Fresh Origins is America’s leading producer of Microgreens and Edible Flowers. Combining the benefits of an ideal climate with a deep passion for quality and innovation, Fresh Origins products are sought after by the finest restaurants and top chefs. The farm is located in the picturesque rolling hills of San Diego County, where the near perfect weather allows for production and harvest all year. Fresh Origins produces almost 400 Microgreens, Petitegreens, Edible Flowers, Shoots, Tiny Veggies™ and related items. Many are not available anywhere else, with new introductions nearly every month. Fresh Origins products are on top of the finest cuisine in the world! Fresh Origins supplies distributors of specialty produce who serve fine dining restaurants and resorts nationwide. There are also a few online sources of their products available to private chefs and home cooks. Read our first Culinary Queen interview with Kelly Sasuga:
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"As the leaves fall on Madison Avenue in Manhattan, Table D'Hote crafts gorgeous autumn flavors with organic root vegetables, venison and Peconic Bay scallops freshly sourced (the season opened just a week ago!). We look forward to seeing you at our table."
-Executive Chef and Owner Bill Knapp
One of the best edibles of this season was without a doubt the phenomenal Peconic Bay scallops of Table D'Hote, pictured above. Incredibly fresh coming from Long Island, these winners of the sea are making their debut on the best plates of Manhattan right now as they've been in season for just a week. Bill Knapp masterfully mixes them with the aforementioned microspectrum mix, parsnip puree, roasted parsnip and incredible wild mushrooms, all of which waltz in a decadent white truffle vinaigrette. You must try this appetizer!
We next reveled in the pure simplicity of the green salad. Spring mix and manchego slices are perfection and highlighted by a champagne vinaigrette, which they thoughtfully put on the side for us. (Peachy does not usually like salad dressing.)