Today and in recent years, there has been a lot of talk regarding local foods and ingredients. There’s a great deal of consumers now that feel that purchasing local is a great way to support the community as well as the idea of being green (product is shipped from a short distance, for example) and sustainable. This sense of local pride and social responsibility is accompanied by the feeling of quality, too.
Locally produced spirits, wines and beers is a great example of the local trend. LYFE Kitchen, the new health conscious fast casual restaurant, offers biodynamic wines and local beer on tap. The wonderful thing about beverages on tap is that since there are no glass bottles being used, there’s a significant reduction of a restaurant’s carbon footprint.
Moreover, biodynamic wines are free of preservatives and additives, and the farming practices implement a reduction of pesticides and chemicals used in the vineyards. “LYFE Kitchen’s wine director, Scott Worsham further explains, ‘We’re going beyond recycling to complete reusability in our wine program. Our guests will not only enjoy some fantastic, clean wines, but the keg wines ensure maximum freshness and a lower price point as well.'” Read more about LYFE Kitchen’s local offerings here.
How are you tapping into the local movement? Is your establishment interested in offering local menu items? Contact Synergy for more information on how to revamp you menu.