff and dishwashers, is what carries the change. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Does your experience as a line cook help in your current job?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Having a kitchen background is a huge advantage in my current position -- because I've been there, I don't make absurd suggestions that I know won't work, and chefs usually appreciate that. I went to culinary school because I loved to cook but I swore I would never work in a kitchen outside of the required three month externship. Four years later I was still working in some of New York City's and Italy's best kitchens. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/meat400.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/meat400.jpg\" alt=\" meats\" title=\" meats\" width=\"400\" height=\"600\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43994\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Where meat comes from -- and how it was raised -- is a top concern for many diners. Photo: Kelly Campbell\u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Chefs have reputations for strong opinions about what goes down in -- and comes out of -- their kitchens. How do you navigate that?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>We are a chef-driven restaurant group so when it comes to sustainable food purchasing I make suggestions instead of issuing edicts. Luckily for me I work with a talented group of eco-minded chefs who are capable of balancing their commitment to the environment with making food that tastes good. As far as the food safety requirements and some of the non-food related green stuff, they know Mario and Joe wholeheartedly believe in it, so they are on board.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What kinds of things do you address on the food safety front: Is it all about food poisoning, sourcing reviews, and hygiene practices?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>We comply fully with all local and state health department guidelines. My job is to keep up with these codes, keep the chefs and managers up to date, and then inspect, train, and reinforce. I track outbreaks and recalls and keep them abreast of these as well. We do food safety and food allergen training for front-of-house staff. We take these things seriously. Each restaurant is capable of dealing with the rare food poisoning concern, but if there ever is an issue that needs an extra hand, I deal with it.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What about the sustainability side of your job?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>It's like vapor, it can expand endlessly, from testing a new electrolyzed water technology to investigating a hydroponic garden technology, to partnering with the New York Botanical Garden for Mario's edible garden beds. Each of our restaurants is a certified green restaurant (or is in the process of being certified), and maintaining that in and of itself can be a full-time job. You name it, it comes under my umbrella: Whether it's visiting our compost facility to make sure our waste is going where it should be going or screening the movie \u003cem>\u003ca href=\"http://endoftheline.com/\">The End of the Line\u003c/a>\u003c/em> to our staff so they know what is happening to our oceans.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Consider: Fois gras, bluefin tuna, and factory-farmed meat. How do you handle such sustainability concerns? \u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>As an almost all Italian restaurant group I don't have to deal with foie gras. Bluefin tuna is the only thing we actually banned our chefs from purchasing altogether (now that I just gave that whole spiel about how I never tell them what to do). I have since had some second thoughts about that as the fishermen who are going about procuring bluefin the correct way deserve support. Lastly, not a fan of industrially-raised meat. I cannot say we do not purchase any at all, but we purchase a great deal of our meat from \u003ca href=\"http://www.heritagefoodsusa.com/\">Heritage Foods USA\u003c/a>, and were one of the very first restaurant groups to do so.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What do you love about your job and what's challenging?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>What's not to love? I love everything about it. To-go containers are challenging -- don't get me started. Each municipality accepts different items, the chasing arrows and the numbers on the bottom of the containers are totally misleading, compostable containers are only compostable in a compost facility and most cities won't pick up compost anyway, so what are you going to do with it? It makes me so mad.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What kind of skill set or personality do you need for a gig like yours?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>The food safety part definitely requires that you tap into your inner nerd. I also think balance is really important, and understanding that sustainability isn't sexy all the time -- it's not all about solar panels. Sometimes it's about a boring faucet aerator.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003ca href=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/mario-batali.jpg\">\u003cimg src=\"http://ww2.kqed.org/bayareabites/wp-content/uploads/sites/24/2012/05/mario-batali.jpg\" alt=\"Mario Batali\" title=\"Mario Batali\" width=\"349\" height=\"262\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-43990\">\u003c/a>\u003cbr>\n\u003cem>Mario Batali. Photo: Melanie Dunea \u003c/em>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Would you care to respond to the recent Batali-Bastianich bashing in the \u003cem>New York Post\u003c/em>?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>I'd like to clarify some points. \u003ca href=\"http://www.meatlessmonday.com/\">Meatless Monday\u003c/a> is not simply about adding vegetarian options to the menu (though that is the physical manifestation of it.) 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We clicked and I transitioned out of the kitchen and into the office- creating a hodgepodge position of HR, executive assistant, green guru and food safety expert. The food safety and sustainability elements emerged as ones that were replicable and applicable to all of our restaurants (currently 18 in the US). Oh, and I'm a department of ONE.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Do you work with chefs, managers, front of the house, kitchen staff, wait crew -- or all of the above?\u003c/strong> \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>All of the above. Both food safety and sustainability only work if there is buy in from the entire staff. Chefs and managers help me implement the initial changes or trainings we might be doing or working on, but the commitment and enthusiasm from the staff -- including wait staff and dishwashers, is what carries the change. \u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>Does your experience as a line cook help in your current job?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>Having a kitchen background is a huge advantage in my current position -- because I've been there, I don't make absurd suggestions that I know won't work, and chefs usually appreciate that. I went to culinary school because I loved to cook but I swore I would never work in a kitchen outside of the required three month externship. 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Luckily for me I work with a talented group of eco-minded chefs who are capable of balancing their commitment to the environment with making food that tastes good. As far as the food safety requirements and some of the non-food related green stuff, they know Mario and Joe wholeheartedly believe in it, so they are on board.\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>\u003cstrong>What kinds of things do you address on the food safety front: Is it all about food poisoning, sourcing reviews, and hygiene practices?\u003c/strong>\u003c/p>\n\u003cp>We comply fully with all local and state health department guidelines. My job is to keep up with these codes, keep the chefs and managers up to date, and then inspect, train, and reinforce. I track outbreaks and recalls and keep them abreast of these as well. We do food safety and food allergen training for front-of-house staff. We take these things seriously. 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