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Lincoln Peak Tour for Restaurant Staff - August 13th
July 9, 2018 Lincoln Peak is an award winning winery that uses only grapes grown on their estate, with over 12 acres in production. They are known for their La Crescent and Marquette wines, and are one of the Vermont wineries establishing our state’s reputation for exceptional Marquettes.
Conference Program (Press Release)
April 24, 2018 The Vermont Fresh Network (VFN) is excited to announce a new project - the Vermont Fresh Network Conference Program. This program helps chefs, farmers, food producers, and others working in our local food system attend important conferences beyond our region, and share what they learn back here in Vermont.
Food Tourism on Vermont Edition
March 27, 2018 Listen to the rebroadcast of Vermont Edition's Food Tourism episode to learn about Cheese Journeys, with Jeff Roberts, and a discussion of the landscape of food-based tourism in Vermont with Vermont Tourism Research Center director Lisa Chase and Vermont Fresh Network Executive Director Helen Labun.
Celebrate Vermont Wine!
March 15, 2018 We're excited to invite food and wine enthusiasts to special events throughout Vermont in celebration of Vermont wine and ice cider during the week of March 24 - 31. Vermont wineries and cideries will be showcasing their craft at winemaker dinners, tastings, and other events hosted by VFN member restaurants...
Local Food, Local Jobs
January 31, 2018 Vermont has a workforce problem – we have an unemployment rate of 2.8%, well above “full” employment, and this makes us the 5th most employed state in the country. It’s great to be employed, but at the same time, Vermont employers struggle to find the workforce to fill positions needed...
Vermont Fresh Network + Localvore
January 23, 2018 Localvore and Vermont Fresh Network Join Hands to Strengthen Local Food System.
Best Vegetarian Meals in Vermont
January 10, 2018 Are you considering a vegetarian, meatless Monday, plant-based, vegan, flexitarian, or meat on the side diet this year? Already practicing one? If so, you are in great company. According to the Baum + Whiteman 2018 Food and Beverage Forecast, 31% of Americans are currently practicing meat-free days and over the...
Got Reservations? Celebrate New Year's Eve Vermont-style.
December 31, 2017 Ring in the new year local-style with a meal at a Vermont Fresh Network restaurant. Whether you prefer lively parties, quiet candlelit dinners or opulent feasts - VFN chefs have you covered. Make a reservation today!
The VFN Top 10! Your Guide to Delicious Holiday Giving
December 14, 2017 A gift of Vermont-grown food is a gift that gives back to our economy and preserves our rural landscape for years to come. So keep it local and delicious this holiday season from tasty treats to memorable experiences for the whole family - we've got you covered.
Winemakers Workshop December 1st, 2:00 - 5:00 pm
December 1, 2017 Vermont Winemakers Workshop This Workshop is Now Full Friday, December 1st, 2:00 - 5:00 pm The Residence at Quarry Hill, 465 Quarry Hill Road, South Burlington Registration Required - Please Register by Wednesday, Nov. 29th Chris Gerling of Cornell Extension will be leading a workshop for winemakers on how to...
