Engrained Cafe - Local Partners

	Local Partners
	Sun Devil Dining is proud to support the Campus Harvest Program run by the ASU Grounds Department. Through the involvement of student volunteers, ASU Grounds harvests edible landscaping such as Seville oranges, Medjool dates, and select herbs and produce. These campus-grown ingredients are then used by chefs in a variety of menu items such as Seville orange vinaigrettes and chocolate dipped candied orange peels, Medjool date bars and parfaits, Seville orange sweet and sour sauces, etc. Using the local campus ingredients reflects both the desert environment and the connection with ASU.
	Two of the most abundant crops on the ASU campus are Medjool Dates and Seville Oranges. With over 265 Seville trees, there are roughly 12 tons of citrus from December through March. Rather than tossing away oranges and dates, Sun Devil Dining incorporates these ingredients into delicious menu items such as date bars and brownies and Seville orange vinaigrettes, sweet and sour sauces, and “Devil-aid.”
	For more information visit: ASU Abrboretum ASU Campus Harvest Program
	Queen Creek Olive Mill Location: Queen Creek, AZ Ingredient: Olive Oil Queen Creek Olive Mill is a family-owned company that grows and presses olives for production of high quality extra virgin olive oil. The farms’ products and practices exemplify their dedication to the environment and the health of their customers. The olive grove is at the base of the San Tan Mountains in an area known for its‘ fertile soil. Because of Arizona’s ideal growing conditions, pressing begins as early as mid-August to as late as the end of December. visit www.queencreekolivemill.com for more information
	Shamrock Farms Location: Phoenix, AZ Ingredient: Dairy Shamrock Farms produces and distributes farm-fresh traditional and organic dairy products at its Maricopa farm and Phoenix facility. Shamrock Farms’ herd of more than 10,000 cows, including nearly 1,000 specially raised organic cows, provide the milk for more than 200 dairy products, including 60 milk products alone, as well as whipping cream, sour cream, cottage cheese, ice cream and frozen novelties. visit www.shamrockfarms.net for more information
	Rainbow Valley Cheese Location: Maricopa, AZ Ingredient: Cheese Rainbow Valley Farmer’s Cheese is made by a local family-owned company in Maricopa, AZ. Rainbow Valley Nursery began when Denise Diederich and Sheri Doramus started growing and selling flowers from the backyard of their Phoenix home in 1998. They are now located out on a 7.3 acre farm where they make their own farmer’s cheese based on Denise’s great grandmother’s recipe from the 1930s. Rainbow Valley Cheese is vegetarian, gluten free, and friendly for the lactose intolerant.
	AIPC Heartland Pasta Location: Tolleson, AZ Ingredient: Pasta Heartland Pasta has partnered with the American Heart Association and the Whole Grains Council to provide a healthy line of whole grain, fiber, ALA and omega-3 and organic pastas. The American Italian Pasta Company (AIPC) was founded in 1988 and has grown to be North America’s largest producer of dry pasta. With a healthy pasta production facility in Tolleson, AZ, AIPC Heartland Pasta was a natural partner to support Sun Devil Dining’s local sourcing initiatives.
	Briggs & Eggers Orchards Location: Wilcox, AZ Ingredient: Apples, Peaches and Plums Joe and Jean Briggs began their fruit farm in 1968 and were later joined by Lance and Melissa Eggers. The family farm is located on 400 acres at the base of Mount Graham. The farm has been growing organically since 1990 without the use of chemical pesticides, herbicides or fertilizers. Sugar content, flavor and maturity are tested to determine when the fruit is at its peak of perfection. All fruit is handpicked, washed in pure well water, and often ships within 48 hrs of harvest.
	Maya’s Farm (The Farm on South Mountain) Location: Phoenix, AZ Ingredients: Select greens and produce Maya's Farm is a small sustainable, hand cut farming operation which provides high quality consciously grown specialty vegetables, herbs and flowers for markets, schools and restaurants in Metro Phoenix. The farm is situated on 1.5 acres in an ancient riverbed, where natural deposits create a perfect medium for growing beautiful root vegetables, tasty greens and gorgeous flowers. Maya’s desire to see real food back on our tables in our schools has led her back to life of farming. As Maya says, “Farming is about being a part of something larger than oneself and trusting and honoring in this sacredness. It is my relationship with the earth that keeps me farming.”
	Seacat Gardens Location: Wilcox, AZ Ingredient: Produce Seacat Gardens is a family-owned enterprise specializing in growing often rare heirloom vegetables with an emphasis on European, especially Italian, varietals. All of our produce is organically grown, following best agricultural practices. “Starting a new business from backyard gardening as a base is a risky proposition at best. The Engrained café and ASU offer an opportunity for stability at Seacat Gardens and allows us to continue our search and experimentation to grow varieties of vegetables not often seen here in the Valley.” – Carl Seacat
	CleanFish Alliance Clean Fish evolved in 2004 when an environmentalist and seafood industry executive joined forces to tackle the unsustainable practices of the conventional fishing industry. Mission CleanFish aims to reform the seafood supply chain by connecting small-scale suppliers to food industry distributors, building a market for environmentally sustainable seafood. Tapping into the rising consumer demand for eco-friendly seafood, CleanFish ensures “fish you can trust.” Suppliers The CleanFish Alliance is comprised of 30 artisan producers engaged in both aquaculture and wild fishing. Under the umbrella of CleanFish, these small suppliers are able to expand their business to larger markets and scale up their impact as eco-conscious seafood providers. Products CleanFish has an extensive variety of farmed and wild-caught seafood - from shrimp caught off the coast of Mexico to halibut raised on a family farm in Colorado.
	Java EcoGrounds Java City launched the Eco-Grounds initiative in response to the coffee industry’s disastrous cycle of low coffee prices, low labor wages, poor farming practices, and poor coffee quality. EcoGrounds promotes: economic equity, social responsibility, and ecological integrity. To ensure sustainable agricultural practices, Java City sources from third-party certified programs such as Rainforest Alliance, Fair Trade, and USDA Organic. EcoGrounds takes a holistic approach to guarantee that producers receive fair prices, raise farmer incomes, build long-term relationships with individual farming communities, improve social welfare, and protect biodiversity and ecosystem health.