Partnering with local farms is not just about fresh ingredients. It is about community, collaboration, and building a story your guests can connect with. In this episode of No Reservations, Kasey Anton shares how restaurants can tap into local partnerships to elevate their menus, engage their teams, and create marketing buzz that keeps diners returning.
If you have been overlooking local partnerships, this episode shows you how to make them a win for your guests, your community, and your bottom line.
You’ll learn
✅ How to highlight local farms on your menu to attract attention and build trust
✅ Why farm-fresh ingredients elevate both flavor and presentation
✅ Ways to involve your staff so they can confidently sell local specials
✅ How cross-promotions with farms open doors to new audiences
Action steps to try this week
- Feature one dish each week that highlights a local ingredient
- Add the farm’s name to your menu descriptions for transparency and appeal
- Invite a team member to visit a partner farm and share what they learned
- Collaborate with a farm on a small event, tasting, or giveaway
- Share photos or stories of your partnerships on social media
Resources
📘 Buy the Book: Profit First for Restaurants
🧠 Take the Online Course
📝 Download Free Tools
🎓 Get Certified
🌐 Visit the Website
