Bounty: Harvest 2017

HARVEST SEASON 2017

Local Food and Farm Guide

Preserving the

harvest

CANNING FREEZING AND DEHYDRATING

Stocking your pantry SEEK OUT THESE

LOCAL SMALL GROCERS YOUR GUIDE TO

CONNECTING h CROPS TO CUISINE Restaurants sourcing local food

FARMERS MARKETS AND FARM STANDS

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FROM THE PUBLISHER I WAS SITTING AT A long table with maybe 50 or 60 people on each side. The wisps of clouds were turning pink and orange as the sun set in an otherwise clear sky. My wife Kristin was with me as were our adult children, Aly and Andy. We all had some beer or wine (and wine) in us and conversation was lively among ourselves and with our new friends seated next to us.

Kristina Cash, the farm-dinner visionary, stood up and spoke to us revelers at the Heart of Summer Farm Dinner at Happy Heart Farm. I must admit I don’t remember exactly what she said and I wasn’t taking notes, but she touched on the idea of a community coming together around food, and especially around healthful, local fare both that evening and across northern Colorado, as appreciation for the contribution of local farms and food continues to grow and widen.

Bounty Food and Farm guide celebrates this sense of community that is growing up around our growers.

Cheers!

Scott Publisher, Rocky Mountain Publishing.

TABLE OF CONTENTS THE BASICS FOR YOUR PANTRY. . . . . . . . . . 6 LOCAL PRODUCER LISTINGS. . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 FARMERS MARKETS & FARM STANDS. . . . 11 PRESERVING THE HARVEST. . . . . . . . . . . . 12 CONNECTING CROPS TO CUISINE. . . . . . . . . 16 CELEBRATE LOCAL GROCERS. . . . . . . . . . . 18 Publisher: Scott Titterington Editor: Kristin Titterington Contributing Editor: Kim Sharpe Creative Director: Emily Zaynard Advertising Sales Director: Greg Hoffman Contributing Writers: Katie Harris, Lea Hanson.

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COVERING THE BASICS Stock your pantry with local products SCOTT TITTERINGTON

Nita Crisp—Artisan flatbreads www.nitacrisp.com All-natural ingredients, baked in small batches, hand cut and packaged, and delivered fresh.

Horsetooth Hot Sauce—Cinco de Cuatro Spicy Margarita Mix www.horsetoothhotsauce.com Hot sauces, BBQ sauces, and Bloody Mary and margarita mixes. Family-owned and operated.

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Bones du Jour—Fresh-baked dog biscuits www.dogtreatssogood.com All-natural, fresh-baked dog biscuits with organic ingredients sourced from local farmers and ranchers committed to sustainable agriculture.

Raska Company—Raska Ethiopian Sauce www.raskasauce.com Exotic flavors sourced from all-natural, nonGMO, gluten-free ingredients.

Culinary Adventures—Mama Dozie’s Spicey Pasta Sauce Ahh Special vegetarian stock makes this flavorful sauce stand out.

BRYAN BEAVER GREETS ME with a smile as I ask him to walk me around Beavers Market and point out locally made items. They stock scores of products from northern Colorado including sauces, crackers, coffee, eggs, snacks and more.

And many of the makers are customers in his store. I easily find plenty of culinary treats to fill my cupboard. Look for these local items and more at a grocer near you.

Harbinger coffee—Hamocho Waeno www.harbingercoffee.com Locally roasted gourmet coffees sourced from around the world.

Colorado Catsup Company—Catsup www.coloradocatsup.com Catsup, honey and cocktail sauce from all natural ingredients.

Gilberto’s Gourmet Goodness—Old Country Marinara Sauce www.gilbertosgourmetgoodness.com Features an array of salsas and hot sauces made from produce grown locally on Miller Farms.

Wild Zora Foods—Meat and veggie bar www.wildzora.com High-protein, low-sugar paleo meat bars that are high in nutritional content.

Happy Acres Farm—Eggs Brown, cream and greenish eggs from organic-fed, pasture-raised hens.

Rocky Mountain Mustard Company—Controlled Burn Mustard www.rockymountainmustard.com Spicy array of handcrafted mustards and ketchups with ingredients sourced from local vendors.

Wagon Wheel Smoke House— Smoked Guajillo Chile Powder www.facebook.com/Wagonwheel smokehouse Locally smoked spices and rubs.

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Local Producers BEEF

DAIRY

EGGS

FISH

FLOWERS & HERBS

HONEY

MUSHROOMS

2 R’s Farm 19361 Hwy. 61, Platteville www.colorado.com/farm-ranchactivities/2-rs-farm, 970-737-2689

Bee Squared Apiaries 1617 White Water Ct., Berthoud www.bethsbees.com 970-213-3099

Blush Flowers on Vine (CSA) 1428 W. Vine Dr., Fort Collins www.blushflowersonvine.com 970-217-8505

Amy & Ellen’s Grass Fed Beef 181 Lazy D Ranch Rd., Bellvue www.barncatservices.com/beef, 970-881-2147

Big Willy’s Farm 300 42nd St. SW, Loveland www.bigwillysfarm.com

Bracewell Produce 30951 CR 27, Greeley www.bracewellproduce.com 970-225-2949

Anders Farm 8443 US Hwy. 85, Fort Lupton www.facebook.com/AndersFarm-138514266184151/ 303-857-6321 Bartels Farm 3424 E. Douglas Rd., Fort Collins www.thebartelsfarm.com 970-493-3853 Bayberry Fresh (Year-round CSA) 167 W. CR 66E, Fort Collins www.bayberryfresh.com 719-580-3236

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Blue Barrel Farm (CSA) 40907 CR 15, Fort Collins www.bluebarrelfarm.com 970-484-5836 Blue Bench Farms (CSA) 33772 Hwy. 257, Windsor www.bluebenchfarms.com Blue Sky Farm Windsor www.blueskyfarmcolorado.com 970-222-7147

MUTTON

PORK

POULTRY

PRODUCE

Carrie’s Clucks (CSA) 35484 CR 49, Eaton www.carriesclucks.com 970-213-4902 Colorado Best Beef 4791 Jay Rd., Boulder www.naturalbeef.com 303-449-8632

Bucking Horse Farm (CSA) 1957 Jessup Dr., Fort Collins www.buckinghorsneighborhood. com/new-products/ 970-631-8041

Colorado Honey Co. Fort Collins www.beeyondthehive.com 970-405-0709

Buena Vida 8204 S. CR 3, Fort Collins www.buenavidafarm.com 970-305-2182

Colorado Wise Acres Farm 8695 CR 29 1/2, Fort Lupton www.coloradowiseacresfarm.com 303-808-8504

C&R Farms 3620 F Rd., Palisade www.candrfarms.com 970-464-7544

Copoco’s Honey 2020 N. College Ave., Fort Collins www.copocoshoney.com 970-493-2923

Craig Angus Ranch 3785 Mount Flora St., Fort Collins www.craigangusranch.com 970-482-8687

Good Grin Farm 2925 W. Mulberry St., Fort Collins www.goodgrinfarm.com 720-206-7917

Croft Family Farm (CSA) 29060 CR 388, Kersey www.croftfamilyfarm.com 970-371-1378

Grant Farms (CSA) 12155 N. CR 15, Wellington www.grantfarms.com, 970-568-7654

D&H Farms (CSA) 41373 Highway 85, Ault www.dhfarms2000.com 970-396-1182 Desiderata Ranch 4617 CR 2, Berthoud http://desiderataranch.org/ 303-772-9611 Donoma Farms (CSA) 10018 WCR 110, Carr www.donomafarms.com 303-408-3464 Double Dig Farm (CSA) 8851 US Hwy. 34, Loveland www.Doubledigfarm.net 413-427-8458 Ela Family Farms 30753 L Rd., Hotchkiss www.elafamilyfarms.com 970-872-3488 Ewe Bet Ranch 1850 E. Hwy. 60 Loveland www. ewebetranch.com 970-203-4267 Fair Eliza’s Flowers (CSA) 5389 Hwy. 1, Fort Collins www.fairelizasflowers.com 970-214-8983 Fossil Creek Farms (CSA) 7100 Silver Mist Ln., Fort Collins www.fossilcreekfarmsllc.com 970-980-4096 Friendly Critters Farm 3915 N. CR 19, Fort Collins www.friendlycrittersfarm.com 407-766-6049 Front Range Apiaries 4130 Hayes Ave., Wellington 970-568-3533 Gaia’s Farm and Gardens (CSA) 4328 W. CR 54G, LaPorte www.gaiascsa.com, 970-817-2186 Garden Sweet (CSA) 719 W. Willox Ln., Fort Collins www.gardensweet.com 970-889-4922

Green Dog Farm (CSA) 1807 W. Vine Dr.,Fort Collins www.greendogfarmcsa.com

Leffler Family Farm & Local Motion CSA, (CSA) 37414 CR 29, Eaton www.lefflerfarms.com 970-689-2355 Liberty Home Grown Produce 703 Aspen Grove Way, Severance www.facebook.com/ libertyhomegrownproduce 970-685-0500

h-Beef Platteville, www.h-beef.com 970-381-1429

Lindenmeier Farm(CSA) 1409 Lindenmeier Rd., Fort Collins www.facebook.com/Linden meierFarm-163476930377064/

Happy Heart Farm (CSA) 2820 W. Elizabeth St., Fort Collins, www.happy heartfarmcsa.com, 970-482-3448

Living Water Ranch Fort Collins www.livingwaterranchcolorado.com 970-219-8001

Harvest Farm (CSA) Wellington, www.harvestfarm.net 970-568-9803

Long Shadow Farm (CSA) 101 Bothun Rd., Berthoud www.longshadowfarm.com 970-232-6667

Hazel Dell Mushrooms 3925 Carpenter Rd., Fort Collins www.hazeldellmushrooms.com 970-226-0978 Heritage Lavender, LLC 4809 Foothills Dr., Berthoud www.heritagelavender.com 303-514-6504 High Point Bison LLC 68810 WCR 111, Pine Bluffs, WY www.highpointbison.com 970-895-3303 Hill’s Harvest 3225 E. 124th Ave., Thornton www.Hillsharvest.com 303-451-5637 Hoffman Farms, LLC 33177 Pikes Peak Dr., Greeley www.hopsandpeppers.com 970-978-6765 Jodar Farms (CSA) 5100 E. CR 48 , Fort Collins www.jodarfarms.com 970-391-2825 Kiowa Valley Organics Roggen www.kiowavalleyorganics.com Laughing Buck Farm 3724 N. CR 13, Fort Collins www.laughingbuckfarm.com LaVida Greens 125 N. Sherwood St., Fort Collins www.facebook.com/LaVidaGreens 970-744-5558 Lazy Bee Ranch 2503 CR 47, Hudson www.lazybeeranchhoney.com

Lukens Farm 9378 CR 78, Fort Collins www.facebook.com/LukensFarms 303-579-2668 Lyons Farmette (CSA) 4121 Ute Hwy., Lyons www.lyonsfarmette.com 303-746-6266 Masonville Orchards Masonville www.masonvilleorchard.com 970-231-6399 Mazzotti Farms 2628 WCR 49, Hudson www.mazzottifarms.com 303-536-4089 Meadowmaid Foods (CSA) 1333 Rd. 50, Yoder, WY www.meadowmaidfoods.com 307-534-2289 Miller Farms (CSA) 13912 CR 19, Platteville www.millerfarms.net 970-785-6133 Monroe Organic Farm (CSA) 25525 WCR 48, Kersey www.monroefarm.com 970-284-7941 Motherlove Organic Farm 1420 Riverside Ave., Ste. 114 Fort Collins, www.motherlove.com 888-209-8321 Native Hill Farm (CSA) 2100 CR 54G, Fort Collins www.nativehillfarm.com 970-217-8964

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On the Vine at Richmond Farms (CSA) 3611 Richmond Dr., Fort Collins www.onthevineatrichmondfarms.com 970-443-4011 Papa Joe’s Local Honey 1309 Westridge Dr., Loveland www.facebook.com/ PapaJoesLocalHoney/ 970-593-2800

Rock Ridge Ranch 8851 W. US Hwy. 34, Loveland http://bit.ly/2ilnge9 970-663-6624 Rock Soup Ranch 2420 E. CR 68, Wellington https://www.facebook.com/ RockSoupRanch/

Quatrix Aquaponics LaPorte, www.quatrix.us

Sauer Family Beef 6681 CR 50, Johnstown www.sauerfamilybeef.com 970-587-2112

Raindrop Retreat (CSA) 6410 Placer Ct., Bellvue www.raindropretreat.com 970-493-0799

Scarecrow Gardens 2235 N. 47th Ave., Greeley www.scarecrowgardens.com 970-420-0163

Raisin Roots Farm (CSA) 2229 W. Vine Dr., Fort Collins www.facebook.com/raisinroots 443-863-0677

Sunny Daze 901 S. CR 5, Fort Collins www.SunnydazeGardens.com 970-223-7008

Raspberry Hill Farm 13350 N. CR 15, Wellington www.raspberryhill.farm 970-568-7424

Sunray Natural (CSA) Fort Collins, www.sunraynatural.farm 970-980-9393

Red Dirt Farms 609 E CR 70, Wellington 970-817-3679 Red Dog Expressions Fort Collins www.reddogexpressions. wordpress.com

Sunrise Ranch (CSA) 100 Sunrise Ranch Rd., Loveland https://sunriseranch.org 970-679-4200 Sunspot Urban Farm (CSA) 1004 and 1008 Sunset Ave. Fort Collins www.sunspoturbanfarm. squarespace.com, 970-556-5942

The Growing Project at Hope Farms 1601 N. Shields St., Fort Collins www.thegrowingproject.org 970-587-3827 Tigges Farm 12404 WCR 64 ½, Greeley www.tiggesfarm.com 970-576-8970 Top Notch All Natural Meats Pierce www.topnotchmeats.com 970-834-1449 Von Trotha-Firestien Farm at Bracewell 30951 WCR 27, Greeley www.bracewellfarm.com 970-686-2338 Westbridge Farms 1225 Blue Spruce Dr., Fort Collins www.westbridgefarms.com 970-988-0579 WiseAcres Greenhouse 3545 W. O St., Greeley www.facebook.com/WiseAcresGreenhouse-288246033683/ 970-302-8880 Wooly Goat Farms(CSA) 117 S. Taft Hill Rd., Fort Collins www.woollygoatfarm.com 970-599-4756

Sylvan Dale Ranch 2939 N. CR 31D, Loveland www.sylvandale.com 970-667-3915

CORN MAZES & PUMPKIN PATCHES Anderson Farms 6728 County Rd. 3 1/4 Erie www.andersonfarms.com Bartels Farm 3424 E. Douglas Rd. Fort Collins www.thebartelsfarm.com Fritzler Corn Maze 20861 County Rd. 33 La Salle www.fritzlermaze.com Harvest Farm 4240 E. County Rd. 66 Wellington www.harvestfarm.net Miller Farm 13912 County Rd. 19 Platteville www.millerfarms.net

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Northern Colorado Corn Maze 2318 S. County Rd. 5 Fort Collins www.nococornmaze.com Something From the Farm 8020 S. Timberline Rd. Fort Collins www.somethingfromthefarm.com Tigges Farm 12404 WCR 64½, Greeley 80631 www.tiggesfarm.com Rock Creek Farm Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze 2005 South 112th Street Broomfield www.rockcreekfarm.com Osborn Farm 1230 S. Boise Ave. Loveland www.osborn.farm/#pumpkins

Rocky Mountain Pumpkin Patch 9059 Ute Hwy, Longmont www.rockymtnpumpkinranch.com May Farms 64001 US Highway 36, Byers www.mayfarms.com Crazed Corn Field Maze Colorado Pumpkin Patch 104th Ave. and Riverdale Rd. Thornton CrazedCornFieldMaze.com Ollin Farms 8627 N. 95th St., Longmont www.ollinfarms.com Johnstown Straw Maze 3418 SE 25 Frontage Rd. Johnstown www.strawmaze.com/johnstown

Farmers

MARKETS Berthoud Local Farmers Market Fickel Park in downtown Berthoud Saturdays, 9am-1pm, June 24-Sept. 30 www.berthoudlocal.org/farmers-market/

Downtown Mead Farmers Market Mead Town Park Sundays, 10am-1pm, June 26-Sept. 25 www.townofmead.org

CAMC Fort Collins Farmers Market Harmony Road and Lemay Avenue In front of Ace Hardware Sundays, 11am-3pm, May 1-mid Nov. (weather permitting) Wednesdays, 11am-3pm, June 15-Sept. www.fortcollinsfm.com

Drake Road Farmers Market 802 W. Drake Rd., Fort Collins Saturdays, 10am-1pm, April 22-Sept. 30 www.drakeroadfarmersmarket.com

CAMC Loveland Farmers Market 3133 N. Garfield Ave. (Hwy. 287) In front of Hobby Lobby Saturdays, 9am-1pm, June 4-Sept.

Tuesdays, 11am-3pm, June 7-Oct. www.fortcollinsfm.com City of Loveland Farmers Market at Fairgrounds Park 700 S. Railroad Ave. Sundays, 9am-1:30pm, June 25-Sept. 24 www.cityofloveland.org/farmersmarket

Erie Farmers Market Briggs Street in downtown Erie Thursdays, 5-8pm, May 18-Sept. 22 http://realfarmersmarketco.com/erie-farmersmarket/ Estes Valley Farmers Market Bond Park on E. Elkhorn Ave. Thursdays, 8am-1pm, June 1-Sept. www.facebook.com/EstesValleyFarmersMarket Greeley Farmers Market at the Depot 902 7th Ave. Saturdays, 8am-1pm, May 20-Sept. 30 www.greeleygov.com/fm

FARM STANDS Anders Farm 8443 US Hwy. 8, Fort Lupton www.facebook.com/AndersFarm-138514266184151/ Bartels Farm 3424 E. Douglas Rd., Fort Collins www.thebartelsfarm.com Blue Bench Farm 33772 Hwy. 257, Windsor www.bluebenchfarms.com Carrie’s Clucks 35484 CR 49, Eaton www.carriesclucks.com

It’s the best day of the week... that day you get to wander around the Farmers Market and check out all the fresh produce.

Or maybe you go for the fresh plants for your garden or the meats and breads and sauces and other locally made products.

Stop by some of these markets.

Johnstown Milliken Farmers Market Tuesdays, 3-6pm, Senior Life parking lot, 401 Broad St., June 13-Oct. 27 Fridays, 9am-2pm, at Central Park on Main and Franklin Streets, May 12-Oct. 27 www.facebook.com/Johnstown-FarmersMarket-131268183573123/ Larimer County Farmers Market 200 S. Oak St., Fort Collins Saturdays, 8am-12noon, May 20-Oct. 28 www.larimercountyfarmersmarket.org Louisville Farmers Market 824 Front St., Louisville Saturdays, 9am-1pm, May 20-Oct. 14 www.realfarmersmarketco.com Wellington Farmers Market Centennial Park, 3815 Harrison Ave. Thursdays, 4-8pm, June 20-Oct. 20 www.wellingtoncofarmersmarket.org

Something about being on a farm just feels good. The pace feels relaxed and your interactions, maybe, more genuine. So swing by a farm stand soon and pick up some deliciousness while you’re at it.

Garden Sweet 719 W. Willox Ln., Fort Collins www.gardensweet.com

Hoffman Farms, LLC 3545 W. 0 St., Greeley www.hopsandpeppers.com

Ollin Farms 8627 N. 95th St., Longmont www.ollinfarms.com

Good Grin Farm 2925 W. Mulberry St., Fort Collins www.goodgrinfarm.com

Jessup Farm Artisan Village Pop-Up Farm Stand 1957 Jessup Dr., Fort Collins www.jessupfarm.com/ events-1/2017/6/4/pop-up-farmstand

On the Vine at Richmond Farms 3611 Richmond Dr., Fort Collins www.onthevineatrichmondfarms. com

Green Dog Farm Fort Collins www.greendogfarmcsa.com Happy Heart Farm 2820 W. Elizabeth St., Fort Collins www.happyheartfarmcsa.com

Desiderata Ranch 4617 CR 2, Berthoud http://desiderataranch.org/

Hazel Dell Mushrooms 3925 E. CR 32 (Carpenter Rd.), Fort Collins www.hazeldellmushrooms.com

Gaia’s Farm and Gardens 4328 W. CR 54G, Laporte www.gaiascsa.com

Heritage Lavender 4809 Foothills Dr., Berthoud www.heritagelavender.com

Jodar Farms 5100 E. CR 48, Fort Collins www.jodarfarms.com Long Shadow Farm 101 Bothun Rd., Berthoud www.longshadowfarm.com Native Hill Farm 2100 W. CR 54G, Fort Collins www.nativehillfarm.com

Papa Joe’s Honey 4855 W. Eisenhower Blvd., Loveland www.facebook.com/ PapaJoesLocalHoney Red Dirt Farms 609 E. CR 70, Wellington Sunny Daze 901 S. CR 5, Fort Collins www.sunnydazegardens.com Tigges Farm 12404 CR 64½, Greeley www.tiggesfarm.com

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Preserving THE

Harvest KATIE HARRIS

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Can safely THE ONLY THING BETTER than feasting on fresh, homegrown produce each summer is savoring the fruits (and veggies) of your labor all year long.

Food preservation, the act of preventing microorganisms from growing, thus preventing food-borne illness, can be accomplished through a number of processes. The most common and user-friendly are freezing, dehydrating and canning.

Freezing is a simple and straightforward process which typically involves blanching vegetables by placing them in boiling water for a short time, then bringing to a rapid cool. After chilling, the vegetables should be stored in the

Find help at these locations “Not all information on websites and in books is safe,” says Edie McSherry, a CSU Extension agent in the Larimer County office for food safety and food preservation education programs, “It’s important to look for tested, up-to-date recipes and instructions from credible sources.”

Supplies to help preservers get started can be purchased locally at grocery stores, kitchen supply stores and box stores or online. McSherry recommends the following websites, all of which offer troves of information for aspiring food preservers: Ball brand website—www.freshpreserving.com National Center for Home Food Preservation—www.nchfp.uga.edu Colorado State University Extension—www.extension.colostate.edu/publications-2/

freezer in airtight containers to prevent the formation of ice crystals and freezer burn. Many varieties of fruit can be frozen in a single layer on a baking sheet before packaging.

Edie McSherry, a CSU Extension agent in the Larimer County office for food safety and food preservation education programs says freezing is an ideal method when aiming to maintain the consistency of certain foods, for example, when preserving peaches to make a pie over the winter.

The dehydrating method can be accomplished using a home oven or a dehydrator. The process involves removing the moisture from food by heating it

for a long period of time at a low temperature to prevent the growth of microorganisms. McSherry recommends this method when making food items such as jerky for a backpacking trip.

Canning can be a slightly trickier method. Acidic foods such as tomatoes, fruits, relishes, jams and jellies don’t carry the risk of botulism when processed correctly through boiling water baths.

For non-acidic foods, including most vegetables, pressure canning is required.

According to McSherry, each method requires great attention to detail to be successful.

“It’s really important to know your altitude and adjust accordingly or call

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the Larimer County Extension office for help when canning,” says McSherry.

“Anywhere above 1000 feet requires canning processes to be adjusted. Our boiling point is lower so we add time during the boiling water bath, and we add pressure to compensate for our lower atmospheric pressure. This is really critical for safety.”

However, despite the greater challenges with canning, McSherry says it’s a popular method because it doesn’t require electricity in storage the way freezing does, and it opens the door to a wide range of food preservation possibilities.

“I recommend that a beginner start with something simple, like a jam,” she

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says. “They quickly learn that they can move on to pickles, canned fruit and other items because they all use the same method.”

According to McSherry, the most important thing to remember when preserving food is to find reliable information (see sidebar).

McSherry and a group of Master Food Safety Advisor volunteers from the Larimer County Extension are available every Saturday from 8am-noon at the Larimer County Farmer’s Market in Old Town Fort Collins to answer questions and offer guidance in all aspects of food preservation. McSherry can also be reached by phone at 970-498-6000 or

by email at emcsherry@larimer.org.

In addition, the Larimer County Extension offers classes all summer long on topics related to food preservation. To view and register for classes visit www. larimer.colostate.edu/food/food.shtml.

With most methods of food preservation, the recommended shelf life is approximately one year, as foods begin to lose their color and nutritional quality after that time.

“Preserving foods by freezing, dehydrating and canning makes them safe to keep in the freezer or on a pantry shelf,” says McSherry. “By understanding these methods we can enjoy produce throughout the year.”

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Connecting Crops to Cuisine Eating locally doesn’t have to stop when you leave your kitchen. Here’s a select listing of restaurants and food trucks that include locally produced food in their menus: Ace Gillett’s www.acegillets.com, 970-449-4797 239 S. College Ave., Fort Collins Underground bar offering small plates and mains, cocktails and live jazz music.

FoCo Café www.fococafe.org 225 Maple St., Fort Collins Nonprofit, lunch spot that makes healthy meals accessible to all.

Austin’s American Grill www.austinsamericangrill.com 100 W. Mountain Ave., Fort Collins, 970-224-9691 2815 E. Harmony Rd., Fort Collins, 970-267-6532 American dishes with Southwestern touches, casual with a sidewalk cafe.

Jay’s Bistro www.jaysbistro.net, 970-482-1876 135 W. Oak St., Fort Collins Swanky, American eatery filled with art, seasonal fare and live jazz.

Café Vino www.cafevino.com, 970-212-3399 1200 S. College Ave., Fort Collins Wine bar serving tapas, cocktails and craft beers.

Chimney Park www.chimneypark.com, 970-686-1477 406 Main St., Windsor Fine dining with menu that reflects seasonality and items produced in NoCo. Crooked Cup www.thecrookedcup.com 970-484-7375 147 W. Oak St. #101, Fort Collins Locally roasted coffee, full bakery and breakfast.

Door 222 www.door222.com, 970-541-3020 222 E. 4th St. #100, Loveland Adventurous tapas, plus wine, beer and cocktails.

FCB Modern Tavern www.fortcollinsbrewery.com 970-472-1499 1020 E. Lincoln Ave., Fort Collins Microbrewery and tavern serving fresh, locally sourced comfort food.

Fish Restaurant www.fishmkt.com, 970-599-3817 150 W. Oak St., Fort Collins Sustainable seafood dishes and local products. On-site fish market.

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Jax Fish House www.jaxfortcollins.com 970-682-2275 123 N. College Ave., Fort Collins Serving up fresh, sustainable seafood alongside local produce.

Linden Street Café www.lindenstreetcafe.com 970-493-9683 255 Linden St., Fort Collins Fair trade organic beans roasted locally, house-made baked goods, breakfast and lunch menu.

Locality Kitchen & Bar www.localityfoco.com, 970-568-8351 2350 E. Harmony Rd., Fort Collins A locally owned, farm-to-table restaurant focusing on freshly crafted cuisine.

Mugs Coffee Lounge www.mugscoffeelounge.com 970-472-6847 306 W. Laurel St., Fort Collins 261 S. College Ave., Fort Collins Fair trade, organic, home-grown, local coffee and food.

Restaurant 415 www.thefourfifteen.com 970-407-0415 415 S. Mason St., Fort Collins Featuring locally sourced ingredients plus vegan and gluten-free menus.

Tasty Harmony www.tastyharmony.com 970-689-3234 160 W. Oak St., Fort Collins Veggie and vegan fare served with a laid-back vibe.

The Colorado Room www.thecoloradoroom.com 970-682-1163 642 S. College Ave., Fort Collins Colorado food, beer and spirits, art, artesian goods, music, more.

The Cooking Studio www.facebook.com/ TheCookingStudioFC/, 720-839-2417 123 N. College Ave., Fort Collins Cooking school dedicated to engaging with simple and fresh ingredients.

The Farmhouse at Jessup Farm www.farmhousefc.com, 970-631-8041 1957 Jessup Dr., Fort Collins Casual farmhouse eatery and backyard farm delivering seasonal Colorado fare.

The Gold Leaf www.thegoldleafcollective.com 120 W. Laurel St., Fort Collins An exceptional dining experience that showcases northern Colorado’s unique and vastly diverse flavors.

The Kitchen www.thekitchenbistros.com/fortcollins, 970-568-8869 100 N. College Ave., Fort Collins Garden-to-table American meals in an eco-friendly urban space.

The Moothouse www.themoothouse.com 970-226-2121 2626 S. College Ave., Fort Collins Modern English pub, local craft beers.

Revolution Market www.revolutionmarkets.com 130 W. Olive St., Fort Collins Locally sourced groceries, deli, takeand-bake dinners.

The Waffle Lab www.wafflelab.com, 970-232-9433 130 W. Olive St., Ste. D, Fort Collins Gourmet Belgian-style Liège waffles with sweet and savory combinations.

Wapiti Colorado Pub www.thewapitipub.com, 970-635-1985 701 N. Clubhouse Dr., Loveland Breathtaking views, home-grown food and craft beers and wine.

Welsh Rabbit Bistro www.thewelshrabbit.com/bistro, 970232-9521 Unit B, 200 Walnut St, Fort Collins Wine and cheese bistro experience with Old World charm.

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CELEBRATE LOCAL SMALL GROCERS

Support local producers and discover new tastes LEA HANSON GOING GROCERY SHOPPING isn’t everyone’s favorite activity, but we all have to do it. Visiting the major chain grocer may be the easiest way to get your groceries, but it’s not always the best. Shopping at a local grocery store rather than a chain provides both you and your community with many benefits you may not realize.

KEEP YOUR MONEY IN THE COMMUNITY

For every $1,000 a shopper spends at their local food co-op, $1,604 in economic activity is generated in their local economy—$239 more than if they had spent that same $1,000 at a conventional grocer.

your money goes a lot further; you’re supporting a local business, family, and community hub.

EXPERIENCE BETTER SERVICE

Often, local grocery stores are smaller, filled with fewer distractions, have shorter lines, and are run by a team of professionals who have specialized knowledge about the products they offer.

In the next 60 days, visit and buy from each of these local grocers in northern Colorado:

e Revolution Market

1 30 W. Olive Street, Unite B, Fort Collins

BUY LOCAL PRODUCTS

Where conventional grocers work with an average of 65 local farmers and food producers, food co-ops work with an average of 157.

fter selling locally sourced, natural, A handmade ice pops for just over a year, this market expanded to offer more local products and gourmet foods in a small, friendly marketplace.

Revolution Market uses the best produce, meats, and dairy Colorado has to offer both at the deli and made-toorder food counter.

DISCOVER NEW PRODUCTS AND PEOPLE

e Beavers Super Market

Not only are local grocers packed with local goods, but also with local people.

Shopping locally is a great way to meet new people in your community.

SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

When you shop at a local business,

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1100 W. Mountain Ave., Fort Collins

wned locally since 1976, Beavers O is the last remaining locally owned, full-service grocery store in Fort Collins. Local specialties they carry include meats (including local bison and homemade sausage), Morning

Fresh Dairy Products, and local breads and baked goods.

e Fort Collins Food Co-Op 250 E. Mountain Ave.

is co-op has been committed to ‘loTh cal’ since its early days as a buying club.

What started as a way for individuals to have access to local, organic, healthy choices has grown today to a full-service grocery store still striving to always provide the best options for its community.

e Winter Farmers’ Market

aturdays 9am – 1pm beginning in OctoS ber, Opera Galleria, 123 N. College Ave., Fort Collins

endors sell late-season produce, V grass-fed meats, eggs, mushrooms, cheese, wine, jams and juices, salsas and sauces, baked goods, sweets, and locally made handcrafts. Face painting for kids combined with live, local music make it fun for everyone.

e Farmer’s Pantry, LLC 931 16th St., Greeley

e idea of a commissary kitchen Th transitioned to a market-style approach. This grocer brings in a variety of guests searching for the next best things produced in Colorado. Features 86 local products from Colorado cities and surrounding Greeley farms.

LOCALITY KITCHEN AND BAR is a

locally-owned, farm-to-table restaurant focusing on local products and freshly crafted cuisine.

Open at 11am Daily Sunday Brunch 9am-3pm Happy Hour M-F 3-6

Executive Chef Matt Smith Owners Jim & Jennie Edwards of Next Door/Door 222 in Loveland

2350 East Harmony Road, Fort Collins, CO 80528 | 970-568-8351 | Localityfoco.com | Download the NoWait app to skip the line

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