Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking Season 1 Episode 12 Davis Family Winery with Duskie Estes and Mark Stark

In this episode of Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking, host Pete Evans travels to Davis Family Winery in Sonoma County, California to join Executive Chef Duskie Estes and Chef Mark Stark in creating a farm-to-table feast. The winery has been in the Davis family for over 100 years and is committed to sustainable farming practices.

The chefs begin by visiting Mix Gardens, a farm that supplies the winery with fresh produce. They pick a variety of vegetables, including colorful rainbow chard, and talk to the farmer about his techniques for growing flavorful produce. Next, they head to Oak Ridge Angus Ranch to select meat for the meal. The chefs opt for grass-fed beef and pork, emphasizing their commitment to using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients.

Back at the winery, Duskie and Mark get to work in the kitchen. They prepare a grilled ribeye steak with roasted beets and kale, showcasing the flavors of the farm-fresh vegetables. For their pork dish, they make a savory pork belly and mustard greens ragout, accompanied by a refreshing fennel and citrus salad. The chefs also create a dessert of rustic apple tarts, using fruit from a nearby orchard.

Throughout the episode, the emphasis is on using fresh, seasonal ingredients and supporting local farmers. The chefs talk about their passion for creating flavorful dishes that highlight the natural flavors of their ingredients. They also discuss the importance of sustainability and community in the food industry.

The show concludes with a beautiful outdoor feast, set against the backdrop of the picturesque winery. The guests enjoy the delicious, locally sourced dishes and toast to the beauty of California wine country. Moveable Feast with Fine Cooking season 1 episode 12 is a celebration of the bounty of the land and a testament to the power of community and sustainability in the food industry.