#local-ingredients

#local-ingredients

Like a good summer movie, a great sandwich should be full of delightful familiar ingredients sparked with a few good surprises.

Tendrils of steam curl out of the bread basket, spreading a warm, yeasty scent as my server unfurls the linen cover to reveal a plump kind of sourdough with a golden-brown crust.

Salmon is a key shaper of Washington's unique marine nutrient-fed landscape. I, like most Washingtonians, grew up reenacting the salmon run in school, going on field trips to spawning grounds, visiting tribal and community-led salmon barbecues, and having the fish in my family's fridge at all times. Salmon is the backbone of Washington and the lifestyle of those who call it home.

Nopa wasn't just seasonally inspired and farm-to-table at a time when seasonally inspired and farm-to-table hadn't yet permeated the city. It was a place whose ethos making everything in-house, from scratch and atmosphere were as much of a draw as its damn good Cal-Mediterranean menu and thoughtful cocktails and wine list.

Seattle's inventive pizza landscape includes seafood on everything, foraged goodies, and influences from the Midwest and East Asia, showcasing the region's unique culinary creativity.

Totchos, a beloved Portland dish, merge tater tots and nachos into a delightful mashup that reflects the city's culinary creativity and local ingredients.

Tucson's culinary heritage, recognized as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, is a blend of Indigenous, Spanish, Mexican, and Anglo traditions that create a unique food culture.

Essensia focuses on healthful, locally sourced dishes that optimize nutrition, taste, and environmental impact, showcasing a commitment to sustainability in every aspect.

MAASS at The Four Seasons Fort Lauderdale redefines weekend brunch with a stunning ocean view, luxurious dishes, and a commitment to seasonal, locally sourced ingredients.

"We knew that if we ever got the opportunity to open something in Montecito, we would definitely consider it. It's arguably the best location on Coast Village Road with the nicest patio." - Warner Ebbink

After more than a decade cooking in the Netherlands, most recently at the helm of Pure C restaurant in Zeeland where he earned two Michelin stars, chef Syrco Bakker opened the much-anticipated Syrco BASÉ in Ubud early in 2024. The chef, whose grandparents originally hail from Indonesia, is laser-focused on ingredient sourcing and sustainability, leaning heavily on local produce and cultivating a garden on site, which grows tomatoes, lemongrass, and more.