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In this section of the site you'll find news and information we come across related to local businesses in Lafayette Colorado as well as local food initiatives along the Front Range and beyond.
Daily Grains mentioned in Boulder Weekly: Taste of the new
via Boulder Weekly
Posted October 27, 2023 2:52 pm by Paul Bonneville
Our first official "In the Press" piece penned by John Lehndorff of Boulder Weekly. We've met and spoken to John a few times over the summer down at Cure Organic Farm's farm stand and are honored to have made the list 🤩

From a home kitchen in Lafayette, welcome newcomer Daily Grains is turning out exceptional sourdough loaves using freshly milled heirloom grain. Wife and husband Ashley Overstreet and Paul Bonneville craft exceptional oatmeal raisin cookies, and their crusty, not-too-sweet chocolate cherry sourdough loaf makes outstanding toast. Daily Grains currently sells at the Cure Organic Farm roadside stand on Wednesdays and Saturdays, but the owners expect to break ground soon on a new Lafayette bakery. 
Locations
Lafayette, CO,
United States
Baking
Eating
Sales

The N.O.S.H. Closes Near Regis University, but Funky Flame Is Moving In
via Westword
Posted October 15, 2023 3:48 pm by Paul Bonneville
The article is from back in August, but we've got to say that it is incredibly inspiring to follow the success story of another local microbakery in the Denver area!

Delcercq and Steiner toured a lot of places in their search for the right brick-and-mortar for their business, and when they connected with Alvarez and toured the N.O.S.H., it was an opportunity they couldn't pass up. "It feels good to find the right spot," Declercq says. 

Unlike other potential locations, this one comes complete with the cafe and baking setup they need. "You just gotta trust the universe on these things," she adds. "You can only plan so much."
Locations
4994 Lowell Boulevard,
Denver, CO,
United States
Organizations

Residents to help shape future of old town Lafayette
via Colorado Hometown Weekly
Posted October 11, 2023 9:06 pm by Paul Bonneville
We're fully committed to contributing to the long-term success of downtown Lafayette. I've submitted an application to be considered for this working group. If you are interested in applying, there is also a link to the city's web page on this initiative under the "Connections" section.

The Old Town Tomorrow Working Group seeks 12-15 members to provide input, engage residents and help develop and implement the Old Town Tomorrow plan. Applications are available at lafayette-listens.com/old-town-tomorrow. Once residents apply, a brief virtual interview will be scheduled with Lafayette staff on Oct. 27, with the first meeting scheduled for 6PM on  Nov. 1.
Locations
Lafayette, CO,
United States

California governor signs several laws, including a ban on certain chemicals in food and drinks
via KKTV Channel 11, Colorado Springs
Posted October 9, 2023 11:29 am by Paul Bonneville
Newsom signed a law banning the red dye No. 3 chemical used as food coloring for products like Peeps, the marshmallow treat most associated with Easter. The chemical has been linked to cancer and has been banned from makeup for more than 30 years.

The law also bans brominated vegetable oil, which is used in some store brand sodas, and potassium bromate and propylparaben, two chemicals used in baked goods.

Newsom said in a signing statement that the additives addressed in the bill are already banned in various other countries. All four chemicals are already banned in foods in the European Union.
Locations
Sacramento, CA,
United States
Policy & Legal
Science & Research
Advocacy & Education

WildEdge Brewing Collective Releases “From The Fields”
via Brewbound
Posted October 1, 2023 1:55 pm
With support from the Colorado Grain Chain, Cortez Colo.’s WildEdge Brewing Collective announces “From The Fields” (5.6% ABV), a limited release Dunkelweizen-inspired beer made with 100% Colorado-sourced ingredients, including a new grain varietal provided by the beloved Colorado-based craft malthouse, Root Shoot Malting...

...The Colorado Grain Chain provided WildEdge with a microgrant this year to fund the brew that celebrates all elements of the Colorado craft beer supply chain...
Locations
Cortez, CO,
United States

Colorado Grain Chain Seeks to Increase Market Demand and Awareness for Locally Grown Grains
via Farm Flavor
Posted August 30, 2023 2:03 pm
Kevin and his family run Grains from the Plains, one of our partner farms where we purchase some of our wheat from 🌾

Kevin Poss’ grandfather grew Scout 66, a cool-season wheat variety, on the family farm in Hugo. While grain production has changed significantly in the past three generations, Kevin continues growing the winter wheat variety.“ My father and grandfather both sold their grains into the commodity system,” says Kevin, a Colorado Grain Chain member. “We sell direct to consumer, and I am so grateful to my customers who make it possible for me to still carry on the family tradition of farming grains close to Hugo.”
Locations
Hugo, Co,
United States

Jones Farms Organics: Sustainability leads at Hooper’s fourth-generation potato farm
via The Crestone Eagle
Posted July 31, 2023 8:33 pm
Sarah’s experience in sales and marketing has helped the Joneses diversify their business model, allowing them to collaborate with local farmers and ranchers in ways that benefit everyone, while simultaneously protecting the local ecosystem. “The key is biodiversity, whether it’s our gut health and diet, our soil, our friends, or customers,” Sarah explains. In addition to growing over 20 varieties of potatoes, the Joneses also grow seven varieties of heirloom grains
Locations
Hooper, CO,
United States
Farming

Home is where the bread is...
via store.dailygrains.co
Posted May 31, 2023 12:03 am by Paul Bonneville
Saturday afternoon's, post events, are what we look forward to :)

"The Mill Makes Us Manresa Bread"
via YouTube
Posted December 15, 2022 12:10 am by Paul Bonneville
Haven't posted in a while, but am starting to focus back in on spending a little time researching. We're getting ready to kick into high gear with our bakery efforts next month, so I'm back to sharing so of my research here. For this post, we came across Manresa Bread

Fresh-milled flour is at the heart of what we do. It's easy to open up a bag of flour, but we believe the nuanced flavor, balanced sweetness, and greater nutrition makes the extra step worth it.
Locations
Los Gatos, CA,
United States
Organizations
Sales
Baking

“It doesn't look like much…” - Jones Farms Organics
via Instagram
Posted November 13, 2022 9:56 pm by Paul Bonneville
The comment on the post means even more when you consider we are coming into the winter months :)
Locations
Hooper, CO,
United States
Farming
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