Build a Relationship with Local Farmers
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One of the first things I did before I opened the doors to my restaurant was RESEARCH. Of course, that included the standard go-to’s of demographics, competition, foot traffic, etc., but I also researched the local growers and producers in the area. Why? Well, one of the big trends in culinary over the last several years