Spring Pea Quinoa Salad
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The salad utilizes the bountiful vegetables available in the spring and the feta gives this dish a great savory finish…
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Fresh Harvest Garden Gathering | May 7
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Photo Credit: Matchstic
If you haven't already, secure a seat for the upcoming "Share a Table" by Fresh Harvest. We will be preparing a seasonal feast at one of our favorite local farms- Woodland Gardens! If you haven't seen or tasted their amazing produce available through Fresh Harvest and several farmers markets- now is the time to do so!
Jason has put together the following tentative menu for the evening. It's BYOB too, so bring your favorite bottle, enjoy a farm tour and a community dinner. Oh, and Refuge Coffee Co. will be serving an after-dinner treat.
Woodland Gardens Organic Farm
1355 Athens Road, Winterville, GA 30683
Saturday, May 7, 2016
from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Photo Credit: Rachel Iliadis
STARTERS
Mushroom Tart with Micro Arugula
Pimento Cheese and Crackers with Pickled Celery
Salad
Mixed Woodland Gardens Greens with Pistachio Crisps, Sweet Pickled Onions, Shaved Radish, and Lemon Vinaigrette
Bread
Jalapeño Corn Bread with Banner Butter
Family Style Main
"Shrimp Boil" with Pine Street Smoked Sausage
Creamy Polenta with Stewed Heirloom Tomatoes
Charred Bok Choy Salad with Pickled Turnips and Green Onions
Dessert
Citrus Lavender Panna Cotta with Macerated Strawberry
Heirloom Tomatoes by Woodland Gardens Organic Farm
Harvest Sweet Potato Loaf Recipe + Baby Announcement
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We have thoroughly enjoyed the temperature change here in Atlanta... and hope it's here to stay. To welcome Autumn in all it's glory we'd like to share the perfect hearty, wholesome (and tasty) quick bread. We adapted this recipe from the Piece of Cake'sGolden Pumpkin Loaf.
Did you watch the video?!? No, it's not a cooking tutorial, but rather a personal announcement we are pretty stoked about. Our dear friend, and talented photographer came to our house to photograph the stop motion.
INGREDIENTS
2 cups All-Purpose Flour
3/4 cup Yellow Cornmeal
1 1/2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
3/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/2 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg, freshly grated
3 Large Eggs
1-1/4 Dark Brown Sugar, packed
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
1 1/2 cups Baked Sweet Potato Puree
2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
6 tablespoons Grapeseed Oil
1/4 cup Dried Cranberries
1/4 cup Dried Currants
1/4 cup Dried Raisins
1 cup Pecans, chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 F. Butter a 9x5 loaf pan and line the 2 long sides and bottom with parchment paper. Mix together flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices in medium bowl, using a hand whisk. Set Aside. In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the eggs and both sugars on medium-high speed until creamy and thick, for about 3 minutes. Reduce the speed, the add the pureed sweet potato, vanilla, and oil and continue mixing until smooth. On low speed, slowly add the dry ingredients a little at a time, mixing only until the flour just disappears.
Remove the bowl from the mixer, scrape the bowl up from the bottom and fold in dried fruit and nuts. Transfer batter to the prepared pan. Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until the loaf is well browned and a small knife emerges clean from the center. Cool in the pan for about 15 minutes before releasing it to cool completely on a wire rack. Enjoy!
Photos by the Photography of Haley Sheffield
Announced: July Brunch Gathering
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Photo by Haley Sheffield
SEEKING SUMMER INTERN FOR HOMESPUN ATL
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DETAILS
The position is both work-from-home and on-site at our Atlanta,GA studio- Studio South. You must have reliable transportation. You will get hands-on experience working for a small, growing business. This is an unpaid position. A paid position after the internship is not guaranteed. We are looking for a rising-star that loves bringing people together, has a creative eye, and thrives on details and structure. The three month internship will begin immediately. Please note, the position is primarily administrative and does not involve cooking.
RESPONSIBILITIES
An intern’s duties may include, but are not limited to:
- Formatting + Writing content for online platforms (Blog+Website)
- Manage Social Media Outlets
- Assisting in planning, coordinating, and setting up for our monthly gatherings
- Working with our contributors for bookings, and publishing event recaps
- Assisting with photo shoots
- Running Errands (Gas Reimbursed)
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must meet the following:
- Live in the Atlanta Area
- Have a personal laptop
- Internet savviness + social media etiquette
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (we use Google Docs)
- Access to Photoshop is a plus
- Good communication skills (written + verbal)
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Knowledge of: HTML + WordPress is not required, but would be extremely helpful
- Available 5-15 hrs/week
PERKS
This internship is not paid, but we offer some mighty fine (and tasty) benefits:
- Leftovers, nibbles, and taste-testing. Enough said.
- Exposure to many of the ATL talented creatives in the industry.
- Learn cooking tips and all the best places to source.
- Behind the scenes look at how to run a personal chef (and creative) business.
- School Credit, if applicable.
If you meet the listed requirements, please fill out the application (below) by Friday, June 13. Also, send your resume to info@homespunatl.com.
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2013 CHRISTMAS COCKTAIL PARTY
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We hope you're enjoying this holiday season as much as we are. It has been such a blessing this year to see the Homespun community grow (and turn into a fulltime job for Jason). We would like you to get all dressed up, and come celebrate Christmas with us!
MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Thursday, December 19th from 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM
LOCATION The Seed Studio - 434 Marietta Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 *Park in the lot across the street.
DETAILS
- Light bites, local meats & cheeses, sweet treats, & a special holiday cocktail.
- BYOB
- Live music by Haley Sheffield & Chris Crowell.
- Discounted ticket if you bring 4 canned or nonperishable goods.
GIVE BACK
It's often said that this time of year is about giving, not receiving. We are going to gift a local family the full Homespun experience for an evening, but need your help. The proceeds from this party will go towards their meal, and we are also collecting nonperishable goods to stock their pantry.
RSVP
Tickets available at Eventbrite. Discounted ticket if you bring 4 canned or nonperishable goods.
DRESS
Festive Cocktail Attire
Floral Arrangement in Photo: Juli Vaughn Designs // Photo Credit: The Photography of Haley Sheffield
Ode to Autumn
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As a chef I aspire to provide wholesome meals. Homespun has become one of my outlets to do so...from the food that we source, to the preparation and techniques used. I try to bring the meal to life, while ensuring each guests leaves full and nourished.
For our Ode to Autumn dinner held in late September I had challenged myself to follow the Whole30 program while preparing the meal. I enjoyed having set parameters, and allowing the season’s availability to direct my focus. I found that in these guidelines my creativity was stretched in new ways. The menu was as follows:
BEET + ARUGULA SALAD Moonglow Pears, Golden Pickled Beets, Toasted Pecans with Onion-Pear Vinaigrette
PEPPERCORN CRUSTED PORK LOIN Sweet Potato Puree, Roasted Onions + Kale
BRAISED CABBAGE, AFRICAN BUTTERNUT SQUASH + GALA APPLES
with Fresh Basil
FARM-FRESH BRAISED GREENS with Pickled Swiss Chard + Roasted Garlic
ROASTED CARROTS, GREEN BEANS, QUEEN SCARLET TURNIPS + SHIITAKE
The menu was full of healthy goodness sourced from our local markets. Also I had the privilege to cook for one the farmers from whom I sourced shiitake mushrooms. Jonathan and his family run Abundant Harvest, and provide delectable produce at several markets around metro Atlanta. He is also one of my go-to farmers we use for our meals.
One of the benefits of cooking straightforward with local produce is the flavor. Using fresh, locally grown food gives me the peace of mind and confidence while preparing meals for the guest around the table. For one, I know how fresh it is. Second of all, I know where and whom I am getting it from. The meal was organic, gluten-free, dairy-free, and delicious. Yes, you heard me correctly...even the guest assured me that everything tasted great.
Cooking and eating clean may take a bit more effort. After experiencing it, we quickly grow to appreciate going back to its humble beginnings.
LOCALLY SOURCED Morningside Market: Woodland Gardens, Crystal Organic Farm, D+ A Farm, Cimino Farm Peachtree Road Farmers Market: Abundant Harvest Niman Ranch
Photo Credit: Phil Sanders | Styling: Blue Eyed Yonder | Foliage: Lindsay Coletta Designs
