A few months back each Edible publication around the country asked their readers to tell them about their favorite local heroes–the farmer who raises the most perfect ruby radishes and pastured pigs; the chef who rocks not just the kitchen but a sense of community; the non-profit that’s changing the way people eat in parts of the borough that need it most; the cheesemonger with a heart of gold and even better Gouda.
You talked to us–especially those of you who live in Red Hook, and at last, we have the results for Brooklyn. We can’t offer these folks much more than our respect and our eternal gratitude–and maybe a listing in the magazine–but we hope you’ll take the time to get to know all of them a little better. To that end, below are the winners of the 2012 Edible Brooklyn Local Hero Awards.
1. Farm or Farmer:
Red Hook Community Farm/Added Value
2. Restaurant:
The Good Fork
3. Food Shop:
Stinky Bklyn
4. Food or Beverage Artisan:
Ian McConnell, head brewer, Sixpoint Craft Ales
5. Nonprofit:
Tie: Slow Food USA (headquartered in Brooklyn) and Red Hook Community Farm/Added Value
