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A personal web site exploring the life and achievements of the pioneer of trufficulture in North America. _______________________________ The premier gourmet truffle celebration in the US will be held at the Biltmore Estate, in NC, March 3-8 _______________________________ The North American Truffle Growers’ Association is a non-profit group dedicated to producing more truffles in North America. _______________________________ Formed in 2002 to propagate truffle development in the United States and further educate consumers, chefs and growers. The company was co-founded by Jack & Aron Ponticelli, father and son, along with partner Franklin Garland. In only five years since planting trees, Piedmont Valley Truffles has successfully produced truffles. _______________________________ Robin Weant is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. In addition to Robin's 25 years of real estate experience she also holds a BA in psychology, owns a small vineyard and truffle farm in Lewisville, NC, serves as a member of the North American Truffle Growers Association (NATAGA) and has earned certification in viticulture and enolgy. Her wines recently won Gold, Silver and Bronze medals at the Dixie Classic Fair. With her real estate experience and education, Robin is the right choice for your real estate needs whether selling or purchasing a property. _______________________________________ Located in Stokes County, NC, Keep Your Fork Farm has two orchards which have several hundred trees producing Black Perigord Truffles. Martha Stewart came to visited in January, 2007 for their harvest. _______________________________________ Harvest is a unique 213-acre farm community located within the pastoral New Hope Valley in Chatham County, North Carolina. Known for having some of the best soil in the state, this fertile valley is ideally suited for agriculture. Consisting of only 19 homesites with a minimum of ten acres each, extensive parts of the property are set aside for organic farming, community activities, recreation, and preservation of open space. Plans for the Central Farm include a vineyard, lavender fields, a truffle orchard, and a variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables. |
"What do You Know About Mushrooms and Truffles?" The Martha Stewart Blog, November 15, 2007 See a Video of Franklin Garland cooking a truffle omelette on Martha Stewart Living! ______________________________________________ a television series aimed at exploring agricultural stories from all the fifty states. Click below to watch the video. ______________________________________________ New Life Journal, July, 2008 ______________________________________________ "Kitchen Diamonds Sparkle in the Piedmont" News & Record of Greensboro, April 20, 2008 ______________________________________________ The Washington Post, February 23, 2005 ______________________________________________ "Some Growers Hope Fungi Save the Farm" The News & Observer, August 02, 2004 ______________________________________________ The Independent Weekly, March 17, 2004 ______________________________________________ The Independent Weekly, March 17, 2004 ______________________________________________ "Commercial Horticulture Newsletter" Northern Piedmont N. C. Specialty Crops School, November - December 1996
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Located in Charlotte, NC, the main goal of Noble's Restaurant is to serve the freshest local, organic produce and the finest quality raw ingredients that they can find to produce what they call "New Southern Cuisine." ___________________________________ Located in Washington, D.C., Chef Todd Gray creates mid Atlantic cuisine, showcasing local products with traditional culinary technique, all the while respecting the flavor of the modern palate. ___________________________________ Longtime chef at the governor's mansion in Raleigh, NC, and President of the Triangle Chef's Association, Chef Bob Passarelli puts his focus on quality foods. It’s time to stop settling for what “corporate restaurant overlords” push on us. Try his delicious espresso rub. ___________________________________ Have you been looking for British food and a favorite British tea? Look no further - visit here for all your British item needs. ___________________________________ Located in Hillsborough, NC, Chocolatier Matthew Shepherd creates delectable flavors of Artisan chocolates. Come and visit his online shop. ___________________________________ Located in Durham, NC, Emily Weinstein is a multi-faceted artist with experience in many disciplines. A published author, teacher, and world traveler, Weinstein produces superb creations. ___________________________________ Located in Rougemont, North Carolina, artist Olivia Gatewood uses an array of resources to invent artwork that reflects the brilliance of the natural world.
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