Edible Garden to close

I was very sad to hear that after 5 years as a pioneer in local food support, the Edible Garden restaurant will close on November 7. Molly Harris, who ran the restaurant since its beginning, has been an inspiration to us because of her commitment to local producers. A year ago, when she realized that many farmers struggle to make money after the market season ends, she created Fall Line Farms, and with it a way for producers and consumers to connect over the long winter. We owe a lot to her work, and hope that in the expansion of Fall Line, the support in local food will grow.

Below are the menus for the next couple of days. I encourage you to stop by before the doors close- it is a great excuse for a drive in the country, and an amazing meal to boot.

DINNER MENU

October 29 - 31, 2009

APPETIZERS

Hearty Pasta Fagioli with Smoked Ham, Heirloom Beans & Pumpkin on Grilled Parmesan Crostini

$12.00

MOUNT VERNON FARM / INDIAN HARVEST / COLLEGE RUN FARM / THE FLOUR GARDEN

Seasonal Mixed Greens with Roasted Seasonal Squash, Farm Fresh picked Apples, Toasted Walnuts & Cinnamon Honey Vinaigrette

$12.00

MANAKINTOWNE SPECIALTY GROWERS / COLLEGE RUN FARM / THE BLANTON GARDEN / CREEK SIDE FARM / GOLDEN ANGEL’S APIARY

Roasted autumn pumpkin and herb bisque

$8.00

COLLEGE RUN FARM / EDIBLE GARDEN

ENTREES

Teriyaki Glazed Grilled Bison Short Ribs with Braised Baby Bok Choy

$29.00

WILD T BISON FARM / CASSELMOUNT FARM

Chili Pepper rubbed Pan Seared French Cut Breast of Chicken with a Spicy Tomatillo Salsa

$27.00

TUCKAHOE PLANTATION / DODD’S FARM, EDIBLE GARDEN

Spanish Style Braised Pork Roast with Roasted Jalapeno Peppers, Tomato, Onion & Saffron Rice

$25.00

CCL FARM / DODD’S FARM / THE BLANTON GARDEN,

Pan seared Maryland Style Lump Crab Cake & Sautéed Jumbo Shrimp combo with a Lemon & Herb White Wine Butter Sauce

$29.00

YELLOW UMBRELLA / EDIBLE GARDEN

Tuscan Style Butternut Squash, Grape Tomato, Eggplant & Faro Stew with Fresh Baked Garlic Bread

$24.00

THE BLANTON GARDEN / DODD’S FARM / CASSELMOUNT FARM / THE FLOUR GARDEN

Grilled ½ lb Fresh Ground Pork Burger with Sliced Fennel, Roasted Marconi Peppers, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese & Roasted Garlic Aioli

$17.00

AULT’S FAMILY FARM / THE BLANTON GARDEN / MARCH GARDEN / THE FLOUR GARDEN

Be sure not to miss Chef Ed’s Fresh Home Baked Desserts

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OCTOBER LUNCH MENU

SALAD

Seasonal Mixed Greens with Roasted Butternut Squash, Candied Pecans, Sliced Fresh Ham & a Maple Thyme Vinaigrette

$10.95

MANAKINTOWNE SPECIALTY GROWERS / THE BLANTON GARDEN / BROOKVIEW FARM / EDIBLE GARDEN

BAKED FRITTATA of the Day with Dressed Greens

SOUP of the Day

SANDWICHES & ENTREES

Pan Seared Pork Bratwurst Burger with Lettuce Guinness Beer Braised Onions & Brie Cheese on a Seeded Soft Roll

$10.95

AULT’S FAMILY FARM / MANAKINTOWNE SPECIALTY GROWERS / THE FLOUR GARDEN

Open Faced Sliced Bison Pot Roast with Roasted Carrots, Turnips, Potato & Cabernet infused Brown Gravy on Peasant Bread

$11.95

WILD’T’ BISON FARM / MARCH GARDEN / THE BLANTON GARDEN / THE FLOUR GARDEN / EDIBLE GARDEN

Lemon Rosemary Grilled Chicken with Roasted Apples, White Cheddar Cheese, Spinach & Herb Aioli on Fresh Baked Foccicia

$9.95

TUCKAHOE PLANTATION / CREEKSIDE FARM / EDIBLE GARDEN / THE FLOUR GARDEN

Southwestern Wrap with Black Beans, Saffron Rice, Roasted Onions, Sautéed Peppers, Lettuce, Monterey Jack Cheese & Chipotle Aioli

$ 9.95

THE BLANTON GARDEN / EDIBLE GARDEN / MANAKINTOWNE SPECIALTY GROWERS

Roasted Portobello Mushroom, Thyme infused Sautéed Onions, Swiss Cheese, Spinach & Roasted Shallot Aioli on a Soft Roll

$9.95

THE FLOUR GARDEN / EDIBLE GARDEN

CHILDREN’S SPECIAL

Chunky Natural Peanut Butter Surprise with Apples, Raisins & Chocolate Chips on Soft White Bread

$4.50

CREEK SIDE FARM / THE FLOUR GARDEN

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Sunday Brunch at Edible Garden

11:00 am to 2:00 pm

TO START

Complimentary Selection of Homemade Mini Muffins, Crumb Cake Squares & Biscotti

ENTREES ($12 - $18)

Cinnamon Spiced Brioche French Toast stuffed with Mascarpone Cheese & Virginia Bacon with Maple Butter & Brown Sugar Drizzle

2 Toasted French Baguette Crostini topped with a Fried Egg, Fresh Mozzarella Cheese, Hydroponic Tomato, Basil & Reduced Sweetened Balsamic Vinegar

2 Large Fresh Eggs Any Style served with Sage infused Breakfast Sausage & a Sweet Potato & Onion Hash

Grilled 1/3 lb Burger of the Day topped with Bacon, Sautéed Onion, Cheddar Cheese & a Fried Egg on a Fresh Baked Bun & a side of Roasted Potato

Chocolate Chip Silver Dollar Buttermilk Pancakes with a Vanilla Bean English Cream & a side of Sage infused Breakfast Sausage

Quiche of the Day served with Seasonal Mixed Greens tossed with Maple Walnut Vinaigrette & Grilled Multigrain Toast

DESSERT

Chef’s Choice Dessert of the Day with Rostov’s Fresh Brewed Coffee or Tea

INGREDIENTS SOURCED LOCALLY FROM:

AULT’S FAMILY FARM / BROOKVIEW FARM / SHIRE FARM / WILD‘T’ BISON FARM / SHENANDOAH FARMS / MOUNT VERNON FARM / DEB-LYN FARM / FLOUR GARDEN / MANIKINTOWN GROWERS