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| Press Release April 21, 2005 COOKBOOK AUTHORS BRING SUSTAINABILITY TO THE TABLE (Edgartown, Mass…April 21, 2005) – On Wednesday, May 4, Chef Ryan Hardy welcomes cookbook authors John Ash, Jessica Harris, Tina Miller, and Catherine Walthers to The Coach House at the Harbor View Hotel for an unprecedented Guest Author Dinner. Ryan, a champion of local purveyors, will integrate island ingredients into these talented author’s recipes for a special evening where guests can meet the authors and discuss sustainability, wine and food pairings, how food gets from the farm to the table, and trends. “What a treat to be able to host such talented folks,” says Ryan of his guest authors. “They are not just exceptional cooks—they ‘get’ the essence of the Vineyard. When you live in a community as close-knit as an island one is, you learn to help each other. I am really looking forward to working with each of them and exploring new recipes.” A reception of light hors d’oeuvre, Chef Ryan’s homemade cheeses, and wine begins at 5:30 p.m., where the authors will be available to sign copies of their cookbooks (book sales handled by Edgartown Books on Main Street). The dinner begins at 6:00 and is open seating until 9:00. Ryan’s menu items will be available both á la carte (entrées range from $15-20) or in a $30 prix fixe. Authors will be available throughout the evening to share their passions and discuss their recipes. The dinner follows a Martha’s Vineyard Commission and Southeastern Massachusetts Agricultural Partnership Business to Business Networking Session held at the Harbor View Hotel where local restaurants, chefs, caterers, retailers, and other food purchasers will convene to connect with island farmers, fishermen, and shell fishermen. The purpose is to promote the demand for island agricultural and aqua-cultural products through fostering better working relationships between island growers and buyers. The session will feature light fare prepared by Chef Ryan and the Martha’s Vineyard Shellfish Group. Attendees can go from this session to the dinner and continue to learn more about the many quality crops and specialty food products on Martha’s Vineyard. Ryan’s commitment to using native-grown vegetables, Vineyard-raised meats, and locally-caught seafood gives his food a distinct freshness and seasonality while supporting a way of life for island farmers, fishermen and growers. He also uses dairy products from island farms in his kitchen and showcases this local sheep, goat, and cow milk in his own homemade cheeses. By using local milk, Ryan even saved one goat farm from going out of business. To make reservations, call (508) 627-3761. # # # The FARM Institute - Post Office Box 1868 - Edgartown, MA 02539 - (508) 627-7007
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