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Out east foodie is about celebrating the bounty and richness of all things food throughout the east end of Long Island. I am a trained Graphic Designer for over 20 years, bringing people’s brands and stories to life in a holistic way through beautifully designed graphics with combined photography and text. My hope is to bring that same level of expertise, passion and sensitivity to this blog, which will captivate the out east communities stories in a unique way. I will be visiting local farms, fisheries and artisanal food makers that span the palate of the Hamptons and North Fork region, sharing with you the foods and philosophies of these local artisans. There is a revival of history on the east end. It revisits the old tradition of farm-to-table and brings neighbors to one another by supporting what makes us thrive and what makes the east end so special. Building bountiful relationships with local bakers, beekeepers, cheesemakers, chefs, farmers, fishers, gardeners and winemakers, we can create an eco-friendly food system that is undeniably sustainable, local and delicious.

Jimmy's No. 43 in NYC is hosting it's 5th Annual Cassoulet Cook-off on Sunday, January 13th to benefit Grow NYC Greenmarket program. Chefs and amateur chefs like myself have been tweaking our recipes for this meat and bean laden event. In years past some have even made fish and vegetarian versions.

Cassoulet is a famous dish that originated in South west France. There are many Cassoulet aficionados who proclaim what a true Cassoulet is and many verbal wars have been had. I have met a few of you over the years and enjoy hearing what you consider your perfect Cassoulet. Last year I placed 3rd for judges award and tied 2nd for people's choice. We will see what this year has in store.

If you are still contemplating on starting your New Years Resolution of losing a few pounds you may want to wait until January 14th.

(some ingredients I have sourced this year are: Duck from Crescent Duck Farm and Micro-Greens from Koppert Cress out east on Long Island and Pork from Flying Pigs Farm at the Union Square Greenmarket in NYC).

Open to the public. Tickets are available at Noon ($30 at the door) Cash Only.

Date: Sunday, January 13th, Time: 1 - 3pm, Location: Jimmy's No. 43 (43 East 7th St. btw 2nd and 3rd Ave)