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Next Time on Stories: a Good Food Farmer

Sunday, January 4th, 2009
Preview: The winter months may be cold, wet, and sometimes lined with layers of snow, but not all farms lie dormant in the Pacific Northwest region. Anthony Boutard grows food year-round on his 142 acre farm, Ayers Creek Farm near Portland, Oregon. As a diversified farmer, Boutard grows a wide variety of [...]

Freezing Fruit For All Seasons

Friday, August 24th, 2007

Episode 26

Freezing Fruit For All Seasons
An inside look at a plant that freezes fresh, and locally produced fruits for use year round.

Recipes from the episode: Blueberry Muffins; Blueberry Delight Pie

Preserving Food And Friendship

Thursday, July 19th, 2007

Episode 25

Preserving Food and Friendship
It was once a common way to extend food beyond the immediate season. Two friends become involved in the ancient practice of preserving food, and in the process form a closer bond with nature and each other. Recipe from the episode: Small Batch Fresh Strawberry Jam

Call Of The Honeybees

Friday, June 15th, 2007

Episode 24

Call of the Honeybees
Ever since Rachel Carson’s book “Silent Spring” first pierced the American consciousness in the 1960’s warning us against the dangers of chemicals in our environment—we seem to be entering a new, more dangerous period, where the accumulated human effects upon the environment are producing an obvious toll. In this story, another human soul speaks out, this time, about the plight of the honeybees. Recipe from the episode: Honey Sweetened Apple Pie with Lemon Juice

Organic Dairyman- Part 2: The Farmer

Wednesday, May 9th, 2007

Episode 23

Organic Dairyman: The Farmer
Jon Bansen believes that since he converted his farm over to being organic and sustainable, he’s becomes a much better farmer, and built a better business. In this story, there may be important lessons for both farmers and the American public. Recipe from the episode: Egg Enchiladas

Organic Dairyman- Part 1: A Family Tradition

Thursday, April 19th, 2007

Episode 22

Orgainic Dairyman: A Family Tradition
There is an unique rhythm to life in being a dairy farmer. Jon Bansen is a third generation farmer, and owes his livelihood to his grandfather who began the family tradition.

Recipes from the episode: Danish Soup; Gourmet Mac & Cheese

Biodynamic Vineyard

Monday, March 19th, 2007

Episode 21

Biodynamic Vineyard
On the surface, the practice of medicine—both the traditional and non-traditional approaches—would seem to have little in common with the growing of grapes. For Dr. Robert Gross, there is a strong connection between his training as a medical doctor, and viticulture. This episode draws upon the rich interplay between two completely separate fields, each though helping to enhance better understanding with the other.

Recipes from the episode: Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with Rhubarb, Lemoncello Compote; Grilled Asparagus with Goat Cheese Fondue and Toasted Hazelnuts

The Vision: A Sustainable Restaurant

Friday, March 2nd, 2007

Episode 20

The Vision of a Sustainable Restaurant
Creating a restaurant from the ground up is an ambitous endeavor in itself. To base the theme of such a restaurant around locally produced food, good land stewardship, and preserving social tastes is even more grand. Stu Stein, owner of Terroir shares his philosophy on sustainability, and good restaurant entrepreneurship.

Recipes from the episode: Game Hen en Cocotte with Sweet Potato Bread; Dungeness Crab and Fuji Apple with Curry Mayonnaise; Cornmeal Fried Oysters with a Salad of Organic Greens and Lemon-Caper Aioli

The Art of Food Photography

Monday, January 22nd, 2007

Episode 19

The Art of Food Photography
The pictures can be tantalizing. Some even cause us to stop and stare. Join us, for a behind the scenes look at a food photographer and his team as they create sumptuous images out of fresh ingredients that seem to jump off the page. Recipes from this episode: Ed’s Tangy Eggless Caesar Salad; Canning Pears, raw pack; Pear Bread

Journey of a Barbecue Champion

Friday, December 29th, 2006

Episode 18

Journey of a Barbecue Champion
It’s a long road, and it’s not easy, a personal look at a barbecue world champion. Recipes from this episode: Grilled Catfish; Larrys Slaw; Grilled Catfish; Wonder Peach Cobbler; 2 Fat Larrys Rib Rub