| | CUESA's Weekly E-Letter | February 17, 2017 |
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| FEATURE
From Mumbai to California, Rasoi Shares the Flavors of an Immigrant's Journey
| If cuisine is a form of storytelling, Rasoi is Heena Patel's autobiography.
"My food is influenced by how I've traveled," says Heena, who fuses the many flavors of her immigration journey, from Asia to Europe and now California, in her cooking. "I am trying to put a twist, creating my own version of the food I grew up with."
To the uninitiated, the cuisine of Rasoi may appear strictly Indian. But in the curries and kebabs, you'll taste rural Gujarat incorporating Bay Area produce, with a sprinkle of Mumbai and traces of London. Rasoi's hybrid cuisine is both quintessentially Heena and 100% American. "I don't want to stick to just the north part of India or the south part," Heena says. "I've been exposed to many different regions, and I want to show it in my food." |
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| | | EVENING TALK
Funding the Hands That Feed Us: Investing in Local Farmers | Wednesday, February 22 | In addition to farmers markets and CSAs, direct financial investment is another way urban residents can support the economic livelihoods of farmers and have a stake in the future of the food system. At this gathering, we will explore how community members can invest in local farms, learn about a successful farmer-investor relationship, and hear from farmers about current opportunities for investment.
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| | FARM EXCURSION
Nuts for Bees:
A Farm-to-Hive Adventure | Sunday, February 26 | It's blossom time in the almond orchards, and the bees are busy! Join us for a field trip to the Central Valley to take in the beauty of the flowers and see pollination and almond farming in action. Then we'll return to the city to learn about the bees that pollinate so many of our food crops, and to taste some hyperlocal SF honeys.
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| | BLACK FUTURES MONTH
A More Abundant Share:
The Future of Food Is Black | "The good food movement needs to demonstrate an understanding that food injustice parallels racial injustice," writes Shakirah Simley, founder of Nourish|Resist and CUESA board member, in this must-read rallying cry. "Our Movement for Black Lives can continue to create points of collaboration where food people and food spaces can be included within strategies for our resistance."
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| | FOOD POLICY BITES
Pruitt Confirmed for EPA; New Labor Secretary Nominee
| | In a victory for worker rights, fast food mogul Andrew Puzder stepped down from his controversial nomination as Secretary of Labor. Trump named a new nominee, Alexander Acosta, who would be the only Latino in Trump's cabinet. Meanwhile, the Senate voted this morning to confirm Scott Pruitt to head the EPA, despite fierce opposition from Democrats and environmental groups. | |
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| | SEASONAL RECIPE
Winter Vegetable Paella
| Mat Schuster of Canela Bistro & Wine Bar puts a winter spin on a classic Spanish rice dish, featuring kale, root vegetables, fennel, and winter squash.
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Upcoming CUESA Programs
All programs are free unless otherwise noted.
Ferry Plaza Farmers Market, SF
Programs take place in the CUESA Classroom, south of the clock tower, behind the Info Booth.
Market to Table Demo: Heena Patel, Rasoi | Saturday, February 18 | 10:30 am
Market to Table Demo: Charles Phan, The Slanted Door | Saturday, February 18 | 12:00 pm
Market to Table Demo: Thomas Odermatt, RoliRoti | Saturday, February 25 | 10:30 am
Jack London Square Farmers Market, Oakland
Find us adjacent to the CUESA Info Booth near the Broadway entrance to the farmers market.
Seasonal Market Tasting | Sunday, February 19 | 11:00 am
Market to Table Demo: Sophina Uong, Wildcat+Charta Uncommon Kitchen | Saturday, February 26 | 11:00 am
See our full calendar » |
Market Update
This is the most up-to-date info about this week's seller attendance at the time of publication. Please stop by the CUESA Info Booth for a market map or check online for any last-minute changes.
Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Saturday | February 18
Returning: Bella Viva Orchards, Happy Quail Farms, Triple J Orchards
Out: Capay Mills, Hodo Soy Beanery, Mountain Ranch Organically Grown
Jack London Square Farmers Market: Sunday | February 19
Returning: The Honey Ladies, The Sharp Brothers, Skyelark Ranch
Out: Casa Rosa Farms, Specialty Produce
Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Tuesday | February 21 Returning: Brokaw Nursery, Snyder's Honey
Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Thursday | February 23 Returning: The Farmer's Wife, Hidden Star Orchards, Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen |
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