seasonal

The locavore movement has shortened the distance from farm to fork. Some chefs have gone further, tending farms of their own. “A lot of heirloom vegetables never make it to restaurants; here’s a chance to grow them,” says Jose Garces, chef-owner of J.G. Domestic and other Philadelphia restaurants. He and others have taken hoe in hand to cultivate plots.

Come April 17, consumers across the country can release a tax-free sigh of relief over a celebratory discounted meal. A number of large chains and smaller indy restaurants are offering special breaks on what some customers consider the nation’s most dreaded day: Tax Day.

Sandwiches have moved way beyond peanut butter and jelly, tuna fish, and ham and swiss on rye. They've become a proving ground for testing new ingredients and flavor combinations, as well as a great option for featuring seasonal trends and produce.