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Press Reviews
Pride of New York Farms Share
Spotlight at Al Fresco Dinner
The bountiful resources of Pride of New York members
take a special bow the weekend of July 28 and July 29 with the
expanded Al Fresco weekend at the Salem Courthouse in Salem (Washington
County). The weekend’s highlight is the 5th Annual Al Fresco
dinner on July 28 featuring ingredients from more than 25 farms.
These ingredients travel an average of 12.5 miles from the farms
to the Courthouse. Research from the Leopold Center for Sustainable
Agriculture Research at Iowa State University has shown that a
meal purchased in a supermarket travels an average of 1,500 miles
before it is served.
In addition to the dinner, a variety of other activities are planned
including a maple-inspired breakfast, chef demonstrations and
a free, drive-yourself Al Fresco Farm Tour on Sunday, July 29.
Legislative Gazette
An Appreciation for All Things
Agrarian
“In America the average distance food travels from
farm to table is an astounding 1,500 miles. The food at the Al
Fresco Dinner – sourced from 26 local farmers and producers
– traveled an average farm-to-table distance of only 12.5
miles (not including the olive oil)….Regarding our area
– which some like to call the ‘Tuscany of upstate
New York’ – a Slow Food member made the unsolicited
comment that he hasn't seen farms or farmland like this outside
of Italy.”
Main Street
Courthouse Al Fresco Dinner
Successful Again
”Clear skies and a gentle breeze greeted a sell-out
crowd of over 350, including state Senator Betty Little, at the
fourth annual al fresco dinner at the Historic Salem Courthouse.
The dinner celebrated the region’s agricultural heritage
and was sourced entirely from 26 local farmers and artisan producers,
all situated within an average of a dozen miles from the courthouse.
Diners enjoyed appetizers of artisan cheeses, vegetables and breads.
Dinner featured a salad of field greens, grilled marinated chicken
and sausage, vegetarian strata, roasted potato salad, vegetable
medley, Courthouse cobbler, and biscotti.
More than 200 volunteers were responsible for the success of the
event: from the meal preparation, entertainment, table service
and event coordination. The occasion benefiting the Historic Salem
Courthouse Preservation Association, Inc., was co-chaired by Annette
Nielsen and Bob Akland.”
Greenwich Journal and Salem Press
Third Annual Al Fresco Dinner
Attended by Over 300 People
”The evening was perfect for an Al Fresco dinner and the
Third Annual was a resounding success….As the crowd gathered,
hors d’oeuvres were served, a wine bar was set up and music
was provided by the Hollow Hills Band. Items for the Silent Auction
were on display and tours of the Jail and Historic Courthouse
Building were held. The tables were adorned with wild flower arrangements
adding to the overall “look” for the evening.
The food was delicious, the service very professional and the
total presentation outstanding.”
The Eagle
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