Health Care Partners
St. Mary's Hospital
www.stmarysmadison.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2009
As a health care provider, St. Mary’s meal service brings optimal nutritional care and accurate information to customers and patients. Local foods help St. Mary’s ensure meals are at their highest quality and promote St. Mary’s mission to cultivate community wellness.
HospiceCare
www.hospicecareinc.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2009
Restaurant Partners
Alchemy
www.alchemycafe.net
BFBL Partner since Spring 2009
Beans N Cream Coffeehouse
www.beansncream.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2009
"Good things happen over coffee" is the guiding principle of Beans N Cream Coffeehouse. Serving exceptional coffee, organic fair trade teas, locally produced bakery and ice cream along with a breakfast and lunch menu built upon farm fresh ingredients, Beans N Cream hosts the community in Sun Prairie and east Madison.
Bluephies
www.foodfightinc.com/bluephies.htm
BFBL Partner since Fall 2007
Chef Billy puts his own contemporary twist on comfort food at Bluephies. He knows the best tasting products are locally grown, and his dedication to local farmers means local food has a permanent home on Bluephies’ lunch, brunch, dinner and catering menus. Experience the creative colorful side of local foods at Bluephies.
Bon Appetit Café
www.bonappetitmadison.com
BFBL Partner since Fall 2007
Bon Appetit Café is an intimate, expressive place to experience a great meal. Chef Greg carefully selects locally grown items on his weekly shopping trips to the farmers market and from his regular farmer partners. His rotating menus celebrate diverse world cuisines, with the best each season has to offer.
Brasserie V
www.brasseriev.com
BFBL Partner since Fall 2007
Fitting the definition of a “brasserie” perfectly, Brasserie V is an unpretentious neighborhood eatery offering great food and hand-selected beverages to the Monroe Street community. The menu reflects Brasserie V’s neighborhood spirit as Chef Rob places Wisconsin’s best meats, cheeses and vegetables on the menu.
Bunky's Cafe
www.bunkyscafe.net
BFBL Partner since Winter 2008
Bunky's Cafe supports local farmers with fresh salad ingredients and products from Madison craftspeople and farmers. Bunky's has been a loyal local foods advocate on the East side for years, and now they’ll be serving delicious Mediterranean and Italian specialties, including gluten-free selections, from their new location in the same neighborhood.
Crema Café
www.goodcrema.com
Crema Café serves a café breakfast and lunch featuring many locally grown and produced ingredients. Chef Steven’s locally grown sandwiches, a full espresso menu, fresh bakery, and variety of natural snacks in a kid-friendly atmosphere make Crema Café a great morning or afternoon stop.
The Dardanelles
www.dardanellesrestaurant.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2007
Barbara, owner of The Dardanelles Restaurant, works with local farmers to create dishes with fresh, seasonal vegetables. The Dardanelles is a perfect example of what a neighborhood restaurant can be by buying from local farmers and suppliers, hosting community events and offering space for people to gather over great local food and drink.
Dayton Street Grille
www.concoursehotel.com
The Dayton Street Grille, located in The Madison Concourse Hotel and Governor’s Club offers contemporary cuisine with global influences. Chef Charles Lazzareschi is proud to offer seasonal menus made with local ingredients. In the evening, Chef Charles’ signature sweet, savory and spicy sauces allow you to tailor local flavors to your palette.
Fresco
www.foodfightinc.com/fresco.htm
BFBL Partner since Spring 2008
Fresco combines artistic sensibilities from atop the Madison Museum of Contemporary Art with fresh, local foods and a special view of the Isthmus. Monthly Farmers’ Market dinners showcase the region’s best local producers. With farmers in attendance, diners hear firsthand the story of local food before it arrives on their plate.
The Greenbush Bar
BFBL Partner since Spring 2007
The Greenbush Bar’s owner and chef, Anna, buys local foods because they embody her values of humane, sustainable, community relationships towards food. Anna’s Italian heritage is at the center of the menu, so when you descend beneath the Italian Workman’s Club to dine at The Greenbush Bar, you’ll feel like one of the family.
Harvest
www.harvest-restaurant.com
BFBL Partner since Fall 2007
Celebrated Chef Derek Rowe lets local food speak for itself with simple, high-quality preparations at Harvest. Renowned around the country for their partnership with local farmers, Harvest helps define midwestern cuisine, going beyond just serving food to actively supporting traditional and heritage food organizations and events.
Ian's Pizza by the Slice
Ian’s Pizza and Salad
www.ianspizza.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2007
Creative, delicious local food is waiting for everyone at Ian’s Pizza in two locations. Buying direct from local farmers is just one way the folks at Ian’s Pizza are serving the community with their amazing pizza slices. Chef Cindy takes her job as head chef and Food Mastermind to the limit, sourcing local ingredients even for her brownies.
L’Etoile
www.letoile-restaurant.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2007
L’Etoile has been a treasured part of Southern Wisconsin’s local food community for over 30 years. Renowned Chef Tory Miller composes L’Etoile and Café Soleil’s seasonal menus with locally grown foods by cultivating relationships with small-scale farmers who are treated as L’Etoile’s most honored partners.
Lombardino’s
www.lombardinos.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2007
Blending local ingredients with selected Italian imports, Chef Patrick creates sensational Italian menus that put Wisconsin farmers on par with the world’s finest artisans. Enjoy the flavors of Italian authenticity with local ingredients in Lombardino’s convivial relaxing dining room.
Madison Club
www.madisonclub.org
BFBL Partner since 2007
Madison Club members savor the exceptional skill of Chef Dan as he applies his talent to create incredible dishes from local farmers’ products. Chef Dan’s passion for local food is clear as he walks the farmers market and visits farms to find the best local ingredients for his kitchen.
Manna Café
www.mannacafe.com
BFBL Partner since Fall 2007
Manna Café can help you choose a catering menu for your special event that utilizes local foods. Shopping at the farmers’ market for the freshest ingredients, Chef Barb can make a big event a greener, more delicious one. In her cafe you’ll find locally grown pesto, artisan yogurt, pasta and more.
Marigold Kitchen
www.marigoldkitchen.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2007
Isthmus diners and Saturday farmers’ market go-ers have long known Marigold Kitchen as a great lunch, breakfast or brunch spot. Less well known is Chef Phillip and John’s loyal use of local eggs, meats and seasonal vegetables. Justify your indulgence in a delicious lunch with the knowledge that you’re supporting local growers at Marigold.
Mermaid Cafe
www.mermaidcafemadison.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2008
From the friendly dining area to the hand-crafted drinks and inventive menu, Mermaid Café captures the heart and soul of the near-east side neighborhood. Their earth-friendly attitude is reflected throughout Mermaid from the composting program to hosting a CSA drop site, to the wonderful food made fresh from several local farm ingredients.
Monroe Street Bistro
www.monroestbistro.com
BFBL Partner since Summer 2008
The menu might be European-inspired but the flavors are all local at Monroe Street Bistro. Chef Clayton gives special attention to Wisconsin’s humble vegetables; offering beautifully prepared side dishes to compliment locally-sourced entrees.
The Old Fashioned
www.theoldfashioned.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2007
One meal at the Old Fashioned is enough to prove their slogan, “Wisconsin is King.” Local products are the soul of the menu, giving Wisconsin cuisine it’s due. The Old Fashioned adheres to the local philosophy in ways you can’t even taste by supporting locally owned manufacturers, suppliers and distributors as well.
Pizza Brutta
www.pizzabrutta.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2009
Pizza Brutta is serious about creating a seriously delicious pie in the Neapolitan tradition. Chef Derek makes his fresh mozzarella by hand from Wisconsin milk, combines it with fresh local vegetables and cheese, and finishes the pizza in an oven fueled with local, sustainable wood. You won’t find a more authentic pie this side of Italy!
Sardine
www.sardinemadison.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2007
Stepping into Sardine, the atmosphere immediately sets the tone for the food- delightful, smart and thoughtfully designed. Seasonal, local produce is regularly featured on the menu as Chefs John and Phillip execute consistently delicious meals.
The Weary Traveler
BFBL Partner since Fall 2007
The Weary Traveler makes a point to source from friends and neighbors so eaters can find great food whether it’s lunch, dinner, or late at night. Chef Joey makes using local ingredients look easy and casual; diners may never realize the dedication going into their meal.
Washington Hotel Coffee Room
www.lakesidefibers.com
BFBL Partner since Spring 2007
The story behind the food is front and center at the Washington Hotel Coffee Room. Locally grown wheat is harvested on Washington Island and turned into breads, muffins and cookies, served with local cheeses, preserves, meats and so much more. The local food experience is made complete with a fabulous view of Madison’s lakes and capital.
Retail Grocery Partners
Williamson Street Grocery Co-op
1221 Williamson Street
Madison, WI 53703
www.willystreet.coop
Basics Natural Foods Co-op
1221 Woodman Road
Janesville, WI 53545
608 754 3925
www.basicshealth.com
Metcalfe's Sentry
726 N Midvale Blvd.
Madison, WI 53705
608 236 2055
www.shopmetcalfes.com
Paoli Local Foods
6895 Paoli Road
Paoli, WI 53508
608 845 FOOD
www.paolilocalfoods.com
Trillium Natural Foods
517 Springdale Rd
Mt Horeb, WI 53572
608 437 5288
www.trilliumnaturalfoods.com
