Roadtrip With G. Garvin Season 1 Episode 7 Farm to Table
- TV-G
- July 31, 2012
- 20 min
In season 1 episode 7 of Roadtrip With G. Garvin, titled "Farm to Table," host G. Garvin hits the road to explore the farm-to-table movement in the Pacific Northwest. Garvin begins his journey at the Pike Place Market in Seattle, where he meets a local farmer who shows him some of the freshest produce the market has to offer.
Garvin then travels to Vashon Island, where he visits a farm that specializes in raising grass-fed beef. The farmer talks to Garvin about the benefits of grass-fed beef, including its nutritional value and its impact on the environment. Garvin gets a chance to see the process from start to finish, from the cows grazing in the field to the butchering process.
Next, Garvin heads to the scenic Skagit Valley, located in northwest Washington State, where he samples some of the region's famous shellfish. He meets with a local oyster farmer who takes him out on the water to harvest the freshest oysters, clams, and mussels.
Garvin then travels to Portland, Oregon, where he meets a chef who is passionate about using locally-sourced ingredients. The chef takes Garvin to the local farmers' market, where they pick up fresh, organic produce for an upcoming dinner service. Garvin then joins the chef in the kitchen to help prepare a seasonal and sustainable menu.
Finally, Garvin visits a winery located in the heart of Oregon's wine country. He learns about the winemaking process from start to finish, including how the grapes are grown, harvested, and fermented. Garvin also gets a chance to taste some of the winery's most popular wines and even helps to blend a special vintage.
Throughout the episode, Garvin emphasizes the importance of supporting local farmers and producers and highlights the benefits of the farm-to-table movement. He showcases the incredible bounty of the Pacific Northwest and reminds viewers why it's so important to eat fresh, sustainable, and local.