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Local Food Events
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FRANK WRIGHT SUPERVISES SAUSAGE MAKING"THE WHOLE HOG" CLASS & EAGLE BLUFF
LOCAL DINNER EARNED RAVE REVIEWS
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Watch for a future edition of Introduction to Local Meat - The Whole Hog. Locals Frank Wright and Peggy Hanson led a stunning up-close workshop on the processing a half hog and the making of your own cured pork (charcuterie), including key tips on supplies, sources and recipes. If you'd be interested in the next session, contact Megan to be added to a future class notice: 507-467-2944 or email: cramermeg@LanesboroLocal.org
Culinary Pioneer & Chef Monique Hooker
 
Dinner of the Bluff - Chef Monique Jamet Hooker picked up where “The Whole Hog" class left off. "So funny! So wise!" The reviews of this culinary pioneer's down-to-earth advice on cooking with local meat were over the moon. Eagle Bluff's meal of locally produced, intelligently prepared foods was proof we in SE MN are fully capable of feeding ourselves well.
 
 
WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS!
QUARTER/quarter - Affordable, quality local food. That's what's on the menu at Steve Larson's new restaurant, QUARTER/quarter, which opened this month in Harmony. Steve aims to create a setting and a menu that draws customers back often - enjoy appetizer, main course and dessert for under $20 a person. Everything is made on site, including breads and sauces that bring a home-cooked meal to life. Signature sandwiches under $8. Soup, salads and desserts, all under $4. Lunch served in 60-seat main dining area, Thursday through Monday from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Dinner menu features $4 appetizers portioned to mix, match, share. Entrees like Not Your Mother's Meatloaf or local Roast of My Own slow-cooked pot roast. Value-priced wines and beer in the wine bar, which seats 25  - open for drinks, appetizers and desserts Thursdays, Sundays and Mondays 4 - 9 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 4 - 10 p.m. During the growing season, Steve's wife Lisa tends their 16,000-sq.-ft. garden which will be the source of much of QUARTER/quarter 's organic produce. Reservations recommended: 507-886-5500. Details: www.quarterquarter.com

 Old Village Hall
OLD VILLAGE HALL RESTAURANT & PUB - Nestled in the heart of bluff 
Country in Lanesboro, MN. Join Jon and Sarah Pieper for a fine dining experience in a casual setting. Choose seating on the spacious deck overlooking the Root River Bike Trail or in the cozy upstairs dining room. Enjoy homemade breads and soups, pastas and fine entree choices, but remember, like all local foods, the menu changes seasonally, so come and try our most current dishes. And don't skip this establishment's exceptional desserts.
 


Vintage ChicVINTAGE CHIC - Kirsten Wyffels got into her jewelry "business" after attending the Junk Bonanza in Shakopee this past September. "I really didn't get started into the creating and designing until December and this has just exploded! I started making pendants and rings out of buttons but have expanded into using vintage jewelry or even both!" Kirsten's  jewelry makes unique gifts, for special occasions, or for spicing up an outfit.
 
NEWS FROM ESTABLISHED MEMBERS
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- 2010 KICK-OFF!!! Saturday March 20th 10:00, at the Lanesboro Community Center. Meet and greet other vendors. Applications will be available for pick up. Please come join us for some fun, news, ideas and comments to get this years market started.

Good Job Handyman - Hello, Lanesboro people! Getting ready for spring? Call me for all your outdoor maintenance needs, like lawn clean-up, garden tilling, gutter cleaning, power washing, lawn mowing and house painting: 507-450-6030. "Thank you!" from Eric Gehrke

Preserving Traditions - "Food Preservation Class" offered Monday, Feb. 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Chatfield United MMethodist Church on Winona St. in Chatfield. See article above. Call 507-867-3529.
 
Hazelhill Farm - Currently offering eggs by the dozen starting at $1.50; eggs also by the 15-dozen case. Honey: $4.50 1 #, $8.50 2 #. Coming Soon: Hazelnuts!

Nancy Hengeveld, M.S., L.P. - Areas of competence as filed with the Minnesota Board of Psychology are as follows: Individual counseling; group therapy; family therapy; conjoint therapy; consulting and counseling the following issues: feminist therapy, writing therapy, stress management, assertiveness training, career counseling and career interest assessment, abuse, loss, divorce, death, poverty, spirituality, clergy/counselor exploitation, relationship issues, single parenting, chemical dependency, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, multi-cultural issues, crisis/suicide; supervision.

Root River Lures, LLC- Visit the updated website to see what's new in their line of terrific lures: http://www.rootriverlures.com. Note PayPal convenience has been added. Per customer input, the Northern Pike/Muskie wooden box was modified to create an even-more-attractive display box. Box of Five Trout/Smallmouth Bass Lures: "These are honestly the best lures I've ever fished with. It is the only reason I make them," according to Wayne Carrigan.

Sacred Clay Farm - Mid-winter here is as beautiful as summer and fall. Come enjoy Lanesboro's white snow and fresh air! Cross-country ski on the Root River Bike Trail, snowshoe on our 100+ acres at Sacred Clay Farm, or be a kid again and go sledding! Head downtown to paint your own pieces at Potiche Pottery. Travel back in time, enjoy a horse-drawn sleigh ride. Or just snuggle up in front of the fire at Sacred Clay Farm.

The Pedal Pushers Cafe - Serving local and organic foods, open evenings all winter. And try out Kari's, the Taylor's newest Lanesboro dining experience - now open, next to Commonweal Theatre: "Local Food... Scandinavian Roots."

Simple Soaps for Simple Folks - Lemongrass lovers, REJOICE! Now available by popular request, your bar has arrived. Be first to get yours - it's not on the website yet! Call Shanna at 507.932.4043. Visit the website to see fun shapes and scents available. These soaps travel well, fit any age, gender, and make a practical and "green" gift. Order online. Ask about gift package options. Also introducing Simple Soap on a Rope in lavender, bay/rum or fragrance-free.

Summer Hill Family Farm - "Greetings! Thank you and blessings to all our customers. You've been an encouragement to us over this past year!" The Fendry's continue to offer lamb, chicken and pork by the cut through the winter months. Call or email any time or find Summer Hill at the Rochester Downtown Winter Farmer's Market. Please note: 1/2 and whole orders for lambs will be available soon.
 
The Victorian House - Upcoming elegant tea events fill up fast. Call Mary with reservations: 507-467-2457, cell: 651- 263-2223. Valentine's Tea, Sunday, February 14 at 1pm. Green Tea, Saturday, March 13 at 1pm - $12. Spring Tea, Saturday, April 17 at 1pm - $12. Book your own winter event: tea, lunch, dinner, business meeting or party. Victorian hats and gloves available at all teas.

Wise Acre Produce - 2010 membership is now open! Contact us for all the information.
Farmers Markets: Caledonia · Chatfield · Lanesboro · Preston · Spring Grove
 
 
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