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When local farmers succeed, we all win. That’s why EPB Fiber Optics proudly supports the growers in our service area with access to the fastest Internet speeds in the nation, helping them grow their business (along with the best tasting produce around).
EPB is proud to partner with Crabtree Farms in the city’s first Corporate CSA program.
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contentsF E A T U R E S
The Buzz Over Bees 6Do you enjoy seasonal treats such as strawberries and cantaloupe? Thank the the honeybee!
Food Access 10 Limited Space Grows Unlimited Possibilities 11Farm to School 12The Power of 10% 1421st Century Farmers 15 Celebrate Harvested Here Restaurant Week 15
R E C I P E S & T I P S
Ask Dietician Dee 9Honey Chicken 9Honey French Toast 13
D I R E C T O R Y
Farmers’ Markets 17Farms 19 Restaurants 32Grocers 41Food Artisans 42Community Gardens 44 Resources 45
S T A F F A N D T H A N K S
Program Administrator: Andrea Jaeger
Contributing Writers: Chyela Rowe, Clark Williams, Cortney Mild, Joel Houser, Lacie Stone, Lauren Haynes, Melanie Mayo, and Ruth Kerr
Design: Widgets and Stone
Cover Photo: Mandy Lamb Meredith
Tastebuds Thanks: Benwood Foundation and Gaining Ground for supporting andfunding the 2013 Spring edition of TasteBuds, and the Steering Committee who guided the process: Dorris Shober, George Bairaktaris, Padgett Arnold and Paul Smith
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“If the bee disappears from the surface of the earth, man would have no more than four years to live. No more bees, no more pollination, no more men.”
- A L B E R T E I N S T E I N
bit crowded in there, with an average spring hive containing from 30,000 to 50,000 inhabitants!
Surprisingly, honey production is hardly the most important function of the honeybee; bees efficiently pollinate the majority of our fruit and vegetable crops worldwide. In the award-winning documentary Queen of the Sun, Michael Pollan explained, “The relationship of bees and flowers is one of the most beautiful co-evolutionary relationships we have. Bees are the legs of the plants.” Flowering plants need bees for pollination, enticing them with beautiful colors, seductive shapes and sweet nectar so worker bees will reach deep inside to collect nectar and pollen, inadvertently pollinating the flowers they are working. Nectar is then stored in a bee’s honey stomach (one of a bee’s two stomachs) for transport to the hive. The nectars combine with the bee’s digestive enzymes, producing new compounds that are deposited into cells in the hive to cure.
The resultant honey contains more than 75 compounds, including enzymes, vitamins and trace
minerals. Some honey compounds are so complex they have not yet been identified. Wildflower honey contains the concentrated nectars of wild medicinal plants. This concentrated medicinal essence may be the reason people throughout history have attributed healing powers to raw honey.
Raw honey has been hailed as possessing anti-inflammatory, antiviral, antibiotic, antibacterial, expectorant, anti-allergenic and tonic qualities. Manuka honey, from bee colonies kept in eucalyptus groves, is known for its rapid healing powers when applied to wounds. It is also thought that consuming local raw honey over time may reduce allergic reactions to pollen. Since ancient times honey has been used to make a fermented drink called mead, which was thought to have many healthful side effects such as preventing illness
Life inside a hive is nothing short of amazing. A bee hive is a highly organized society that harmoniously works together to produce all its own food. In spring the European honeybees, Apis mellifera, raise a large brood to help with pollen and nectar collection. During this spring build-up, a queen can lay up to 2,000 eggs per day. The female nurse bees feed and raise the brood and tend to the queen’s needs. The female worker bees also keep the hive clean and collect the water, nectar and pollen necessary to make honey, wax, royal jelly and propolis, a resinous mixture the bees use as a hive sealant (think caulk!). The only male bees in the hive are the drones, and their sole purpose is procreation with queens from other hives. It’s a
life I N S I D E A
hiveis nothing short of amazing.
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F I N D I N G L O C A L H O N E Y
Interested in making local honey a
staple in your cupboard? Many local
beekeepers sell their honey products
at area farmers’ markets (see pages
17-18) and natural grocery stores
(see page 41). Try an online search
for “honey” on TasteBuds website:
growchattanooga.org/foodguide
to learn more about apiaries in the
Chattanooga region.
By Melanie Mayo Photography by Denise Elliot, Idlewild Apiaries
bees
T H E B U Z Z O V E R
Across the Tennessee Valley, honey bees are buzzing about making the most of their short but
incredible lives. You can almost hear the “Flight of the Bumblebee” interlude as they dart from
flower to flower. Their frenzied work in fields and hives produces one of the most interesting foods
on earth: sweet, delicious honey.
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and restoring vigor. Today mead is enjoying a newfound popularity, ironic since it is one of the oldest fermented beverages.
But it’s not all happy in the hive. Albert Einstein once said, “If the bee disappears from the surface of the earth, man would have no more than four years to live. No more bees, no more pollination, no more men.” Einstein’s warning rings even louder today. In 2006 beekeepers began alerting the world to the disappearance of entire colonies of bees that appeared to be healthy. The bees simply abandoned their hives and never came back - cause unknown. This troubling phenomenon has been called Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD) by researchers. As many as one-third of America’s honeybees have vanished. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), honey-producing bee colonies in the U.S. have declined from 5.5 million colonies in 1950 to 2.5 million in 2007. The USDA has devoted $20 million over the next five years for CCD research.
There are many factors at play in the decline of the honeybee, such as an overall loss in flowering plants, an increase in air pollution, the use of harmful chemicals and insecticides and a global economy that spreads bee pathogens and pests worldwide. Commercially-used bees are stressed; their hives are moved many times per year, they are exposed to many chemicals, and they are
constantly reorienting themselves in their new environments. Large-scale industrial beekeepers transport their hives from state to state to pollinate monocrops such as the California almond groves or Georgia melon patches. The California almond groves together are as large as the state of Rhode Island and require a high amount of pollination annually, yet do not have the plant diversity to feed bees year-round.
It doesn’t take a scientist to understand that the sudden and mysterious disappearance of bees from their hives poses a serious threat to our food supply and way of life. One third of the human diet comes from insect-pollinated foods, such as nuts, berries, citrus fruits and most vegetables. Bees are responsible for pollinating 80 percent of these foods. American farmers have the potential to lose $15 billion worth of crops that bees pollinate every year. Now, more than ever, it is imperative that we care for honeybees.
Interest in small-scale “backyard beekeeping” is surging as people become aware of the need to sustain honeybee populations. “I believe the dedicated and steady increase in the number of local beekeepers will make a measurable difference to the assurance of sustainable honeybee populations,” explains David Reed, beekeeper and member of the Tennessee Valley Beekeeping Association (TVBA). Reed produces small batches of honey under the company name Erma’s Bees, which pays homage to Reed’s mother, who taught him how to keep bees. Erma’s Bees’ primary hives are at Crabtree Farms. Reed also helps coordinate classes for beginning beekeepers through the TVBA to ensure that future generations will have beekeeping knowledge.
If you’re not ready to keep your own bees, but want to make a difference,
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B E E K E E P E R S
The Tennessee Valley Beekeepers
Association strives to “promote
the study, science, and craft of
beekeeping and to provide education
and encouragement to all Tennessee
Valley beekeepers.” The association
provides a monthly meeting, beginner
classes and resources to help and
support beekeepers in the Tennessee
Valley, which includes Chattanooga
and surrounding counties.
Meetings are held on the fourth
Monday of each month at 7:00 pm.,
except for December. To learn more,
visit www.tennvalleybeekeepers.org
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you’re in luck. There are many ways to help slow the decline of the honeybee. Start by purchasing your honey locally, from our area beekeepers. Also, choose restaurants that utilize local honey in their dishes. Many chefs prefer the taste of local honey and include it in many recipes, including cocktails and desserts. “I can get honey from anywhere, and it will taste good, but you can really taste a difference with local honey,” says Taylor Monen, owner of the new downtown Chattanooga sweet shoppe Milk and Honey, which uses local honey from Benefield Apiary in Hixson, Tennessee. “I also give my kids local honey to help with their allergies,” says Monen. Last, consider planting flowers in your yard to feed the bees that happen by. Not only will it beautify the scenery, but you will also help the humble honeybee do its most important job – ensuring fruits and vegetables will be available for our kids, our grandkids and generations to come.
LOCAL FOOD IS GOOD FOODrecipesH O N E Y chickenIngredients: 1 cut-up chicken (or breasts) 1 tsp salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1/4 cup oil 1/2 cup honey 2 tbsp soy sauce
Place chicken parts, skin side up, in a large shallow baking pan in single layer. Season with salt and pepper; let stand 10 minutes. Stir oil, honey, and soy sauce together anddrizzle over chicken. Bake, uncovered, 1 hour in 350-degree oven. Baste frequently.
Photo: Grant Dotson
Q. There’s been a lot of talk about the health benefits of honey. What is the difference between the non-local honey I can find at any corner store or grocery store and the honey that comes from a local beekeeper? -Katie Dotson
A. Honey’s unique composition makes it a very effective antimicrobial agent, useful
for treating minor burns and scrapes as well as sore throats and other bacterial
infections. But a large majority of honey sold in grocery stores has been “ultra-
filtered” to produce a super clear product that won’t crystallize - in other words,
honey-flavored corn syrup. This ultra-filtration process negates the health benefits
of honey as an immune system booster by diminishing it’s pollen level. The FDA
doesn’t test for pollen content of honey, but recognizes the only way to authenticate
honey is to affirm the presence of pollen. Raw honey produced by local farmers
has not gone through this ultra-filtration process, which means it keeps its pollen
content and health benefits. Make it a priority to buy local honey from a single farm,
small co-op, or produce stand to ensure you’re purchasing real, raw honey.
Helpful honey tip:
Honey has a high fructose content and higher sweetening power than sugar, so
you can use half amount of honey to substitute for sugar in recipes. When using
in baked goods reduce oven temperature by 25 degrees Fahrenheit to avoid over
browning. Reduce liquid by 1/4 cup to each cup of honey, and add 1/2 tsp baking
soda per cup of honey used.
Dee Ann Harwell, MS,RD,LDN | Registered Dietician | President - Dynamic Dietetics, Inc | www.dynamicdietetics.com
ask dietician dee
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Everyone deserves access to fresh and healthy food. We know that the first line of
defense against disease is what we put in our bellies. For decades, and for deep-rooted reasons, low-income communities around the nation have lacked access to healthy foods; this creates a division between communities that manifests itself through malnutrition and related hardships. Often without a car or convenient transportation, folks rely on the expensive, fatty, processed foods sold at corner stores. In this nation, three out of ten kids go to bed hungry. In Chattanooga, there are about 50,000 food insecure residents, 30% of whom are children. But everywhere, there are signs of
change; people are not only working to provide our communities good food, but they are also working to dismantle the inequalities inherent in our food system. Community advocates, policymakers and organizations are thinking of innovative ways to affect change.
It takes community programs to change our national food system. With so many in our community dedicated to solving the challenges of food access, needless to say, many were excited to welcome Will Allen to Chattanooga as part of the George T. Hunter Lecture Series. Will Allen is the son of a sharecropper, a former pro basketball player, an ex-corporate sales leader and now
urban farmer and CEO of Growing Power, Inc. Growing Power is an organization that grows good food and soil with a stated value to get its food to many communities including food deserts. Allen is known for his vision and leadership on food policy and agriculture. “We’re growing soil, energy, people and community while providing the most important thing to all of us – food.” Throughout Growing Power’s programs, it is evident that food is indeed a transforming tool. “Food has such a powerful way of bringing people together and,” Will said during his lecture, “diversity is on the top of my agenda.” What started as a place for teens to work as part of the good food movement has now become
By Ruth KerrFood Access
Equitable food access is something that we will see within our generation thanks to the work done by our local partners. With this will come opportunities for a strengthened local economy and decreased disparity between the have’s and have not’s. It will take time and it will take effort, but we will see all of our community have access to clean, healthy food.
an international organization pioneering its way toward a ‘good food revolution.’ Chattanoogans are following Allen’s model and are working on creating an equitable food system that includes all members of our community.
Fair Share, an organization working to combat food insecurity through urban agriculture, is working to make our city center more self-sufficient. “We are in solidarity with those who believe urban agriculture is a powerful tool against poverty. Growing food for yourself and your neighborhood can empower folks to move beyond charity toward increased self-reliance,” says Joel Tippens, who, with Brenda Trigg, works to transform paved vacant lots into urban farms. “We want to model low-cost solutions to growing by interrupting the waste stream and utilizing recycled and reused materials and resources.” Fair Share envisions food as being a way to commune and heal our communities.
Another community program working to address food access is the Chattanooga Mobile Market. Launched summer of 2012, the Mobile Market provides fresh produce, healthy staples, and education to some of our local food
deserts. Born from the belief that everyone should have access to affordable, healthy and fresh foods, the Chattanooga Mobile Market has three values shared by the partners involved: convenience, courtesy, and consistency. The Chattanooga Mobile Market works to ensure that the market will provide easy access to good food, that shoppers feel free to provide feedback on ways to improve, and that each shopping experience will be courteous and pleasant.
“In this nation, three out of ten kids go to bed hungry.”
Want to get involved and help make a difference?
Visit Fair Share’s Facebook page for frequent updates on volunteer opportunities. Grow a garden! And, shop at a Farmers Market. Doing so
ensures that the local food economy
grows, in turn increasing the food supply for all communities.
Visit chattanoogamobilemarket.org to learn more about the Chattanooga Mobile Market.
Chattanoogans are passionate about our downtown, not just for work and play, but also as a place to call home. With more and more people living in urban neighborhoods, using limited space efficiently becomes a challenge – especially for gardeners. Luckily, food can be grown in increasingly limited spaces.
Ken Hays lives and grows food over almost every inch of his home’s backyard, located off Main Street in Downtown Chattanooga. Planted about four years ago, Hays’ garden has provided food for not only him and his wife, Ellen, but for loads of friends and almost everyone in the neighborhood.
When looking to expand his garden, Hays saw potential in an off-street alley with a chain link fence. With the helping hands of some neighborhood kids, he has planted, grown and harvested everything from cucumbers to grapes to blackberries. “We used the chain link fence as a way to stake up vines,” Hays says. This unconventional use
LIMITED SPACE GROWS U N L I M I T E D P O S S I B I L I T I E S
of space is an inspiration to aspiring gardeners who feel they don’t have enough room to grow anything.
Gardening is a great way to get exercise, enjoy the outdoors, learn more about where food comes from, and determine exactly how your food is grown. Not only that, but gardeners can also pick their food in the peak of its freshness. “It’s a great feeling to decide what’s for dinner based on what’s growing in your backyard,” said Hays.
LEARN GARDENING TIPS FOR SMALL SPACES AT growchattanooga.com/tastebuds
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Most children today have no idea where their food actually comes from or have the tools to make good food decisions. This has consequences on their health and well-being by contributing to unhealthy eating habits and increased incidence of childhood obesity. In response, schools are working to serve healthy meals in school cafeterias and provide educational
opportunities around gardening, healthy habits and good nutrition.
In the Chattanooga region, we have a handful of incredible schools paving
the way for a rebirth of farm to school education. Here are three exemplary schools, each led by a courageous teacher with enthusiastic students:
HIXSON HIGH SCHOOLThe lively Lee Friedlander helms the relatively new agriculture program at Hixson High School. Now in its second year, it is the only program of its kind in a public school in Hamilton County. Friedlander’s enthusiastic yet practical approach to the subject is highly infectious:
“Agriculture is a combination of everything: math, science, biology, chemistry, responsibility, physics, critical thinking, and problem solving, which are skills that translate into any career path.” Furthermore, Friedlander has found that agricultural education is “a way to really, truly engage the kids who aren’t successful in a traditional classroom.” Students plan and build farm structures and will soon begin work with hydroponics and aquaponics.
ST. NICHOLAS SCHOOLIn the first few months of her tenure at St. Nicholas School, Melanie Mayo has overseen the construction of permanent raised beds, a greenhouse, and composting structures on a tidy little corner of the 25-acre campus off Gunbarrel Road. With this garden, Mayo seeks to share both the wonders (the taste of chamomile tea, the poetry of popcorn, the wisdom of Muir and Thoreau) and practicalities of food production with all 200 students. Little green composting pails have become a fixture on campus, as students collect all organic waste daily to add to the compost heap. According to Mayo, the students are “so ready for this. Kids are trying to get their parents to compost. It’s inspiring to see these simple practices at school transfer to kids’ home lives.”
UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTHSewanee’s University of the South is proud to have Gina Raicovich heading the revival of their farm that was left fallow for the past 40 years. The farm is announcing its rebirth in the McClurg dining hall with offerings of “University Greens” and “Sewanee Bees Honey.” Worked by volunteers, interns and work-study students, the farm encompasses vegetable and livestock production. Professors from a broad range of disciplines - natural sciences, theology, even political science - enrich their courses by visiting the farm. Raicovich takes a holistic approach to farm education: students learn the how-to’s of sustainable food production and what it means to be “responsible stewards of the land.” Raicovich is working to integrate agriculture into the surrounding ecosystems. “How can we create farms that are not harsh barriers to ecosystems?” she asks, looking far into the future.
These pioneering teachers and their students have found food production to be a meeting point of all disciplines. All seem to be impressed by the depth at which this study hits their students and themselves. Food proves to be a vast, unified root system by which all facets of education can be nourished.
In the not too distant past, schools and farms were inseparable. Farming influenced our lives to the point of making education a wintertime activity and giving birth to the tradition of taking a long summer break to harvest produce – a tradition that is still maintained today. Though the lives of our kids are much different today, we’re now beginning to witness a welcome growth of farm and garden education in some of our local schools.
FA R M T O S C H O O L
“Most children today have no idea where their food actually comes from...”
By Clark Williams
DAY IN THE LIFE OF
A FARM KID By Cortney Mild
Meet Jack Smith! At just 9 years old, Jack knows how
to drive a tractor, milk a cow, make butter, build a fence, shoot an arrow, and ride a horse. That’s because Jack and his sister, Audrey, help their parents Travis and Elizabeth Smith with chores. But these chores aren’t like regular chores. Why? Because the Smiths live on a farm called Olive Branch Beef Company in Pikeville, Tennessee.
Every morning, Jack wakes up at 6 am to feed the farm’s cows, horses, chickens, goats, rabbits, dogs, and cats. “I don’t mind waking up early,” Jack says. “Feeding the chickens is my favorite chore.” Collecting the chickens’ eggs is his sister Audrey’s job, but sometimes he helps. Even
his friends like to pitch in when they come to visit.
Jack’s family makes their own butter, cheese, and chocolate milk, which is Jack’s favorite. He helps “churn” the butter by putting the cream in a jar and shaking it until it turns into butter. The Smiths use goat milk to make their own soap. Besides the butter, cheese and milk, they also grow their own vegetables. Jack’s favorite is summer squash, especially if it is fried.
When Jack grows up, he would like to be a carpenter. He is getting a lot of practice on the farm, building fences to keep the cows, horses, and goats safe. For fun, he is working on building his own playhouse.
Jack is a member of 4H, a program that encourages kids to take a hands-on approach to solving problems like global food security, climate change, sustainable energy, childhood obesity, and food safety. When asked why he thinks family farms are important, Jack’s answer was simple and straightforward – “so people who don’t live on farms can have food”.
Read more about Jack’s family’s farm on page 27.
Photo by Grant Dotson
This tasty recipe is a great way to use stale bread.
Yield: 3–4 servings
Ingredients: 2 local eggs 1/4 cup milk 1/4 cup local honey 1/4 teaspoon salt 6–8 slices day-old bread butter, for frying
Beat the eggs, then combine with milk, honey and salt. Coat bread with mixture. Melt butter in a large skillet. Fry the bread slices in the butter on medium heat until golden brown.
H O N E Y french toastRecipe Adapted from: Farming Feeds Alabama Cookbook
Photo: Mandy Lamb Meredith
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think we can agree that we all share an interest in growing Chattanooga’s economy. As we move forward, I think we can also agree that the best growth is clean and sustainable, accomplished in a way that simultaneously preserves our natural resources and agricultural heritage. By harnessing the power of just 10% of our food dollars,
we have a great opportunity to do just that through our local food movement.
In a 2008 Ochs Center study, it was estimated that if Chattanoogans were to purchase just 5% of their food from local farmers, it would add an impressive $100 million to the local economy EVERY YEAR. I say, let’s double that. In a community that understands the importance of working together to build something incredible, we can do better than 5%. Let’s all pledge to spend 10% of our food budget on local products – starting today.
So is 10% even doable? Think about it this way; pledging 10% of your food budget to local food would be the equivalent of eating just two meals per week prepared from primarily local ingredients. If your weekly family food budget were $200, a small weekly investment of $20 at the farmers’ market would meet your pledge. How else can you fulfill that 10% pledge? Choosing to eat at restaurants that source their foods locally, looking for Harvested Here labels in grocery store aisles, shopping at one of our many farm stands, or taking the day to pick your own berries in the summer all support our local farmers.
While a 10% pledge doesn’t sound like much of a challenge, it would make a significant impact on our local farms and food providers. It would add $200 million each year to the local economy, not to mention the impact eating local food would have on our health and the healthy eating habits of our kids. So for just $20 a week, we could be a part of making a big difference in Chattanooga. This is money that we are spending on food anyway; let’s take the opportunity to spend it on the freshest food available which, in turn, supports our neighbors, our community, and ourselves.
“If Chattanoogans were to purchase just 5% of their food from local farmers, it would add an impressive $100 million to the local economy every year.”
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By Joel Houser
IPhoto by Grant Dotson
There are currently over 60 local farms using social media.
Farms frequently update blogs with stories, photos, seasonal recipes, upcoming events, or canning and preserving tips. While nothing beats a handshake at the farm or market, there’s something unique about the informal interactions made possible through social media.
Friends and fans of Signal Mountain Farm can take a virtual walk through ten-foot tomato vines on a mid-summer’s day by reading owner Thomas O’Neal’s blog. “Online we have a place where anyone can share recipes, ask questions about CSA pickups, and get reminders about market times or what’s for sale that day.” He also often promotes discounts through Facebook on extra produce.
Shawn Schuster of White Ivy Farm has also been connecting with the local food movement through his podcast, Chattanooga Locavore. Each week’s episode is focused on Chattanooga and includes interviews with farmers, chefs, farmers’ market managers, grocery store owners and local food advocates combined with music from local artists. Schuster believes farmers’ use of technology is a trend that will only become more widespread, “I feel like today’s farmers are very tech-savvy and are aware of the new social media tools out there.”
Is your favorite farm sharing recipes through a blog or tweeting from the field? Find out by visiting growchattanooga.org/foodguide and search for your favorite farms.
By Chyela Rowe
By Lauren Haynes
Check out the Signal Mountain Farm blog at signalmountainfarm.blogspot.com and the Chattanooga Locavore podcast at chattanoogalocavore.com
I M AG E A B OV E F RO M C RA BT R E E FA R M S I N STAG RA M ST R E A M
As farm-to-table efforts continue to attract the limelight both nationally
and locally, it becomes even more important for us to understand what “sourcing locally” means. The restaurants we celebrate in these pages all have different concepts, customers, price points and tastes, but one thing is shared – the desire to incorporate locally grown and raised food in their dishes. Each passing season, we find that more and more chefs and restaurant owners continue to challenge themselves to incorporate more local ingredients, grown within 100 miles of Chattanooga, on their menus.
Summer is the perfect time to get inspired by locally grown ingredients, when you’ll experience heirloom tomatoes, fresh peaches, okra and other culinary staples that define the
hot months in our region. A great time to experience these delicious delights is during the third annual Harvested Here Restaurant Week, from July 15 to July 21. In addition to their commitment to source local ingredients on their regular menus throughout the year, chefs and restaurant owners have the chance to highlight the best ingredients that summer has to offer on special local food menus during Harvested Here Restaurant Week. Though Chattanooga is not unique in hosting a restaurant week, we are proud that the participating restaurants share a commitment to our local farms - and the telling of our past, present and future through local food.
Don’t miss out on Harvested Here Restaurant Week, July 15 through July 21. For more, visit growchattanooga.org.
H A R V E S T E D H E R E
July 15-21
RESTAURANTW E E K
By Lacie Stone
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farmers markets5 P O I N T S M A R K E T
225 1st Street, Northeast, Cleveland TN
mainstreetcleveland.com
Thurs 4-7
Sharon Marr, Market Manager
423-479-1000
Fresh produce awaits you downtown as farmers from around the area sell their freshest fruits and vegetables at the 5 Points Market. You’ll find all types of fresh, local produce, wild flowers, select local artists and crafters and more.
B R A D L E Y C O U N T Y FA R M E R S ’ M A R K E T 3110 Peerless Street, Cleveland, TN
utextension.tennessee.edu/bradley/Pages/farmers_market2.aspx
Tues, Thurs, Sat 7-2
Bill Maupin, Market Manager
423-728-7001
We are an open-air market. We inspect farms that sell to ensure produce is locally-grown.
B R A I N E R D FA R M E R S ’ M A R K E T
20 Belvoir Road, Chattanooga TN
saygrace.net
Sat 10-12
Chris Casanova, Market Manager
423-402-0597
Our mission: “supporting our community and local small farmers to make the world a greener, healthier place.” We welcome EBT and debit cards! Seasonal produce and fruits grown sustainably. Local beef, pork, lamb, eggs, sustainably-raised with no hormones or antibiotics. Local bread, pastries, sausage, honey, plants, soap, baskets, textiles, fair trade coffee.
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1826 Reggie White Boulevard, Chattanooga
chattanoogamarket.com
Sun 11-4
Paul Smith, Market Manager
423-648-2496
Enjoy music, fresh farm produce and artisan goods. Chattanooga Market is the regions largest producer-only market, representing over 5,000 acres of local farmlands and attracting 300,000 visitors annually.
C U M B E R L A N D FA R M E R S ’ M A R K E T
5 Ball Park Road, Sewanee TN
sewanee.locallygrown.net
Tues 4:30-5:45
Jessica Wilson, Market Manager
931-924-4539
We are an on-line farmers market serving Sewanee, Monteagle, and surrounding communities. Customers choose from a variety of products from around 20 local farms. Ordering takes place on-line from Saturday evening to Monday morning. Pick up is at the Sewanee Community Center.
D OW N T OW N DA LT O N SAT U R DAY M A R K E T
Downtown Dalton, Dalton GA
downtowndalton.com
Sat 9-1
Veronica French, Market Manager
706-278-3332
We are an open-air market in Downtown Dalton. The market is every Saturday of each month from May through September. Currently the market features fresh locally grown produce, locally grown plants, local art, photography, handmade clothing, knitted items, homemade soaps, upcycleing (items made from recycled materials) and jewelry.
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200 North Hamilton Street, Dalton [email protected] 5-7Veronica French, Market Manager706-278-3332
Downtown Dalton’s NEW Thursday night farmers’ market. Plan your weekend menu and stock up on healthy, fresh, locally grown produce!
F R E S H O N F R I DAYS
rivercitycompany.com/aboutrcc/[email protected] 11-2Tiffanie Robinson, Market Manager
423-265-3700
During the months of April - October, hungry downtown workers and visitors have the opportunity to sample culinary delights, fresh produce and more from local vendors.
L O O KO U T M O U N TA I N S U S TA I NA B L E H O M E S T E A D
525 Middle Road, Lookout Mountain GA
LookoutHomestead.com
Lori Carter, Market Manager
423-838-9804
M A I N S T R E E T FA R M E R S ’ M A R K E T325 East Main Street, Chattanooga TN
mainstfarmersmarket.com
Wed 4-6 (winter hours 4-5, Dec-Mar)
Bonnie Baranowski, Market Manager
423-653-1351
The Main Street Farmers’ Market seeks to provide area small farms with a profitable direct marketing opportunity while providing citizens of the Chattanooga community with a wide variety of fresh, locally produced foods.
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Locally and Sustainably Raised FoodsEvery Wednesday, all year 4-6 pm April-November and
4-5 pm December-March
325 East Main Street on Chattanooga’s Southside
Fresh produce, local & artisan meats, eggs, grains, honey, cheeses, freshly baked breads, specialty coffees,
Main Street Farmers Market
mainstfarmersmarket.com
farmers marketsM E N T O N E FA R M E R S ’ M A R K E T
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6139 Alabama Highway 117, Mentone AL
mountainmarket.org
Wed 3-6, Sat 10-1
Harriet Turner, Market Manager
We are a non-profit satellite market of the North Sand Mountain Farmers’ Market.
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4138 Hixson Pike, Chattanooga TN
www.ymcachattanooga.org/north-river
Sat 10-2
Bill Rush, Market Manager
423-877-3517
O O LT E WA H FA R M E R S ’ M A R K E T
5829 Main Street, Ooltewah TN
ooltewahnursery.com
Thurs 2-5
Faith Sharp, Market Manager
423-238-9775
Located at Ooltewah Nursery & Landscape, OFM is a producers-only farmers’ market featuring locally grown food from family farms to your family’s table. Know where your food comes from and shake the hand of the farmer who raised it for your family.
R I NG G O L D M A R K E THistoric Catoosa County Courthouse
7694 Nashville Street, Ringgold GA
ringgoldmarket.com
Sat 9-12
Paul Smith, Market Manager
423-648-2496
The new Ringgold Market has become a hit, as hundreds have made Saturday morning trips along Nashville Street to check out the locally grown products that are being showcased to the community on a weekly basis. Current vendors range from those selling fresh produce, flowers and meats, to those selling handcrafted accessories.
S I G NA L M O U N TA I N FA R M E R S ’ M A R K E T
2815 Anderson Pike, Signal Mountain TN
Thurs 4-6
Alison Hoffman, Market Manager
423-645-1642
We were established in 2011 in order to provide a venue for local farmers and artisans and also to provide locally grown, healthy food to the community. Local seasonal produce, grass-fed beef, pasture chicken, free-range eggs, honey, artisan made cheese, fresh baked breads, cut flowers and more.
S O U T H C U M B E R L A N D F O O D H U B
13912 Highway 41, Tracy City TN
rootedhere.locallygrown.net/
Tues & Fri afternoon delivery
Risa Brown, Market Manager
615-653-3347
We serve the Sewanee, Monteagle, Tracy City and surrounding area restaurants and schools with local food from our local farmers. Most of our products are grown with natural, sustainable methods and the meats, eggs and cheeses are antibiotic and hormone free. Join us and “know your farmer, know your food.”
S T . A L BA N ’ S H I X S O N M A R K E T7514 Hixson Pike, Hixson TN
stalbansepiscopal.net/farmersmarket.asp
Sat 10-1
Dee Clark, Market Manager
423-618-7716
We are located between Hixson Pike and Gold Point Circle N. Open Saturday from 10:00 to 1:00. The market is entering its fourth year of operation and welcomes new vendors.
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10391 Highway 41, Tracy city TN
Thurs 1-5, Sat 9-12
Michael Raines, Market Manager
931-692-3919
We are a small market but offer a wide variety of items grown and made on the mountain.
T R E N T O N FA R M E R S ’ M A R K E T
Veterans Park, Trenton GA
Sat 9-12
John Shober, Market Manager
423-987-0039
We are a rural, producer-only market, nestled - as Trenton is - in Lookout Valley between Lookout Mountain to the east and Sand Mountain to the west. The market is a short, scenic, 20-minute drive from downtown Chattanooga and offers a nice change of pace for those needing a break from the city. Come see us!
farms3 L CAT T L E R A NC H818 Suzanne Road, Graysville TN
Bledsoe County
facebook.com/3LCattleRanch
Lucas Lewis
423-280-1194
USDA inspected, grass fed beef locally grown right outside of Chattanooga.
A DV E N T H O M E FA R M
900 County Road 950, Calhoun TN
McMinn County
adventhomefarm.com
Andre “Mas” Masumbuko
423-336-5052
Advent Home Farm, on the Hiwassee River, is non-certified organic and moving to non-certified veganic. AH Farm stimulates wellness for at-risk teen boys who grow healthy vegetables that are good for the boys, community and the land. We sell locally grown, healthy vegetables to the public.
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farmsA L E X Z A N NA FA R M S315 Walker Road, Wildwood GA
Dade County
Suzanna and Lawrence Alexander
706-820-9042
Alexzanna Farms is a fifty acre diversified farm. We garden in harmony with the Steiner-Findhorn philosophies and without the use of pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides. In the family farm tradition we share our abundance at the Wednesday Main Street Farmers’ Market in Chattanooga.
A P PA L AC H I A N B E E
1943 Old Federal Road, Ocoee TN
Polk County
honeybeesrock.com
Diane Ravens
423-338-1149
Appalachian Bee proudly presents our pure, unfiltered, Artisan Honeys. Over 20 years of experience in beekeeping and dedication to promoting the importance of honeybees has inspired our line of artisanal honey products. Nature’s finest Honeys, 100% pure, never overheated, strained but unfiltered so all the pollen remains.
B . J . R E E C E O R C H A R D S9131 Highway 52 East, Ellijay GA
Gilmer County
reeceorchards.com
John and Rachel Reece
706-276-3048
We offer U-pick during September and October for several varieties of apples, along with hayrides, apple cannon, petting farm, and guided tours and field trips of our orchard. We have fresh-squeezed apple cider. Please come to see us for our pies!
BAC K YA R D GA R D E N1191 Vander Ferguson Road, Graysville TN
Bledsoe County
Ken Hudson
423-322-5652
Situated on 130 acres in Bledsoe County, Backyard Garden grows tomatoes, okra, beans, potatoes, squash and more! We are family owned and operated and truly appreciate our valued customers!
BA M A B R E E Z E FA R M1297 County Road 306, Dawson AL
DeKalb County
Sharon Manning
423-463-9997
Bama Breeze Farm is located on Sand Mountain in Alabama. We grow sustainable produce from our greenhouses year-round.
BA RT O N C R E E K FA R M S
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Warren County
bartoncreekfarms.com
Danny B. Roller
931-686-3326
Angus beef, dry aged, all natural, no added hormones.
B E N E F I E L D A P I A RY1907 Carolana Circle, Hixson TN
Hamilton County
Donald Benefield
423-842-2262
I maintain about 150 hives and they are located in Hamilton and Sequatchie County.
B E R RY R I D G E FA R M11024 Dolly Pond Road, Birchwood TN
Hamilton County
Tim and Leslie Phelps
423-290-0972
We are a small, family operated farm in Birchwood, TN. We grow blueberries, tomatoes, and various other seasonal vegetables. We grow our fruits and vegetables in an organic fashion.
B E U L A H FA R M S
2465 Spring Place-Smyrna Road, Chatsworth GA
Murray County
beulah-farms.com
Randall and Virginia Richards
706-270-1979
Our eggs and our pork are as natural as sunshine. There is nothing like waking up to a breakfast of Beulah Brown Eggs and Beulah Berk Sausage.
B I G S YCA M O R E FA R M
3804 Redman Lane, Decatur TN
Meigs County
Bert and Initia Vandermerwe
404-447-4014
We grow veggies and fruits the way nature intended and raise our animals humanely and respectfully.
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farmsB R A DY ’ S FA R M D I R E C T M E AT4344 Double S Road, Dayton TN
Rhea County
Curtis Brady
423-619-9874
Offering farm raised beef products. My cattle graze on pasture grass on my 100 acre farm. I sell individual cuts by the pound. My meat is USDA inspected, processed, frozen and competitively priced. I can also offer a whole or half beef. I sell at St. Alban’s Farmers’ Market year round. We accept Debit, Credit, and EBT cards.
B R OW N D I RT FA R MCSA
Dunlap TN
www.facebook.com/browndirtfarm
Brooke and Scott Brown
423-313-3527
We are a locally owned and operated farm in the Chattanooga area committed to producing high quality, good tasting fruits and vegetables. We never add chemical fertilizers or pesticides.
BU R NS FA R M S12733 Old State Highway 27, Pikeville TN
Bledsoe County
burnsfarms.com
Phillip, Gayanne, and David Burns, Sarah Bernard
423-582-7653
The herd at Burns Farms is born and raised in our pastures and never confined to a stockyard. We work with a USDA inspected slaughter facility that allows each customer to specify thickness and cut of beef. We offer whole, half and quarter packages of beef.
C E DA R L A N E FA R M S5007 Browntown Road, Chattanooga TN
Hamilton County
Bryant and Claire Haynes
423-876-7359
We produce food that is free of pesticides and fertilizers. We offer grass-fed beef, eggs from free-range hens, and garden produce. With our home base located within Chattanooga City Limits, we’re working to bring forth fresh food to offer to our local community.
C E DA R S P R I NG S FA R M570 Cedar Springs Drive, Chickamauga GA
Walker County
cedarspringsgrassfedfarm.com
Horace Sibley, J Steve Chapman, Rosalind Chapman
706-638-5709
Cedar Springs Farm is committed to raising quality grass-fed animals in a humane way without added hormones or any antibiotics. Our cattle run on 900 acres of lush grass. Small, family-sized meat packages are available for purchase. Please call Leigh Archer at 706-539-2122 or email [email protected] for purchasing information.
C I R C L E S FA R MCSA
10788 Highway 157, Rising Fawn GA
Dade County
circlesfarm.net
Curtis and Letty Smith
706-398-7049
Curtis and Letty Smith own and operate Circle S Farm in Rising Fawn, GA. They manage 70 acres of pasture and a two acre market garden. Circle S Farm sells Certified Naturally Grown vegetables and fruits, and pasture raised eggs, beef, lamb and chicken.
C L O U D C R E S T FA R M
39 Brown Road, Rossville GA
Walker County
cloudcrestfarm.com
Diane and Jim Johnson
423-827-5320
Our farm is located in North Georgia about ten miles outside Chattanooga, Tennessee. The Farm is 300 acres, mostly wooded, with some pastureland, a large lake and a creek. We raise beef cattle, dairy cows, hogs and chickens. The beef is grass-fed and the hogs range within large wooded areas.
C O LV I N FA M I LY FA R MCSA
1045 JB Swafford Road, Spring City TN
Bledsoe County
colvinfamilyfarm.com
Colvin Family: Steve, Val, Adam, Caleb, Titus, Noah, Faith, Luke, Levi, Charity, Issac
423-447-2833
We are a small, family owned and operated farm that raises more than 50 different Certifed Naturally Grown varieties of vegetables, herbs, grains and fruits. We sell at local farmers’ markets, and through our Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program.
C O LYC O FA R MCSA
100 CoLyCo Farm Lane, Chickamauga GA
Catoosa County
colycofarm.com
Steve, Deb, and Corey Cooper and John and Stephanie Dickert
423-413-1806
Growing food naturally to provide healthy foods for our community.
C R A B T R E E FA R M S
CSA
1000 East 30th Street, Chattanooga TN
Hamilton County
crabtreefarms.org
Mike Barron, Joel Houser, Sara McIntyre,
Trae Moore
423-493-9155
Since 2001, Crabtree Farms has produced sustainably grown, high quality fruits, vegetables, and nursery stock near downtown Chattanooga. We sell produce onsite, at the Main Street Farmers Market, and through our CSA program. Anyone is welcome to learn and work on the farm through our robust volunteer and internship programs.
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farmsC R E E K R I D G E FA R M S1854 Kensington Road, Chickamauga GA
Walker County
creekridgefarms.net
Marvin and Shellee Galyon, Bob Swanson
706-539-2571
We are a family-owned and operated sustainable farm specializing in pasture-raised eggs, pasture-raised broilers, Red Angus beef, and fruits and vegetables.
D E E P - S E T FA R M300 Ck Troxler Road, Normandy TN
Bedford County
Candace Pederson and Anson Hohne
931-581-2856
We are a small farm providing fresh vegetables and free ranged eggs. We believe in chemical free produce and happy animals. We only use natural mulches that can be incorporated into the soil and decompose to provide nutrients to the vegetables we sell to you.
D E L M O NAC O W I N E RY & V I N E YA R D S
600 Lance Drive, Baxter TN
Putnam County
delmonacowinery.com
Barbara DelMonaco
931-858-1177
Free tours and wine tastings. Enjoy simple elegance in our Bella Rooms or on a tour of the facility.
D E V I L DAWG FA R M S
3336 West Nick-A-Jack Road, Ringgold GACatoosa [email protected] Lemley423-667-5330
Devil Dawg Farms is a veteran owned and operated farm. We offer free range grass and grain fed pork, beef, and lamb and are in the process of adding a full line of vegetables. All of our meats are USDA inspected and are packaged to sell by the pound.
D I X I E D O E S A L P I N E S1334 Pierce Hill Road, Dayton TNRhea [email protected] Ensinger434-944-0294
Dixie Does Alpines raises dairy goats using sustainable methods. We sell herd shares, chicken and duck eggs, herbs and canned produce. Our premier product is handmade natural goat milk soaps. We offer a variety of scented and unscented soaps, lotions, lip balms and other skin care products.
D O GWO O D FA R M1211 Mayflower Road, Sale Creek TNHamilton [email protected] Postell423-332-4266
Nestled in the rolling hills of northern Hamilton County is the home of Dogwood Farm. It provides an excellent environment for free range chickens to produce exceptional eggs. The chickens are fed only all natural grains and scratch products with no pesticides or animal by-products added.
D O U B L E A FA R M901 Pennwood Drive, Coalmont TNGrundy [email protected] Ahearn931-235-1605
We raise farm fresh beef at affordable pricing. Our beef is raised without the use of steroids or growth hormones! We offer USDA inspected beef as Family Packages or individual cuts of meat. All beef is packaged in vacuum sealed freezer bags. Taste the fresh difference!
D O U B L E J FA R M S470 River Ridge Road, Dunlap TNBledsoe Countyfacebook.com/[email protected] and Anthony Jennings423-554-3087
Double J Farms offers non-certified organic farm eggs from free range non-caged chickens. We also have Boer/Kiko meat goats and Pygmy goats for sale.
D RY C R E E K FA R MCSA
794 County Road 116 (aka Hendrix Rd), Sylvania TNDeKalb Countyfacebook.com/[email protected] and Meindert Dijkhuis256-638-1842
We produce and sell a variety of vegetables and fruits, as well as eggs. Our main venue is the North Sand Mountain Farmer’s Market in Mentone, AL on Wednesday and Saturday. All our products are sustainably grown without any pesticides, and/or hormones.
E AG L E S R E S T R A NC H
690 Eagle Cliff Drive, Flintstone GA
Walker County
eaglesranch1.tripod.com
Ginger and Burton Brown
423-421-2890
Eagles Rest Ranch, a private facility in Flintstone, GA is USDA approved to sell all-natural, grass-fed Bison meat products, which are widely acclaimed for health benefits and distinguished by exceptional taste. Area restaurants have our Bison on their menu. We also have Therapeutic Horseback Riding for special needs children.
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farmsE R M A’ S B E E S
Chattanooga TN
Hamilton County
423-413-7359
David & Phyllis Reed
Apiary focused on producing: 1 - High quality 100% pure honey from nectar of local flora sources. 2 - Hand-crafted candles and decorative items of pure natural beeswax. 3 - Informative educational opportunities for individuals and groups. 4 - Acclimatized queen and honeybee stocks for use by Tennessee beekeepers.
E V E R E T T H E R I TAG E FA R M
CSA
504 South Cedar Lane, Chickamauga GA
Walker County
415-637-9870
facebook.com/EverettHeritageFarm
Stephanie Everett and Craig Savoie
As a Certified Naturally Grown producer, our crops are free of pesticides and chemical fertilizers. We grow heirloom vegetables using bio-intensive and heritage farming methods on land that has been our family farm for over 96 years. We are located in McLemore Cove at the base of Lookout Mountain.
FA I R M O U N T O R C H A R D
2204 Fairmount Pike, Signal Mountain TN
Hamilton County
facebook.com/pages/Fairmount-Orchard-Inc
Christopher Roberts
423-886-1226
Fairmount Orchard is an apple orchard with many different varieties of apples that we raise. Some of the local favorites are Arkansas Black, Golden and Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Mutsu, Jonathans, Jonagolds, Galas, Stayman Winsaps, Fujis, and more.
FA L L C R E E K FA R M S
CSA
545 Walling Road, Spencer TN
Van Buren County
fallcreekfarms.net
Brad, Dana, Ben, Joanna, Byron, and Mollya Bleasdale
931-946-2229
We are a family farm 10 minutes from Fall Creek Falls State Park. We grow for several local farmers’ markets and a 26 week CSA. We offer grass-fed meats, free-range eggs, as well as a milk herd-share program, with both goat milk and cow milk shares available.
FA R M E R B R OW NS H Y D R O P O N I C GA R D E NS
678 Arch Cope Road, Morrison TN
Warren County
farmerbrownsgardens.com
JB and Ann Brown
931-607-3446
We offer hydroponic lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, and micro-greens. We have a commercial kitchen used for canning and an on-line farmers market.
F L AT T O P FA R M M A R K E T
13100 Jones Gap Road, Soddy TN
Hamilton County
flattopfarmmarket.com
Terry and Diane Hughes
423-332-0678
We have Strawberries, Blackberries, Peaches, Corn, Green beans, Potatoes, Onions, Peppers, Tomatoes, Okra, Cantalope, Watermelons, Squash, Cucumbers, Pumpkins, and more.
F LY I NG T U RT L E FA R M
2263 Yankee Road, Cloudland GA
Dade County
facebook.com/pages/Flying-Turtle-Farm
John Shober
706-398-2804
Flying Turtle Farm, 65 acres located on Lookout Mountain 35 miles south of Chattanooga, offers grass-fed beef and pastured pork.
F O G GY B O T T O M FA R M S4816 County Road 27, Estillfork AL
Jackson County
foggybottomfarms.com
John Langlois
256-776-1499
Foggy Bottom Farms provides Certified Naturally Grown Grass-fed Beef, Chicken, and Eggs, to clients who value the time and expense required to offer quality nutrition. Our mission is to educate our clients as we provide these superior foods for the ultimate benefit of their families and friends.
F O R D FA R MCohutta GA
Whitfield County
georgia-grassfedbeef.com
Mike and Beth Ford
We offer whole, half and quarter sides of Pure Grass-fed Beef. Our beef are free range and steroid, hormone and antibiotic free.
F O R E S T E R FA R M A N D A P I A RY
51 Forester Drive, Rising Fawn
Dade County
facebook.com/derick.forester
Derick E. Forester
706-462-2131
Forester Farms and Apiary focuses on square-foot gardening and we have an apiary. We are also constructing a honey house.
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farmsF OX B LU E B E R RY FA R M
863 Owens Chapel Road SE, Calhoun GA
Gordon County
Dan Fox
706-629-1085
Fox Blueberry Farm is a 3 acre, 270-bush pick-your-own blueberry farm. We are open 7 days a week, daylight until dark, from mid-June through August. No pesticides or herbicides are used on our berries. We use the honor payment system for pick your own. We provide buckets for picking and take home containers.
F R E S H G R E E N FA R M
CSA 5130 Jackson Road, Apison TN
Hamilton County
freshgreenfarm.weebly.com
Jennifer Harrell
423-619-9610
Fresh Green Farm is a micro-farm with approximately 1.5 acres in production. We work hard to maximize the benefits of composting, soil enrichment, repurposing of natural materials for mulch or compost, and using natural/safe methods of pest control. Produce is picked and delivered the same day.
F R O N T I E R FA M I LY FA R M SCSA 391 Frontier Rd, Altamont TN
Grundy County
Michael Raines
931-581-7545
A small farm on the Cumberland Plateau that specializes in hydroponic tomatoes.
G E O R G I A W I N E RY
6469 Battlefield Parkway, Ringgold GA
Catoosa County
georgiawines.com
Patty Prouty
706-937-WINE
Established in 1983, the Georgia Winery is the first of its kind in Georgia. Serving as a pioneer in the farm winemaking industry. Georgia Winery has lead other vineyards and wineries to open across the state in recent years. Get behind the scenes look into the winemaking process as we reveal the sevrets that make us a sweet sensation in the world of wine. Tours are available on Saturdays at 2:00pm and 4:00pm. No reservations are required.
G L O - N - G R O H Y D R O P O N I C S
3488 Lower River Road Northwest, Georgetown TN
Bradley County
glo-n-gro.com
Karen Stofer and Brenda Andrews
423-665-3291
We grow veggies in hydroponic towers using only organic methods. We are presently using our towers to grow cilantro for Mojo Burrito in Chattanooga. Free advice and training is available to those wanting to grow using the hydroponic tower method. We also sell the towers that we use.
G O O S E P O N D FA R M
298 Goose Pond Road, Hartselle AL
Morgan County
raisedonpasture.com
Charles and Laura Ritch
256-751-0987
Goose Pond Farm has been producing and marketing pasture-raised chickens, turkeys, eggs, beef, lamb and pork for the past 15 years. All our animals are raised on pasture, are healthy and thus, are free of antibiotics, growth hormones, and medications.
G R AC E L A N D R A NC H2023 Leggett Road, Sale Creek TN
Hamilton County
Tim and Renee Grace
423-332-3863
Graceland cattle are raised on grass, sunshine, fresh water and mountain breezes. Our lean grass fed beef is high in omega-3 oils and rich in vitamins and minerals. We use no antibiotics or growth hormones. Processed beef is vacuum sealed at USDA inspected facility where customers may pick up their order.
G R A S S - F E D B E E F576 Cedar Springs Drive, Chickamauga GA
Walker County
Leigh Archer
706-539-2122
Grass-Fed Beef and Lamb raised on 900 plus acres of chemical free grass and water. Over 100 Angus cows and 50 sheep genetically suited to thrive and produce superior flavor. We strive to produce the highest quality sustainably grown meat so we can offer nutritious food that you can feed your family for healthy growth and living.
G RU N DY G R E E NS FA R M
CSA 10392 Hwy 41, Tracy City TN
Grundy County
www.facebook.com/GrundyGreensFarm
Michael Raines
931-581-7545
We are a hydroponics greenhouse located in beautiful Tracy City Tennessee. We produce 5 kinds of lettuce, kale, mustard greens, and wheatgrass.
H E A D R I V E R FA R M S661 Griff Johnson Road, Menlo, GA
Walker County
Jay Miller
423-280-6027
Head River Farms was started in 1972. We are currently selling grass-fed beef. We offer farm tours to demonstrate our rotational grazing practices. We also sell cattle within our region.
farmsH O E H O P VA L L E Y FA R M
127 Vance Bates Drive, Benton TN
Polk County
facebook.com/people/Hoe-Hop-Valley-Farms
Walter, Candyce, Aib, Asa
423-715-1697
Generally exceeding organic qualifications, our chickens, pigs, cows and rabbits get fresh pasture, sunshine and spring water. NO DRUGS. Only the cows get GMO grains. Fruits and vegetables never get poisoned and are watered with spring water instead of chlorinated/ fluoridated public water. We fertilize our pastures and gardens with compost only.
H O M E S T E A D B E E F
16919 Andy Thomas Road, Sale Creek TN
Hamilton County
buyhomesteadbeef.com
Sally and DeWayne Buckner
423-332-5671
Homestead Beef is the only local single source (1 farm) beef product available to your family which is USDA approved and labeled with farm practices. Our certified grass fed Limousine cattle are all born and raised on our farm without the use of antibiotics or added growth hormones. Our products are available in Nutrition World Chattanooga, TN and Abundant Living Organic Foods Cleveland, TN. We have an onsite farm stand, and a mobile refrigerated trailer for deliveries.
H O N E Y R O C K H E R B FA R M113 Honey Rock Way, Louisville TN
honeyrockherbfarm.com
Jim and D. Brown
865-984-0954
Honey Rock Herb Farm is located in Louisville, TN. We offer herb, flower, and vegetable plants as well as honey and bees wax products. We’re also at the Maryville Farmers Market.
H U M B L E H E A RT FA R M S
25235 Mooresville Road, Elkmont AL
Limestone County
Paul and Leslie Spell
256-777-9268
Humble Heart Farms Goat Cheese is a product of the Tennessee River Valley. The sun, rain, wind, grasses and feed all come together to flavor our cheese. The “girls” come from a long line which produces excellent milk. We carefully provide the best nutrition with grazing, a custom blended feed and hay. This is the secret to our fine quality chevre (goat cheese).
I D L E W I L D A P I A R I E SChickamauga, GAWalker Countyfacebook.com/[email protected] Carolyn Kilgore, Denise Elliot423-605-0351
We manage our bees without chemical treatments in the effort to breed stronger bees that can fight diseases and pests without a lot of intervention from us. Our honey is pure honey straight from the hive just as the bees made it. Our honey has not been heated, ultra-filtered or processed in any way other than run through a strainer to remove hive debris and wax.
I N T OW N O R GA N I C S
197 8th Street, Monteagle TNGrundy Countysewanee.locallygrown.net/growers/show/[email protected] and Nate Wilson931-924-4539
In Town Organics is run by Jess, Nate, Eli, and Stella Wilson. We are a small (3 acre) family farm located in Monteagle. The main goal of our farm is to provide year round food for our family, and we sell what extra we have to supplement our income. We specialize in year round salad mixes, cool season crops, garlic, and herbs.
J O N E S FA R M
1306 County Road 731, Valley Head ALDeKalb [email protected] Jones256-630-2200
Offers fruits and vegetables.
K E NS I NGT O N FA R M F R E S H
Tony and Judy4274 Kensington Road, Chickamauga GAWalker County706-539-2545
Kensington Farm Fresh is a small family business open 7 days a week, daylight to dark. Visitors are welcome. Our main crops are tomatoes, corn, and okra, with several other fruits and vegetables.
K NO B S P R I NG S FA R MSweetwater TN
Monroe County
facebook.com/pages/Knob-Springs-Farm
Happy Powell
423-744-5738
Knob Springs is a family farm in Sweetwater, TN. We are a growing cattle farm with only grass fed beef.
L A M O N FA R M
3175 Michigan Avenue Road, Cleveland TN
Bradley County
Franklin Taylor, Randall Lamon
423-653-7635
We have a variety of fresh produce throughout the growing season and into the fall. Autumn brings pumpkins, gourds, and ornamental corn. Come see a working farm in progress. You can purchase your produce at our farm stand.
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farmsL AV E N D E R ‘ N ’ RU S T H E R B FA R M
374 Tarvin Road, Rock Springs GA
Walker County
Ivana Patterson
706-765-9945
At Lavender ‘N’ Rust Herb Farm, we offer all things lavender! We sell herbs for culinary use, insect control in gardening, attracting pollinators, and honey production.
L E E A N D G O R D O N G R E E NS
CSA
303 Lee and Gordon Mill Road, Chickamauga GA
Walker County
leeandgordongreens.com
Bob, Joan and Gib Jones
423-316-4038
We use the Hydroponic method of growing in our 5600 square foot greenhouse eliminating the need for soil. Through a custom blended nutrient solution and a controlled climate we are able to give the plants the perfect blend of food, environment and water. We use NO pesticides or harmful chemicals and recycle the water we use weekly.
L O O KO U T M O U N TA I N S U S TA I NA B L E H O M E S T E A D
525 Middle Road, Lookout Mountain GA
Walker County
LookoutHomestead.com
Lori Carter, Jennifer Walls
423-838-9804
We are a teaching farm, working with Junior Master Gardeners, 4-H, and the Georgia Garden Club’s Youth Program and are proud to be one of more than 700 farmers to be Certified Naturally Grown.
L OW E ’ S FA M I LY FA R M491 McNabb Road, Evensville TN
Rhea County
Danny,Bryan, Adrian,and Gail
423-775-5195
Offers vegetables.
M A H A DA FA R M S
1540 Lytle Road, Chickamauga GA
Walker County
mahadafarmsandexotics.com
Mel Koehler and Diane Adams-Koehler
706-861-0982
Offering foods grown close to nature using natural compost and fertilizers, no hormones or antibiotics in meat, produce, or eggs. Hoping to learn and share a healthier lifestyle with our community. Also sharing a knowledge of the equine in proper riding techniques and art for stronger physical, mental and emotional health.
M A P L E S H A D E8509 Ooltewah-Georgetown Road, Ooltewah TN
Hamilton County
Lee and Hilda Murray
423-238-9572
Maple Shade is home to the happiest laying hens in Hamilton County. Our sustainable farm is a great place for free ranging hens to lay all natural, very tasty eggs. We also have pesticide and hormone free, grass fed beef.
M AW H U G H E S FA R M
12800 Jones Gap Road, Soddy-Daisy TN
Hamilton County
Judy Cooper, Reba and Elmer Hughes
423-332-2436
Come on by and say howdy to Maw! She will be glad to see you. We grow all kinds of different veggies and fruit that are picked fresh daily. We are known for our strawberries. Stock up to can or freeze! Don’t forget to ask Maw about exchanging canning recipes!
M AY F I E L D FA R M A N D NU R S E RY
257 Highway 307, Athens TN
McMinn County
mayfieldfarmandnursery.com
Michael and Lisa Mayfield
423-746-9859
We are family owned and operated since 1820. Today, we have about 1,050 acres of land, with 350 acres for row crops and 175 acres for Agritourism, Fruit, & Vegetable production. We’ve carved out a special area for our friends to come visit us each fall, when we open the Mayfield Corn Maze, covering about 8 acres with a twisting and winding maze cut out of the corn fields. We also have a great Pumpkin Patch, and many activities for those of all ages!
M CA L I S T E R FA R M S
110 Highland Rim Road, Fayetteville TN
Lincoln County
Jimmy and Vicky McAlister
931-433-4564
McAlister Farms is a small family farm. We raise red, russet, and white potatoes, cantaloupes, watermelons, sweet potatoes, and pumpkins. Our goal is to produce top quality homegrown produce with the best taste and quality available. We are located in Fayetteville, TN, Lincoln County.
M E R C I E R O R C H A R D S
8660 Blue Ridge Drive, Blue Ridge GA
Fannin County
mercier-orchards.com
Tim Mercier, David Lillard
706-632-3411
Mercier Ochards was founded in 1943. We are open all year long, and we are known for our UPICK seasons and our Famous Fried Pies.
farmsM O R R I S V I N E YA R D & W I N E RY
Eric and Carolyn Morris
346 Union Grove Road, Charleston TN
Bradley County
423-479-7311
morrisvineyard.com
Our vineyard is family-owned and operated. We grow blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, grapes and Muscadines. Some visitors come to pick their own fruits, while others come to enjoy the picturesque view of the Appalachian Mountains and taste our specialty wines.
M O U N TA I N VA L L E Y FA R M2021 Homer Wright Road, Ellijay GA
Gilmer County
grassfedgeorgia.com
Wright Family
706-889-0999
Located in the beautiful Clear Creek Valley, our family has been “Growing Locally Since 1840”. Our own grass fed dry aged beef, free range heritage pork, fresh raw cow milk from pastured dairy cows, and free range eggs are sold in our Farm Store, which is located in the middle of our dairy farm, and open every day 10am to 6pm. All of the baby farm animals at the Farm Store welcome your visit!
N E W DAW N FA R MCSA
363 South Cedar Lane, Chickamauga GA
Walker County
newdawnfarmga.com
Alan and Carrie Chandler
770-570-7395
New Dawn Farm is located in McLemore’s Cove near Chickamauga, GA. Farmers Alan and Carrie Chandler raise grass-fed beef and naturally grown vegetables and pride themselves on maintaining sustainable growing practices without the use of chemicals. They also manage a CSA program that begins in May and goes through October.
N E W NO R M FA R M6313 Blue Springs Road, Cleveland TN
Bradley County
NewNormFarm.com
Kyle and Don Varnell
423-380-8220
A Family Farm Making Local Food Production the Norm - Again! We specialize in delicious Cornish cross broilers grown using the Salatin model. Fresh air, sunshine and no antibiotics or steroids produce healthy, happy chickens with meaty breasts and lots of juicy white meat. We harvest once in Spring, once in Fall.
O L D T H Y M E FA R M S CSA
1701 Grey Road, Lookout Mountain AL
Aaron Solomon
662-202-5776
We are a small sustainable woodland raised Berkshire and Tamworth heritage breed hog farm. Our pork products are USDA inspected MSG and Nitrite free. We carry 8 types of preservative and additive free specialty sausages as well as all natural smoked bacon and other pork cuts.
O L I V E B R A NC H B E E F C O .4700 Upper East Valley Road, Pikeville TN
Bledsoe County
olivebranchbeef.com
Travis and Elizabeth Smith
423-533-4002
We are located in the beautiful Sequatchie Valley. We raise our beef on grass and fresh spring water. We utilize sustainable/natural methods of managing our family farm. Ninety days before harvesting a steer we begin feeding mixed grains, molasses, and Tennessee whiskey mash to reach the point of perfect taste and tenderness. Visit our website for more information and testimonials.
OW L H O L L OW FA R M
CSA
307 Mountain Road, McDonald TN
Bradley County
owlhollowfarm.org
Linda Swift
423-478-2407
A secluded farmstead of nearly 70 acres near Cleveland, TN, most of which is mature forest. The entire property is Certified Wildlife Habitat. Production is limited to 1/4 acre market garden, an experimental permaculture garden, wild nuts and berries, a mixed orchard, and a small flock of very contented laying hens.
P I C K E T T S T R O U T R A NC H
128 Trout Ranch Lane, Whitwell TN
Sequatchie County
Steve Pickett
423-949-8000
At Pickett’s we use only the most natural techniques available to hatch, grow and process our trout. We use no antibiotics, growth hormones or chemical components. Our trout are pesticide free and are only sold fresh, never frozen.
P O C K E T FA R M
CSA
447 Pocket Road, Chickamauga GA
Walker County
pocket-farm.com
Jane Bullock and Bill Scarborough
706-539-2635
Pocket Farm is a small, family-owned farm specializing in a wide-range of spring, summer, and fall produce, as well as naturally-started greenhouse plants and flowers for spring and summer. We are dedicated to a renewable, sustainable lifestyle that embodies our approach to farming and living in harmony with our land and surroundings.
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farmsP O S S U M C R E E K B E R RY FA R M13682 Tonja Lane South, Soddy Daisy TNHamilton [email protected] and Terry Adams423-667-2264
We are just starting our berry farm. This year we have blackberries. They are large berries and are pesticide free. We intend to expand our blackberries this year and add blueberries. We are considering a PYO option.
P O S S U M C R E E K H E R B FA R M
CSA
528 Nature Trail, Soddy Daisy TNHamilton [email protected] Brown423-718-3533
Possum Creek Herb Farm offers sustainably, organically grown herbs for sale via wholesale and retail on the internet, and locally at several farmers markets. Visit our website or call for market schedule. The farm is offering an Herbal CSA in 2013.
P R E W I T T B E R RY FA R M
1085 River Road, Chatsworth GAMurray [email protected] Margaret Prewitt706-695-2261
Open, weather permitting, last week in June until blueberries are finished. (Aug or Sept): You pick $8.00 per gallon or we can pick for you.
P R OV I D E NC E M O U N TA I N FA R M822 New Home Road, Trenton GADade [email protected] and Donnelly Bontekoe423-421-2543
We are a small farm on Sand Mountain working to grow fruit and veggies. Each year we plant a few more trees and berries along with a field of crops.
Q U I E T B R E E Z E P I E D M O N T E S E FA R M14055 Columbia Highway, Lynville TNGiles Countyquietbreezepiedmontesefarm.comprbudd60@bellsouth.netPhillip Budd931-638-2015
Freezer Beef, Hormone and Antibiotic Free. You may purchase a quarter, half, or whole beef. Our beef is grass-fed raised on our farm, and goes from the hoof to your tables. You know the source of your product and are sure of its full quality reaching your table.
R A I N B OW H I L L FA R M93 Bailey Road, McMinnville TNWarren [email protected] and Carol Clarke931-939-3117
We sell fruits and vegetables on a retail basis at farmers markets. We have organic growing practices and are on a program to be certified organic.
R A I N Y K NO B R A NC H10048 Old Kingston Road, Loudon TNRoane [email protected] and Holly Prosise865-556-7548
We offer naturally raised pastured beef, pork, lamb and goat on our family owned and operated ranch. Our pastures are maintained through rotational grazing without the use of herbicides or chemical fertilizers. We sell by the half/whole and by the cut.
R A N DA L L WA L K E R FA R M S
8240 Manchester Highway, Morrison TNWarren [email protected] Walker931-635-9535
Grower of many seasonal items such as: Blackberries, Bluberries, Grapes, Figs, and Muscadines. Also carry various Jams, Jellies, Ciders, and Salsas made from our own produce.
R E D C L AY FA R M
CSA
405 Red Clay Park Road, Cleveland TN
Bradley County
redclayfarm.com
Ron and Cynthia Shaffer
423-596-1145
We are located in Cleveland, TN on 24.5 acres, where we practice sustainable growing methods for all of our produce, chicken eggs and natural fibers.
R I S I NG FAW N GA R D E NSCSA
315 Cureton Mill Road, Rising Fawn GADade [email protected] Steve and Karen Persinger423-991-1187
Rising Fawn Gardens is a family farm located in Rising Fawn, Georgia. Nestled between Lookout Creek and Lookout Mountain, we are a self-certified sustainable farm focusing on fresh vegetables, fruits and sunflowers, as well as, non GMO supplemental feed.
R I V E R R I D G E FA R M1471 State Highway 304, Ten Mile TNMeigs [email protected] and Verlinda Waters423-506-3872
We are a sustainable and animal friendly farm producing grass-fed beef, pastured pork, chicken, turkey, eggs, and honey. Using organic and sustainable farming practices, the soils in our fields and pastures continue to improve and provide us with healthy grass and healthy animals.
farmsR I V E RV I E W FA R M S
CSA 888 White Graves Road, Ranger GA
Gordon County
grassfedcow.com
The Swancys
678-910-2831
Riverview Farms is a certified organic family farm located in NW Georgia. We grow pastured Berkshire Pork, grass-fed beef, vegetables, grits, cornmeal, and grains.
SAU LT O PAU L
314 Walden Spur Road, Chickamauga GA
Chat Jennings
423-991-3702
Saultopaul is a 1100 acre grass fed Longhorn cattle farm in beautiful McLemore Cove. Horse trails and horse boarding supplement the cattle business. Email or call for appointment to tour farm.
S E Q UAT C H I E C OV E FA R M
320 Dixon Cove Road, Sequatchie TN
Marion County
sequatchiecovefarm.com
Bill and Miriam Keener, Kelsey and Ashley Keener, Nathan and Padgett Arnold
423-619-5867
Our farm-raised foods include seasonal vegetables, fruits, shiitake mushrooms, pastured-raised eggs, pasture-raised beef, lamb and pork, and a farmstead cheese creamery and grass-based dairy. We market to the local community through our on-farm Trading Post, natural food stores, restaurants, and farmers’ markets in Chattanooga and Sewanee, TN.
S E Q UAT C H I E H Y D R O P O N I C S AT C E N T U RY C E DA R S FA R M6762 Francis Springs Road, Whitwell TN
Marion County
sequatchiehydroponics.com
Craig A. Depken, Ph.D.
423-942-0777
Sequatchie Hydroponics is the vegetable production facility at Century Cedars Farm, Whitwell, Tennessee. We use hydroponic growing techniques to produce Romaine lettuce. Using the Sequatchie Hydroponics system for growing Romaine, we produce a head of lettuce consistent in weight, taste and color as well as a proper array of nutritional components.
S H E E R L A R K FA R M
367 County Road 327, Flat Rock AL
Jackson County
sheerlarkfarm.com
Sherry, Larry and Erin Johnson; Cody and Bud Fielder
256-632-2465
We are a diversified family farm on Sand Mountain in northeastern Alabama. Our dream is to create and maintain a healthy, dynamic, sustainable ecosystem on these 58 acres in the Appalachian foothills. Through our stewardship, we strive to support our family and to offer wholesome, delicious, chemical-free foods to our community.
S I G NA L M O U N TA I N A P I A R I E S2618 Corral Road, Signal Mountain TN
Marcus Moyers
423-505-3213
Strictly raw honey.
S I G NA L M O U N TA I N FA R M
CSA
Hamilton County, TN
signalmountainfarm.com
Signal Mountain Farm is a certified organic farm located 20 minutes outside of Chattanooga atop Signal Mountain. This is our 16th year offering a CSA and supplying local restaurants, groceries and farmers’ markets with over 60 varieties of vegetables and fruits.
S I NG I NG C R OW FA R M
550 Youngs Mill Road, Kingston GA
Bartow County
youngsmillfarm.com
Amy BeVille
404-625-4744
Singing Crow Farm, a division of Youngs Mill Farm, is a certified organic greenhouse operation growing organic plugs and home garden transplants. Youngs Mill Farm provides organic farmers and home gardeners high-quality organic plugs and plants to grow the local food movement. Since 2004, we have been the “farm” behind your local farmer and gardener.
S O N R I SA FA R M149 Baylor School Road, Chattanooga TN
Hamilton County
Robin Fazio, Maria Vives, Andy Fazio
423-994-6341
We are a sixth generation family farm. Locally, we sell stone ground whole wheat flour, wheat grain, wheat bran, rye grain, rye flour, and pecans.ATM CSA
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CSA
1203 Goforth Road, Morrison TN
Coffee County
www.southlandfarmstn.com
Chris Irons
615-278-4555
We are a small family farm located in Morrison, TN in Coffee County. We provide a summer and winter CSA and sell at farmers markets and to restaurants.
S P R I NG C R E E K V E G G I E S
382 County Road 62, Riceville TN
McMinn County
Troy Teets
423-920-2850
Spring Creek Veggies gratefully provides sustainably grown, non-certified organic and biodynamic heirloom and open-pollinated produce.
S W E E T WAT E R VA L L E Y FA R M
17988 West Lee Highway, Philadelphia TN
Loudon County
sweetwatervalley.com
John Harrison
865-458-9192
Sweetwater Valley Farm is one of the few farms in the country producing fine farmstead cheese. Meaning, we control the process from cow to consumer in order to create high-quality cheddar cheese. There is nothing artificial in our cheese, just high-quality milk and an old-fashioned approach to cheese-making. We offer a vast selection of cheddars as well as specialty gourmet cheeses made with fresh ingredients. Stop by our farm store to see where our fine cheeses are made and to sample one of our award-winning cheddars.
farmsTA N T H I L L FA R M
CSA
3698 Highway 337, La Fayette GA
Walker County
Mark and Gina Tant423-637-9793
Our 100 year old homestead provides rich soil and a perfect environment for naturally growing tasty, nutrient dense vegetables, fruits and herbs. We also have happy, Animal Welfare Approved hens that provide great tasting eggs.
T H E K I N K Y T U RT L E FA R M533 Johns Road, Decatur TNMeigs [email protected]
John and Debbie Fausch423-280-1539
We specialize in organically grown vegetables and fruits. We eat all we can and preserve, pickle, and jam/jelly other stuff. When we and our neighbors have enough, we take the rest to market. Check our Facebook to find our markets.
T H E O R GA N I C M A N
CSA
208 Old State Road, Menlo GADade [email protected] Everette706-266-1563
I’ve developed an organic system of closed-loop agriculture, where I feed my chickens, they help scratch and fertilize the soil, and then the earthworms take the nutrients into the soil. The plants I harvest and sell are sown into the soil and fed by those nutrients. The parts of the plant I can’t sell are turned back into the dirt to feed the soil and begin the loop again.
T H E PAW PAW PAT C H
7600 Sawyer Pike, Signal Mountain [email protected] Dodds423-505-3213
100% natural raw honey, no artificial chemicals, antibiotics, or high fructose corn syup.
T I R O C FA R M S
CSA
450 Pebble Brook, Trenton GA
Dade County
www.tirocfarms.com
Gary and Debi Chambers
423-802-6090
Both of us having being raised on farms, decided to get back to our roots and started our own farm. We plant fruit trees and vegetables. We sell at the local markets. You can get a taste of the farm life by booking a vacation here and renting one our houses.
T R E W O R GA N I C S389 York Road, Ocoee TN
Polk County
www.treworganicfarms.com
Bill Trew
423-338-2667
Trew Organic Farms is dedicated to the idea that the old ways can be combined with new understanding to maintain and develop the existing land and produce natural and healthy foods. We pledge to promote and support a natural environment for our products, our loved ones and our community at large.
T R I P L E H FA R M S A N D M E AT C O M PA N Y144 Zelpha Lane, Rising Fawn GA
Dade County
Jeff Mcbryar
706-398-2333
We have a state inspected processing plant where we raise our pork and beef and process it and retail to the public. We also process for the public. We also do some row cropping.
VO LU N T E E R GA R D E N
400 Garden Road, Chattanooga TN (Reflection Riding)
Hamilton County
David Hopkins, Wanda, Sandy Brooks
423-505-7708
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840 Murrell Road, Signal Mountain TN
Hamilton County
facebook.com/waldenorganicfarm
Alex McGregor, Leslie Smith
423-886-6743
Walden Farm is a family farm on Walden Ridge, TN. We have owned the land and have grown organically on it since 1985. We are a non-certified organic farm using methods that increase soil fertility and nutritional content of the food. We grow vegetables and culinary herbs.
W E S T W I N D FA R M S
CSA
155 Shekinah Way, Deer Lodge TN
Morgan County
westwindfarms.com
Kimberlie and Ralph Cole
423-442-9768
For 15 years, West Wind Farms has produced TN’s largest selection of locally produced proteins. Tender grassfed beef, heritage breed pork, pastured chicken and turkey, grass-fed lamb, and sausages, bacons and hams made without nitrates or MSG. Farm eggs? We have them. And we’re TN’s largest raw milk supplier!
W H I T E I V Y FA R M
CSA
1458 County Road 169, Higdon AL
Jackson County
whiteivyfarm.com
Shawn Schuster
256-632-2881
White Ivy Farm is a 6-acre farm located on Sand Mountain in northeastern Alabama. We use no pesticides, herbicides, or any other chemicals on what we grow. Our animals are grass-fed and free-range, and our plants are fertilized by our animals.
W H I T E OA K VA L L E Y FA R M
6920 White Oak Valley Circle, McDonald TN
Hamilton County
Kevin, Judy, Rachel and Jonathan Otto
423-238-4055
Small, family-run farm which offers fresh vegetables in the spring, summer and fall.
W I L DWO O D FA R M
435 Lifestyle Lane, Wildwood GA
Dade County
Vaughn Sparrow, William O’Grady
We are a small organic farm. We would like to invite you and your family to visit us and stock up on some healthy produce for your table. You can pick your own, or we can have it ready for you. Eating local and healthy has never been easier.
W I L DWO O D H A RV E S T
CSA 19494 Highway 11, Wildwood GA
Dade County
wildwoodharvest.org
Katie and Keith Bien
706-657-3444
Our family run CSA is located 15 minutes from downtown Chattanooga. We plant over 230 organic heirloom varieties of vegetables and over 50 herbs and medicinals. We also raise bees, chickens, turkeys, goats, rabbits, and grass-fed beef. As Certified Permaculture Designers, we love to teach about permaculture on our farm. Give us a call for more information or to plan your visit!
W I NG E D E L M FA R M1285 Sweetwater Road, Philadelphia TN
Roane County
wingedelmfarm.com
Brian Miller and Cindy Tanner
865-717-6222
At Winged Elm Farm, we offer grassfed beef from cattle raised to 3 years of age: great marbling, texture, and taste. We also offer hogs grown out in the hardwoods and fed produce from our garden and a locally milled non-medicated grain mix. We have grassfed lamb seasonally. Come visit!
Z I O N GA R D E NS330 Rippy Ridge Road, Normandy TN
Bedford County
ziongardens.net
Risa Brown
615-653-3347
Zion Gardens is a small farming operation dedicated to clean, sustainable methods of growing. We grow a young leaf salad greens mix and heirloom cherry tomatoes specifically for market. We also grow custom salad mixes, up to 100lbs per week. If you have a favorite mix, just let us know.
Z Z T O D E RY6379 Griffith Highway, Whitwell TN
Marion County
Martha H. Zoerb
423-942-3844
Offers raw honey.
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212 M A R K E T R E S TAU R A N T212 Market Street, Chattanooga TN
423-265-1212
212market.com
Mon-Thurs 11 - 3, 5 - 9:30, Fri-Sat 11-3, 5-10, Sun 11-3, 5-9
Celebrating 21 years of local foods and green practices- located across the street from the Tennessee Aquarium. Lunch, brunch, and dinner with seasonal menus, daily features at 212market.com. Solar, bike friendly, bakery, wine list, outdoor dining, kids menu...and more!
A L L E I A25 East Main Street, Chattanooga TN
423-305-6990
alleiarestaurant.com
Mon-Thurs 5-9:30, Fri-Sat 5-10
Thoughts of opening a concept in the Southside of Chattanooga stirred in 2004. Chef Lindley wanted to explore true rustic Italian, but incorporate regional flavor. Exceptional ingredients imported from Italy and quality produce delivered from local farms make this vision a reality. The fulfillment of Chef Daniel Lindley’s dream of offering simple, Italian inspired cuisine opened its doors in April 2009. BLACKSMITH’S
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BAC K I N N CA F É411 East 2nd Street, Chattanooga TN
423-265-5033 x481
bluffviewartdistrict.com
Tues-Thurs 5-9, Fri-Sat 5-10
Noted for its stunning views through panoramic windows and terrace seating overlooking the Tennessee River, it’s the globally-inspired cuisine infused with local flavor that leaves the greatest impression on guests. Menu items change seasonally to highlight local herbs, produce and meats while remaining true to the unique flavor profiles produced by this talented team of international chefs.
B L AC K S M I T H’ S B I S T R O & BA R809 Market Street, Chattanooga TN
423-702-5461
Sun-Thurs 11-10, Fri-Sat 11-12
B LU E G R A S S G R I L L55 East Main Street, Chattanooga TN
423-752-4020
bluegrassgrillchattanooga.com
Tues-Fri 6:30-2, Sat 6:30-1
We are a family owned and operated breakfast and lunch restaurant where breakfast is served all day. We bake 4 types of bread for toast and make a 1/2 wheat 1/2 white flour biscuit that has become a trademark along with our home fries.
CA F E O N T H E C O R N E R826 Scenic Highway, Lookout Mountain TN
423-305-5513
cafeonthecornerlookoutmountain.com
Mon-Thurs 11-8, Fri-Sat 11-9, Sun 11-3
Using local food is a tradition for Cafe on the Corner. Owner, Ruth Oehmig’s father owned and operated the old Farmer’s Market on 11th Street and she was raised on local produce. Ruth loves the freshness and quality of local food and how it enhances the dishes at Café on the Corner.
25 e. main street chattanooga, tn 37408www.alleiarestaurant.com 423.305-6990
italian inspired cuisinewith the best localingredients
Celebrating 21 years of local foods and green practices
Solar powered
Bike friendly
Live jazzevery Friday
nightWe recycle
VGfVegetarian and
gluten free options 212 Market St. / 212market.com
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence
restaurants
850 MARKET STREET CHATTANOOGA, TN 37402
423-486-1PIE
COMMUNITYPIE.COM
NEAPOLITAN PIZZA
Homemade Gelato
Craft Beer
FA M O U S NAT E R’ S WO R L D FA M O U SDowntown/South Side, Chattanooga TN
423-596-5457
www.famousnaters.com
Tues-Thurs 11-2,Fri 7:30-10, 11-2, Sun 11-2 at Chattanooga Market
Famous Nater’s World Famous believes in good, clean and fair food. Everything we serve is prepared on the truck by Chef Nathan Flynt. We provide Seasonal Slow Food from a Truck and are proud to connect our eaters with the people who make (and grow) the foods that we serve.
C H AT TA NO O GA F O O D V E N T U R E S L L C3950 Tennessee Avenue, Chattanooga TN
423-903-2115
chattanoogafoodventures.com
Chattanooga Food Ventures LLC offers a wide range of catering services from corporate lunches to tutored dinners with wine pairings. CFV provides a fresh, farm to table professional catering experience to accommodate almost any budget. Chef Eric Taslimi proudly offers his expertise to bring high-end, restaurant quality cuisine to your event or home.
C O M M U N I T Y P I E850 Market Street, Chattanooga TN
423-486-1743
communitypie.com
Sun-Thurs 11-10, Fri-Sat 11-11
Community Pie is 100% committed to using Local sources all year round when available.
E A RT H FA R E - T H E H E A LT H Y S U P E R M A R K E T1814 Gunbarrel Road, Chattanooga TN
423-855-2511
earthfare.com
Mon-Sat 8-9, Sun 9-9
Earth Fare is the healthy supermarket and cafe on Gunbarrel Road. Earth Fare is committed to supporting our local farmers by stocking products from within a 100-mile radius of our front door.
E A S Y B I S T R O & BA R203 Broad Street, Chattanooga TN
423-266-1121
easybistro.com
Mon-Fri 5-10, Sat 10-11, Sun 11-9
Chattanooga meets Old World comfort food. Easy offers the best of French Bistro dining: delicious yet affordable, stylish yet friendly. No fussy meals here, just perfectly prepared steaks, fresh seafood, roast chicken, authentic Raw Bar oysters and crab legs, and more. Want a meal to enjoy and remember with loved ones? The choice is Easy.
E L E M E N TA L313 Manufacturer’s Road Suite 119, Chattanooga TN
423-648-9160
elementalrestaurant.com
Sun, Tues-Wed 11-10, Thurs-Sat 11-11
Elemental features re-envisioned Southern Cuisine and handcrafted beverages made with local, regional, and responsibly sourced ingredients and inspired by modern techniques. A deep respect for East Tennessee and the surrounding area’s products, coupled with an inventive contemporary spirit, extends from the menu to ambiance, with an updated interior utilizing reclaimed materials, a wood burning oven, and an open kitchen with massive chef’s counter. Elemental’s mission is to nurture and improve our community’s well-being by creating and selling locally sustainable products that convey our love for food and our commitment to offering a palate pleasing and nutritious experience.
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From our farmers, to our chefs,
to your plate...it’s Elemental.
313 Manufacturers Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37405(423) 648-9160
elementalrestaurant.com
423.265.4615hairofthedogpub.net4th & Market
NEIGHBORHOOD PUBCHATTANOOGA’SEXTENSIVE CRAFT BEER MENU
WEEKLY FOOD SPECIALS with local and regional focus
utilizing local meats, bread and produce
G O O D D O G R E S TAU R A N T34 Frazier Avenue, Chattanooga TN
423-475-6175
eatatGOODDOG.com
Sun-Thurs 7-9, Fri-Sat 7-10
GOOD DOG offers all-beef and veggie dogs, hand cased Sequatchie Cove bratwurst and Italian sausages, hand-cut fries, garden fresh salads, and homemade cupcakes in a fun atmosphere with happy service!
H A I R O F T H E D O G P U B334 Market Street, Chattanooga TN
423-265-4615
hairofthedogpub.net
Mon-Sun 11-3
H E N N E N ’ S193 Chestnut Street, Chattanooga TN
423-634-5160
hennens.net
Mon-Thurs 11-10, Fri 11-11, Sat 5-11, Sun 5-10
Hennen’s is an upscale yet casual restaurant specializing in fresh seafood and certified Angus steaks, using the freshest local ingredients available. An elegant ambiance is centered around the 2,400 bottle wine cellar located in the middle of the main dining area. Hennen’s also features a full bar, patio dining and dedicated private dining room.
I V Y W I L D36 Ball Park Road, Sewanee TN
931-598-9000
ivywildsewanee.com
Thurs-Sun 5-9
IvyWild is a New American restaurant with an ingredient-driven menu emphasizing fresh, seasonal, and local products whenever possible. We believe it is not only an admirable goal, but our direct responsibility to make inroads in the causes of humanely raised, sustainable, and local ingredients.
restaurantsL A CA B R I O L E F R E NC H R E S TAU R A N T1341 Burgess Road, Chattanooga TN
423-821-0350
La Cabriole offers authentic French cuisine in a quaint country setting. Open by reservation the menu changes weekly. Using the freshest and finest locally grown ingredients, your dinner may be prepared especially for your dietary needs. Enjoy a 7-course fixed price menu. Bring the wine of your choice. Cash or checks accepted.
L O CA L 191191 Chestnut Street, Chattanooga TN
423-648-6767
Mon-Tue 11-10, Wed 11-11, Thurs 11-12, Sat 10-12, Sun 10-10
Opened in 2011, Local 191 is downtown’s waterfront bar. Partially indoor but primarily open air, the bar overlooks Chattanooga’s redeveloped waterfront. Modern and smart, refreshing and relaxing - Local 191 is built around enjoying the view, featuring affordable bar food made from locally grown ingredients, and bringing the best of America’s metropolitan bar tradition to the local food scene.
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restaurants
LU P I’ S P I Z Z A P I E S406A Broad Street - 423-266-5874
5504 Hixson Pike - 423-847-3700
1414 Jenkins Road - 423-855-4104
2382 North Ocoee Street - 423-476-9464
www.lupi.com
Tues- Thurs 11-10, Fri-Sat 11-11, Sun 11:30-9
Lupi’s, locally owned & operated for 16 years, strives to carry local products whenever available. All year local ground beef, ground sausage, cheddar cheese & wheat flour is served & local honey used; during the growing season Lupi’s serves local tomatoes, green peppers, basil... Lupi’s has been awarded Chattanooga’s best pizza over & over & over again!
M I L K & H O N E Y135 North Market Street, Chattanooga TN
423-521-3123
www.milkandhoneygelato.com
Milk and Honey is 100% committed to using Local sources all year round when available.
M I N DY B ’ S D E L I828 Georgia Avenue, Chattanooga TN
423-521-7932
Mon-Fri 10-4
Mindy B’s Deli takes pride in making as much as possible in house! We roast our own beef and turkey; make all of the salads in the deli case and all of our sweets. Our bread is from Bluff View Bakery and when it’s abundant our produce is local.
St. Elmo3815 St. Elmo AvenueChattanooga, TN 37409(423) 822-6656 - (MOJO)
East Brainerd1414 Jenkins Rd
Chattanooga, TN 37421(423) 296-6656 - (MOJO)
Red Bank1800 Dayton Blvd
Chattanooga, TN 37405423.870.6656 - (MOJO)
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HOMEGROWN INGREDIENTSOUT-OF-THIS-WORLD PIZZA
Niedlov’s is Chattanooga’s local
independent artisan bread bakery.
Located in the historic Main Street
neighborhood downtown, Niedlov’s
specializes in naturally leavened and
whole grain breads. With a focus
on health and purity, Niedlov’s
uses untreated flours, organic
whole grains and traditional
techniques to keep ingredient
lists short and breads as healthy
as they are beautiful.
215 East Main Street, Downtown Chattanooga
around the corner from the Choo Choo,
across from Firestation #1
423.756.0303 • Niedlovs.com
Breads • Pastries • Sandwiches • Coffee • Espresso Bar
restaurants
P I G E O N M O U N TA I N C O U N T RY S T O R E18381 Highway 193, Chickamauga GA
770-539-2999
pigeonmtcountrystore.webs.com
Tues-Thurs 10-7, Fri 10-8, Sat 9-8, Sun 11-6
Pigeon Mountain Country Store is located at Davis Crossroads on the corners of Highway 193 and Highway 341 in Chickamauga, GA. We proudly serve grass fed longhorn and fresh baked goods.
visitdaily
(423) 5213123
135 North Market st
ChattaNooga, tN 37405
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N I E D L OV ’ S B R E A DWO R K S215 East Main Street, Chattanooga TN
423-756-0303
niedlovs.com
Mon-Fri 7-6, Sat 7-4
Handcrafted artisan breads and pastries and sweet goods; local coffee and espresso drinks; from scratch soups, salads and sandwiches.
M O J O BU R R I T O1414 Jenkins Road #100 - 423-296-6656
1800 Dayton Boulevard - 423-870-6656
3815 Saint Elmo Avenue - 423-822-6656
www.mojoburrito.com
Sun-Thurs 11-9, Fri-Sat 11-10
Beyond our signature burritos we offer other Tex-Mex items including tacos, nachos, quesadillas, salads, rice bowls, many fresh dips. Our menu is healthy, vegetarian based (we do serve meat and seafood), vegan friendly and made from pure and as many local ingredients we can find. Our beers are domestics, imports, craft and organics.
H A R V E S T E D H E R E
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C E L E B R A T E
191 CHESTNUT ST. NEXT TO LOCAL 191423.648.6767
EAT HERE NOW
DOUBLE STACK CHEESEBURGERwith house-made spread
& fresh pickles
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restaurantsS T . J O H N ’ S M E E T I NG P L AC E1278 Market Street, Chattanooga TN
423-266-4400
stjohnsrestaurant.com
Mon-Thurs 5-9:30, Fri-Sat 5-10
Meeting Place cuisine is Chef Daniel Lindley’s unique approach to traditional bistro fare. Located next door to St. John’s Restaurant, St. John’s Meeting Place opened in the Spring of 2004. Expect the same quality and attention to detail as St. John’s Restaurant in a more casual atmosphere.
S T . J O H N ’ S R E S TAU R A N T1278 Market Street, Chattanooga TN
423-266-4400
stjohnsrestaurant.com
Mon-Thurs 5-9:30, Fri-Sat 5-10
St. John’s Restaurant boasts quality, ambiance, attention to detail, comfort and much more typically only found in large cities around the world arrived in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Chef Lindley has been honored with a 2013 James Beard Nomination for Best Chef in the South.
S U S H I NA B E110 River Street, Chattanooga TN
423-634-0171
sushinabechattanooga.com
Tues-Thurs 11:30-2:30, 5-9:30,
Fri 11:30-2:30, 5-10, Sat 12-10, Sun 12-9
Sushi Nabe is one of Chattanooga’s first Japanese Restaurants, serving sushi and Japanese cuisine for 18 years. Chef Nabe creates original flavors with traditional roots by using locally grown produce, fresh fish, and classic Japanese ingredients to bring you an unforgettable savory dining experience.
TAC O M A M AC I TA109 North Market Street, Chattanooga TN
423-648-6262
tacomamacita.com
Sun- Thurs 11-10, Fri-Sat 11-11
Come see why the Chattanooga Times Free Press calls our menu, ‘...unlike anything I’ve ever seen at a Tex-Mex restaurant.’ Open for lunch and dinner 7 days a week, Taco Mamacita features a modern, eclectic menu where the taco is supreme and a full bar with patio. Everthing is made fresh, in house daily (Including the famous margaritas). Located just across the Market Street Bridge on the NorthShore. FREE PARKING LOT! Reservations accepted for large groups.
T E R R A NO S T R A TA PA S & W I N E105 Frazier Avenue, Chattanooga TN
423-634-0238
terranostratapas.com
Mon-Thurs 4:30 – 10, Fri-Sat 4:30-11, Sun 4:30-9
We proudly feature international cuisine - dishes from Spain, Italy, France, North and South America, Asia and the Caribbean. Wine Bar and Full Bar Indoor and Outdoor seating. Located on Frazier Avenue, one block from Market Street.
T E R R A M A E A P PA L AC H I A N B I S T R O120 East 10th Street, Chattanooga TN
423-710-2925
www.terramae.org
Wed-Sat 11-2 , 5-10
P U B L I C H O U S E R E S TAU R A N T1110 Market Street, Chattanooga TN
423-266-3366
publichousechattanooga.com
Mon-Thurs 11-11, Fri 11-12, Sun 12-12
The Public House menu plays to the comforts of good, solid food, while applying the principles of premium food products to a casual setting.
R E M B R A N D T ’ S C O F F E E H O U S E411 East 2nd Street, Chattanooga TN
423-265-5033 x481
bluffviewartdistrict.com
Mon-Thurs 7-10, Fri-Sat 7-11:30, Sun 8-10
Hand-crafted, local artisan coffees, breads, chocolates, pastries and deli menu items made daily from local herbs and produce set Rembrandt’s apart from other coffee houses while creating a truly unique experience for every guest. Each day we are committed to providing the very best in local fare along with friendly service to our valued customers.
Seasonal. Local. Innovative.
WELCOME.
A unique approach to traditional bistro fare
EXPERIENCE. 423-266-4400stjohnsrestaurant.com
2009, 2010, 2012James Beard Award Nominee 423-266-4400stjohnsrestaurant.com
restaurantsT H E B LU E P L AT E191 Chestnut Street Unit B, Chattanooga TN
423-648-6767
theblueplate.info/site
Tues-Fri 7:30-9, Sat-Sun 8-9
As a homegrown Chattanooga restaurant, we are pleased to support local farms and suppliers. We proudly serve the best from River Ridge Farms, Signal Mountain Farm, Sweetwater Valley, Bluff View Bakery, Niedlov’s Bakery, Clumpies Creamery, Benton’s Smokehouse and Stone Cup Coffee.
T H E B R OA D S T R E E T G R I L L E1201 South Broad Street, Chattanooga TN
423-424-3700
broadstreetgrille.com
Mon- Sat 6:30-10, Sun 6:30-2
Farm fresh dining at the Broad Street Grille. When ingredients are grown locally, meals simply taste better. The Broad Street Grille’s Chef Table, the only Chef’s table in the Chattanoogan area, is a unique interactive dining experience for up to eight guests. Let the chefs create for you a Southern Hospitality tasting menu using many local ingredients. Our seasonal menu offer meats, local pork, sustainable seafood and house made pasta entrees. Join us and see what the chef’s have prepared with today’s harvest!
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423.752.8090terminalbrewhouse.comLocated on the Southside
Utilizing local coffee, bread, produce, meats, cheeses, and chocolate
withArtisan Craft Beers
Fresh Flavorful Food
3465
8231
NEW HOURS:MONDAY CLOSEDTUESDAY-THURSDAY: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | 5 - 9:30 p.m.FRIDAY: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | 5 - 10 p.m.SATURDAY: 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. | SUNDAY: 12 p.m. - 9 p.m.
110 River Street (inside Coolidge Park) • 423.634.0171 | SushiNabeChattanooga.com
CHATTANOOGA’S ORIGINALJAPANESE RESTAURANT
Made-from-scratch tacos.
Super-fresh Ingredients.
Ice cold drinks.
The Northshore • Chattanooga423.648.6262 • tacomamacita.com
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restaurantsT H E E NG L I S H R O S E1401 Market Street, Chattanooga TN
423-265-5900
englishrosetearoom.net
Tues- Sat 11-5
The English Rose is a taste of Britain in the heart of Chattanooga. Call for reservations for 6 or more.
T H E M I S S I NG L I N KSouthside, Chattanooga TN
423-762-7966
Fri 11-2 at Fresh on Fridays, Sun 11-4 at Chattanooga Market
The Missing Link wants to bring local flavor to the street food and festival scenes. The pork used in making the sausage is sourced from local sustainable farms in and around Chattanooga. Link 41 processes the sausages for The Missing Link using the highest quality herbs and spices in each recipe. The brats are nestled in a Niedlov’s roll to bring all the flavors together.
T H E T E R M I NA L B R E W H O U S E6 East 14th Street, Chattanooga TN
423-752-8090
terminalbrewhouse.com
Mon-Sun 11-12
The Terminal BrewHouse is a locally owned and operated business. We go to great lengths and expense to utilize local products and services whenever available. Only the freshest foods and finest hops make it into the Terminal and our passion is that only world-class beer and exceptional food make it to your table. - Cheers, The Terminal Gang
T H R I V E S T U D I O A N D CA F É191 River Street, Chattanooga TN
423-800-0676
thrivestudio.net
Mon-Fri 6-2, Sat 8-2, Sun 9-12
Thrive Cafe features a unique vegetarian menu. We are a great place to stop for a healthy, yet filling breakfast or lunch. Our menu features wraps, sandwiches, smoothies and delicious, specialty coffee drinks. We use locally roasted coffee and local vegetables, breads and eggs when available.
T O N Y ’ S PA S TA S H O P & T R AT T O R I A411 East 2nd Street, Chattanooga TN
423-265-5033 x6
bluffviewartdistrict.com
Sun-Thurs 11-9, Fri-Sat 11-10
Predicated on rich, old-world traditions if its founder’s heritage, the rustic charm of Italy is recreated in this quaint, award-winning downtown location along the Riverwalk. Hand-cut pastas, artisan breads, sauces and menu items made daily from local herbs and produce along with impeccable service create a memorable experience that you’ll want to relive over and over again.
U R BA N S TAC K BU R G E R L O U NG E12 West 13th Street, Chattanooga TN
423-475-5350
urbanstack.com
Sun-Thurs 11-10, Fri-Sat 11-11
BURGERS ARE OUR SPECIALITY! Urban Stack takes pride in our community and region. We work with local farmers and vendors for the absolute best quality of meats and ingredients available. We have specifically chosen a wide variety of meats that are either all-natural, organic, grass fed, free-range or from sustainable and humane farms. We are committed to freshness, quality and homemade goods.
W H O L E F O O D S M A R K E T301 Manufacturer’s Road, Chattanooga TN
423-702-7300
wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/chattanooga
Mon-Sun 7-9
Whole Foods Market is a full-service natural foods grocery store and cafe. We strive to provide customers with a large variety of high-quality foods and environmentally responsible products. We are proud to carry a large selection of local and regional products, supporting the local farms and businesses of our area.
12 W. 13th Street H Chattanooga
(423) 475-5350
Southern food with amodern twist.
The perfect place to take in the 7 states view while feasting on
delicious Southern cuisine. Seating available Thur.–Sun.,11am-4pm (open April – Oct).
Local, Fresh, SeasonalSeeRockCity.com
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grocersA BU N DA N T L I V I NG 855 Keith Street Northwest, Cleveland TN
423-614-7885
abundantlivingorganic.com
Mon-Sat 9-6
Largest healthy grocery and gluten-free selection in Cleveland.
C H AT TA NO O GA M O B I L E M A R K E TChattanooga TN
chattanoogamobilemarket.org
Tues-Thurs 9-5, Sat 9-2
We provide access to fresh food for neighborhoods in Chattanooga that don’t have healthy options readily available. Products include fresh fruit and vegetables, and a limited variety of health-conscious staples like bread and milk. Visit our website for locations and times.
E A RT H FA R E T H E H E A LT H Y S U P E R M A R K E T 1814 Gunbarrel Road, Chattanooga TN
423-855-2511
earthfare.com
Mon-Sat 8-9, Sun 9-9
Earth Fare is the healthy supermarket and cafe on Gunbarrel Road. Earth Fare is committed to supporting our local farmers by stocking products from within a 100-mile radius of our front door. Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter (with deals and/or freebies) and our new Tomato Bank rewards program at earthfare.com.
E NZ O ’ S M A R K E T1501 Long Street, Chattanooga TN
423-486-9312
enzosmarket.com
Mon-Sat 7-9, Sun 8-8
We are one of the few local grocery stores committed to carrying as many local products as possible.
M I M I’ S L OW CA R B M A R K E T5023 Hixson Pike, Suite B, Hixson TN
423-877-8700
mimislowcarbmarket.net
We carry low carb, gluten-free, and natural organic products. We have a gluten-free deli and will be opening a gluten-free bakery.
M O O N E Y ’ S M A R K E T A N D E M P O R I U M1265 West Main Street, Monteagle TN
931-924-7400
Mon-Sun 10-6
Mooney’s Market offers a selection of natural, organic and gourmet foods, featuring locally grown, locally produced vegetables, fruits, coffee, eggs, bread and cheese. Our Emporium offers local art, hand-made items, yarn, books, stones, gift items and antiques. During gardening season we sell supplies and plants for organic gardening.
NU T R I T I O N WO R L D6201 Lee Highway, Chattanooga TN
423-892-4085
nutritionw.com
Mon-Fri 10-7, Sat 10-6
Nutrition World has been locally owned for 33 years and supports buying local. Nutrition World carries a wide variety of local food and advocates the many benefits to customers, when they buy local.
V I L L AG E M A R K E T5002 University Drive, Collegedale TN
423-236-2300
villagemarketcollegedale.com
Mon-Thurs 7-9, Fri 7-4, Sun 9-6
The Village Market is a completely vegetarian, full line natural and conventional foods supermarket located in Collegedale, TN across from Southern Adventist University. We have a large selection of groceries, produce, natural foods, gluten free products, bulk foods and supplements.
W H O L E F O O D S M A R K E T C H AT TA NO O GA301 Manufacturer’s Road, Chattanooga TN
423-702-7300
wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/chattanooga
Mon-Sun 7-9
Whole Foods Chattanooga a full-service natural foods grocery store and cafe. We strive to provide customers with a large variety of high-quality foods and environmentally responsible products. We are proud to carry a large selection of local and regional products, supporting the local farms and businesses of our area.
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food artisansB E N T O N ’ S S M O K Y M O U N TA I N C O U N T RY H A M S2603 Highway 411 North, Madisonville TN
423-442-5003
bentonscountryhams2.com
Mon-Sat 8:30-5
We make traditional, slow-cured, dry-cured hams, aged up to 2 years. Our ham is used as a European-style ham by restaurants. We also make dry-cured, hickory-smoked bacon, as well as fresh pork sausage and hickory-smoked sausage.
B LU F F V I E W BA K E RY217 Spring Street, Chattanooga TN
423-265-5033 x481
bluffviewartdistrict.com
Mon-Sun 12-5
As Chattanooga’s oldest artisan bakery, we are proud to provide area residents and local food establishments with the very best in hand-crafted, European-style breads baked daily in the heart of downtown Chattanooga. We invite you to experience the true taste of old-world artisan craftsmanship blended seamlessly with rich local flavors.
C L A R K’ S BA K E RY AT S T O N E CAV E207 Stone Cave Loop Unit A, Dunlap TN
423-949-4333
clarksretreat.com
Sun-Wed 8-5, Thurs 9-5, Fri 9-12
Clark’s Bakery specializes in whole grains and plant-based baked goods. It was founded in order to provide people with healthy natural food without the unnecessary additives found in commercial products. We seek to educate and make available to the community products that have good-for-you ingredients and advice for better health based upon Biblical principles.
D E L M O NAC O W I N E RY & V I N E YA R D S600 Lance Drive, Baxter TN
931-858-1177
delmonacowinery.com
Mon-Sat 10-7, Sun 12-5
Free tours and wine tastings. Enjoy simple elegance in our Bella Rooms or on a tour of the facility.
FA I R M O U N T O R C H A R D2204 Fairmount Pike, Signal Mountain TN
423-886-1226
Mon-Sun 9-6:30
We make Homemade Cider, Jams, Jellies, Chocolate Covered Fruit and more.
FA L L S M I L L134 Falls Mill Road, Belvidere TN
931-469-7161
fallsmill.com/index.html
Mon-Tues, Thurs-Sat 9-4
Operating water-powered grain mill and museum. Stone-ground cornmeal, flour and grits from locally grown grains. Available retail and wholesale.
G E O R G I A W I N E RY6469 Battlefield Parkway, Ringgold GA
706-937-WINE
georgiawines.com
Mon-Sat 10-6
Come discover the surprisingly flavorful wines of Chattanooga’s oldest and most celebrated winery - Georgia Winery and Vineyards. Established in 1983, Georgia Winery is the first of its kind in Georgia. With over 20 different wines to choose from, ranging from dry to sweet, from light to full-bodied, Georgia Winery offers something for every discriminating taste. Bring your taste buds and come on in for a delightful experience.
H O M E F L AVO R S2333 Janeview Drive, Chattanooga TN
423-838-0578
homeflavorschattanooga.com
Offering pastries featuring locally-grown ingredients. You can find us at the Brainerd Farmers’ Market.
H U M B L E H E A RT FA R M S25235 Mooresville Road, Elkmont AL
256-777-9268
humbleheartfarms.com/index.html
Humble Heart Farms’ goat cheese is a product of the Tennessee River Valley. We make a fresh spreadable formage in seven flavors, as well as a fine quality chevre (goat cheese). Like a fine vintage wine from a small vineyard, our cheeses have a special flavor with subtle qualities found only in local dairies.
L I N K 41217 East Main Street #105, Chattanooga TN
For Tom: 423-580-5570,
For Milton: 423-544-4190
linkfortyone.com
Mon-Thurs 9-4, Fri 9-6, Wed at the Main Street Farmers’ Market, and Sun at the Chattanooga Market
Link 41 links rural to urban. Farm to table. Pasture to plate. We create artisan meats, producing a range of hand-crafted products using only the highest quality, natural ingredients. Our meats, herbs and seasonings are always the best quality, made using traditional European methods. Our meats come from animals raised on local farms. Every meat we make is freshly processed and made only in small batches. Pork is a tradition in the South, and we are bringing it back home. For better health. For better flavor. For a stronger local food community. For the love of place. For the love of pig.
L O CA L .1255 Clear Brooks Drive, Signal Mountain TN
423-886-4289
Thurs 4-6:30 at the Signal Mountain Farmers’ Market
Premium baked goods, jams and preserves made in small batches using locally sourced and seasonal ingredients when available. Local. Also sells floral bouquets using nature as the inspiration.
M O R R I S V I N E YA R D & W I N E RY346 Union Grove Road, Charleston TN
423-479-7311
morrisvineyard.com
Mon-Sat 11-7, Sun 12-7
Our vineyard is family-owned and operated. We grow blackberries, raspberries, blueberries, grapes and muscadines. Some visitors come to pick their own fruits, while others come to enjoy the picturesque view of the Appalachian Mountains and taste our specialty wines.
market tips“I always keep my reusable bags
in the car to help me remember.” —JEANETTE WILSON
Farm to Table
FOR THE LOVE OF PIG.FOR THE LOVE OF PIG.FOR THE LOVE OF PIG.
WWW.LINKFORTYONE.COM
HANDCRAFTEDCURED MEATS
P U R E S O DAWO R K S L L C181 River Street, Chattanooga TN
423-521-0326
puresodaworks.com
Tues-Sat 11-7
At Pure Sodaworks, we simply take the finest organic fruits, berries and herbs we can find, sweeten them with natural cane sugar and create carbonated taste sensations like no other. Simplicity. That’s what we strive for with every soda we make.
R E M B R A N D T ’ S C H O C O L AT E K I T C H E N411 East 2nd Street, Chattanooga TN
423-265-5033
bluffviewartdistrict.com
The Bluff View Art District’s chocolatier, Jerome Savin, may have honed his culinary skills amongst the world’s top chefs in France, but his inspiration for exquisite chocolates has deep Southern roots. Infusing the finest chocolates with the famous Benton’s Bacon, local herbs and even Tennessee’s most popular liquors, no one can resist these sweet temptations. Available exclusively at Rembrandt’s Coffee House!
R E M B R A N D T ’ S PA S T RY K I T C H E N411 East 2nd Street, Chattanooga TN
423-265-5033
bluffviewartdistrict.com
Our award-winning team of pastry chefs is recognized for their culinary perfection as much as their talented artistry in presentation. Using the finest and freshest ingredients, customers and buyers are tantalized by the depth and scope of tasty talent that defines the Rembrandt’s Pastry Kitchen.
R O G E R’ S R E A L H O M E M A D EP.O. Box 127, Mentone AL
334-470-8612
rogersrealhomemade.com
Sat 10-1 at the Mentone Farmers’ Market
We only use local grown, fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables within our local area.
S E Q UAT C H I E C OV E C R E A M E RY2216 Coppinger Cove Road, Sequatchie TN
423-619-5867
sequatchiecovefarm.com/category/cheese-creamery
Artisan Farmstead Cheeses made with raw cow’s milk produced exclusively at Sequatchie Cove Farm. All of our cheeses are aged a minimum of 60 days. Currently available are two styles: Cumberland and Coppinger. Cumberland is a tomme style cheese with a natural rind, made in 4 lb wheels. Coppinger is a washed rind style cheese, similar to Morbier or Raclette, made in 12 lb wheels. Both cheeses are available for sale directly from the farm. Cumberland is also available at local grocers and throughout the region at restaurants and retailers.
S W E E T WAT E R VA L L E Y FA R M17988 West Lee Highway, Philadelphia TN
865-458-9192
sweetwatervalley.com
Mon-Fri 8:30 – 6, Sat 9-5
Sample one of our many award-winning cheddars in the farm store. With over 20 varieties of cheese to sample, you might just leave the farm saying, “Cheese.Cows.Wows!”
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community gardensBAT T L E ACA D E M Y R O O F T O P GA R D E N
1601 Market St, Chattanooga TN
423-209-5747
BAY L O R S C H O O L O R GA N I C GA R D E N171 Baylor School Road, Chattanooga TN
423-267-8505
B E T H L E H E M C E N T E R U R BA N T E AC H I NG GA R D E N
200 West 38th Street, Chattanooga TN
423-266-1384 x32
B R A I N E R D BY G R AC E C O M M U N I T Y GA R D E N
4009 Sunbeam Avenue, Chattanooga TN
423-243-3250
E A S T M A I N S T R E E T C O M M U N I T Y GA R D E N
2401 East Main Street, Chattanooga TN
386-451-9003
GA R D E N O F E D E N
4900 Edinburg Drive, Chattanooga TN
GA R D E N I NG F O R G O D C H R I S T U N I T E D M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H GA R D E N
8645 East Brainerd Road, Chattanooga TN
423-933-4440
G L E N WO O D R E C R E AT I O N C E N T E R C O M M U N I T Y GA R D E N
2610 East 3rd Street, Chattanooga TN
423-697-1284
G R E E N WAY FA R M C O M M U N I T Y GA R D E N
5051 Gann Store Road, Hixson TN
423-842-8132
H *A RT GA R D E N
110 East Main Street, Chattanooga TN
423-521-4707
H I G H L A N D PA R K C O M M U N I T Y GA R D E N
1908 Chamberlain Avenue, Chattanooga TN
214-762-2153
L A K E S H O R E C O M M U N I T Y GA R D E N
Lakeshore Park, Dalton GA
706-278-8207 for Brenda Jackson
L O O KO U T M O U N TA I N S U S TA I NA B L E H O M E S T E A D
525 Middle Road, Lookout Mountain GA
423-838-9804
S T . A L BA N ’ S C O M M U N I T Y GA R D E N
7514 Hixson Pike, Hixson TN
423-842-6303
T H E GA R D E NS O F G R AC E WO R K S
6445 Lee Highway, Chattanooga TN
423-240-7222
T H E G R E E N WAY TA B L E
315 20th Street, Cleveland TN
W H I T W E L L E L E M E N TA RY S C H O O L GA R D E N
150 Tiger Trail, Whitwell TN
423-658-5313
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resource organizationsA L A BA M A S U S TA I NA B L E AG R I C U LT U R E N E T WO R KP.O. Box 2127, Montgomery AL
256-743-0742
Sherry Johnson, Vice President
asanonline.org
Alabama Sustainable Agriculture Network (ASAN) is a network of farmers, consumers, and agriculture-related organizations, all committed to promoting sustainable agriculture in Alabama. We are working to improve the situation of farmers in the state and to provide the state’s consumers with fresh local products.
C H AT TA NO O GA A R E A F O O D BA N K2009 Curtain Pole Road, Chattanooga TN
423-622-1800
Clare Sawyer, President
chattfoodbank.org
The Food Bank is a bridge between all aspects of the food industry and locally grown food to those in need.
C H AT TA NO O GA S U S TA I NA B L E FA R M E R SP.O. Box 267, Chattanooga TN
423-595-8348
Butch Tolley, Manager
chattanoogasustainablefarmers.org
The Chattanooga Sustainable Farmers is owned by member farmers who work together to improve their economic future by offering essential goods and services, providing education, marketing and distribution services, and implementing programs to help farmers reach their goals.
C H O O S E C H AT TA NO O GA1000 Riverfront Parkway, Chattanooga TN
423-424-4258
Linda Bennett, Executive Director
choosechattanooga.com
Choose Chattanooga seeks to promote Chattanooga to individuals and families and help connect people who are unfamiliar with the community with the places they are interested in. We promote the things that make Chattanooga one of the most livable places in the community, and the food movement is one of those things!
for more info. on participating markets: (423) 622-1800 chattfoodbank.org
Buy local. Support local
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What iS Farm to Family? An initiative the Chattanooga Area Food Bank has created in partnership with local farmer’s markets in this area. It gives YOU, the market’s attendees, a way to share local produce with your Chattanooga neighbors in need.
hoW do you get involved? When shopping at your local farmer’s markets this year, look for our Farm to Family logo. Then, inform the farmer how much money in produce you wish to donate to the Chattanooga Area Food Bank’s Farm to Family program. At the end of each market, we’ll pick up your local produce donations, which help support local farmers and fill up the plates of those with limited access to local produce. It’s easier than ever to help feed your neighbors in need!
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C R A B T R E E FA R M S1000 East 30th Street, Chattanooga TN
423-493-9155
crabtreefarms.org
Crabtree Farms serves the greater Chattanooga community through education and advocacy programs that teach about growing food sustainably and choosing local produce. In addition to our numerous workshops and other educational opportunities, Crabtree Farms published the TasteBuds Local Food Guide you are reading now!
C R E AT I V E D I S C OV E RY M U S E U M321 Chestnut Street, Chattanooga TN
423-756-2738
Liza Blair, Arts Manager
cdmfun.org
Creative Discovery Museum’s Culinary Corner offers weekly, hands-on kitchen lessons for children ages five and older. These lessons emphasize using locally grown, seasonal foods when preparing healthy meals.
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resource organizationsE V E LY N DAV E N P O RT NAVA R R E T E AC H I NG GA R D E N/ PAV I L I O N2009 Curtain Pole Road, Chattanooga TN
423-622-1800
Jane Mauldin, Garden Coordinator
chattfoodbank.org
We have an onsite garden where folks in the community can volunteer, meet and work. We offer workshops and classes on growing, preparing and preserving food. Our demonstration garden shows how folks, especially in urban areas, can grow food in a cost effective and efficient manner.
FA I R S H A R E U R BA N G R OW E R S1818 Old Wauhatchie Pike, Chattanooga TN
386-451-9003 or 786-202-3686
Brenda Trigg and Joel Tippens
wedigfairshare.org
We work to address food insecurity, poverty and hunger in the center city neighborhoods of Chattanooga, using sustainable agriculture to move residents beyond charity towards self-reliance. Food growing co-op, community gardens, urban farms and the Truck Farm demonstrate ways to eat more economically.
GA I N I NG G R O U N DJeff Pfitzer, Director
growchattanooga.org
We work to promote the local food movement in Chattanooga because local food is better for the health of our community and economy. We support family farmers, farmers markets, restaurants, businesses, nonprofits, entrepreneurs and policymakers who are growing Chattanooga - and encourage everyone to buy local, and eat better.
H I X S O N H I G H S C H O O L AG R I C U LT U R E E D U CAT I O N5705 Middle Valley Road, Hixson TN
423-847-4800 x 245
Lee Friedlander, Agriculture Science Teacher
[email protected], hixsonageducation.info
Hixson High School is the only school in Hamilton Co. to offer a comprehensive program of study in Agriculture Education. Our curriculum focuses on horticultural production and a hands-on, multi-disciplinary approach to learning.
H O M E F L AVO R S2333 Janeview Drive, Chattanooga TN
423-838-0578
Jon Geerlings
homeflavorschattanooga.com
Home Flavors is a producer of local food. We are committed to growing sustainably, and we offer classes on getting food from the garden to the table.
L A PA Z C H AT TA NO O GA1402 Bailey Avenue, Chattanooga TN
423-624-8414
David Martin, Development and Communications
lapazchattanooga.org
The mission of La Paz is to empower and engage Chattanooga’s Latino population through advocacy, education and inclusion. A hallmark of our nutrition advocacy is to promote the incorporation of locally grown, fresh products into daily diets.
L A N D T RU S T F O R T E N N E S S E E736 Georgia Ave, Ste 505, Chattanooga TN
423-305-1783
Sarah O’Rear, Southeast Region Assistant Project Manager
landtrusttn.org
We conserve the agricultural heritage and prime farmland of the greater Chattanooga area to ensure the future of local food and to protect the character of our communities. We primarily use donated conservation easements, through which land is voluntarily and permanently protected and kept intact through the generations.
L O O KO U T M O U N TA I N S U S TA I NA B L E H O M E S T E A D525 Middle Road, Lookout Mountain GA
423-838-9804
Lori Carter, Director
LookoutHomestead.com
A 24/7, real life adventure...showing just what can be grown, produced and persevered on a 1.3 acre, 21st century homestead. Our mission is to educate folks about how they too can gain personal satisfaction, easily and inexpensively, by growing, preserving and eating sustainably grown food from their own yard.
P I C K T N P R O D U C T SP.O. Box 40627, Nashville TN
615-837-5160
Pamela Bartholomew
Agritoursim/Farmers Market Marketing
PickTnProducts.org
Pick TN Products has over 1700 farmers listing their fresh and local products for sale. Visit our website to find local Tennessee grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, meats, dairy, eggs, nursery plants, flowers, farmers markets, CSAs and recipes.
S L OW F O O D C H AT TA NO O GA1037 East 5th Street, Chattanooga TN
423-756-5352
Ann Keener
slowfoodchattanooga.com
Slow Food Chattanooga is part of a world-wide organization created to promote and help keep food good for the farmer and the co-producer, clean for the land and the eaters, and fair for everyone involved.
S O U T H E A S T C . R . A . F . T . Asheville NC
828-338-9465
Cameron Farlow, Farmer Programs Assistant
farmers.organicgrowersschool.org/craft/
Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training, or CRAFT, is a coordinated effort to bring established farmers, farm apprentices, and students of agriculture together for on-farm trainings in the art and sciences of farming. CRAFT is a farmer driven and farmer led membership program, and there is a place for everyone.
S O U T H E A S T T E N N E S S E E T O U R I S M A S S O C I AT I O N1000 Riverfront Parkway, Chattanooga TN
877-807-4885
Paul Archambault, Tourism Director
southeasttennessee.com/www
Southeast Tennessee Tourism Association promotes agritourism with its Fun on the Farm brochure - a plethora of information for those interested in farms and markets, nurseries, gardens, orchards, organic farming, wineries, corn mazes, lodging on a farm and more in the great region of Southeast Tennessee.
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T H E G R E E N WAY TA B L E315 20th Street, Cleveland TN
423-790-0660
thegreenwaytable.org
The Greenway Table aims to enhance and enable the community through the power of food. We host many students and volunteers and works to share the importance of food choice for healthy lives.
U N I V E R S I T Y O F T E N N E S S E E - E X T E NS I O N6183 Adamson Circle, Chattanooga TN
423-855-6113
Tom Stebbins, UT Extension Agent
We publish research based information on the production, marketing, and use of sustainable food crops in Tennessee. There are workshops organized by the UT campus specialists at the Organic Research Farm, including field days for growers.
U R BA N L E AGU E O F G R E AT E R C H AT TA NO O GA730 East MLK Blvd, Chattanooga TN
423-756-1762
Gabrielle Sanders, Dir. of Health and Quality of Life
ulchatt.net
Our mission is to enable African-Americans and other disadvantaged persons to secure economic self-reliance, parity, power, and civil rights. We have a garden where we grow fresh veggies available to those in need. We also work with Dish T’Pass, and support urban and recreation center gardens.
Y M CA O F M E T R O P O L I TA N C H AT TA NO O GA Chattanooga TN
423-266-9622
Bill Rush
ymcachattanooga.org
The YMCA promotes healthy, fresh eating to the Chattanooga community through outreach, programming, and community garden support. We are a partner in Chattanooga’s Mobile Market.
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1. Jake & Jim Simpson, Simpson Farm2. Thomas O’Neal, Signal Mountain Farm3. Ruby Barnard, Ruby’s Gold Granola4. Andrew Gage, Velo Coffee Roasters5. Nathan Arnold, Sequatchie Cove Creamery6. John Sweet, Neidlov’s Breadworks7. Evelyn Wheeler & Eileen Mason, Chattanooga Roasting Coffee
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