By Cindy Hadish/For the Corridor Business Journal MOUNT VERNON – Just 4 miles west of Mount Vernon, Palisades-Kepler State Park has proved inspiring to more than hikers, campers and anglers. New owner Rachel Sauter has chosen to christen her Mount Vernon cafe in honor of the local park. Palisades Cafe, 117 W. First St., will […]
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Local foods movement grows in Johnson Co...
Johnson County is really becoming a hot spot for the local foods movement. Michelle Kenyon Brown, chairwoman of the county’s Food Policy Council – newly created in 2011 – expects a great turnout at the council’s upcoming public forum. If you have anything to share or just want to hear from a great lineup of […]
“Come to the Table” summit highlights ec
The Fourth Annual Come to the Table summit will bring together local food buyers and local food producers to help foster relationships and expand the local foods market. The event is set for Friday, Feb. 7, at the ISU Extension Office in Iowa City. A $15 fee covers registration with lunch. Here is more about […]
Local foods, brews coming to Czech Villa...
By Cindy Hadish/Corridor Business Journal CEDAR RAPIDS – Gastronomic changes are coming to a Cedar Rapids hot spot. Several new restaurants are planned for the Czech Village/New Bohemia Main Street District, while other food establishments have ended their run. One of the most noticeable differences involves a replacement for Capones restaurant and bar, which closed […]
Share your ideas for Homegrown Iowan
A feature on The Authentic Storytelling Project today about Homegrown Iowan offered an opportunity for me to reflect on the future of the website as we approach our anniversary. Homegrown Iowan is an extension of what I’ve been doing for years as a journalist: spreading the word about local foods, farmers markets, gardening and events […]
Local foods and time-honored traditions ...
BY CINDY HADISH HOMESTEAD, Iowa – Andy and Lalanya Bodenbender aren’t intentionally trendy. What some perceive as the latest craze — from their tattooed wedding bands to the hearty kale they grow — the Bodenbenders embrace as their way of life. That goes for the local foods emphasis at their store, Henry’s Village Market, too.
Another “yes” for New Pioneer Food Co-op
IOWA CITY – New Pioneer Food Co-op will be moving forward with plans for a new site in Iowa City, following a decisive vote from its members. The cooperative, which specializes in local, natural and organic foods, is looking to relocate its Iowa City store. It has already announced a site for a new store […]
Produce vendor soon ending its run at Ne...
CEDAR RAPIDS – One of the most visible vendors at NewBo City Market is closing its market booth. Morgan Creek Produce Market will end its run at NewBo on Jan. 1, 2014, said Bill and Robyn Rieckhoff, who operate the stand with Robyn’s father, Bob Vanous. Because the market is only open on Thursdays, Saturdays […]
New owner on board for Mount Vernon’s Li
MOUNT VERNON – Lincoln Cafe owner Matt Steigerwald appeared almost relaxed on the popular restaurant’s closing day. Maybe because he knows the cafe will be in good hands for the foreseeable future. Steigerwald, 47, just completed the sale of the restaurant to Rachel Sauter, a former employee who still has family in Mount Vernon. “It’s […]
Final photos and food from the Lincoln C...
It’s not every day that I’d spend $6 on a piece of cake. But I jumped at the opportunity to have one last morsel at the Lincoln Cafe after stalking, er, waiting to catch up with owner Matt Steigerwald for an interview.