It's us!, It's us! Well, ok, it's not exactly us. But close! Bon Appetit Magazine did a story in the October issue which named Durham-Chapel Hill, North Carolina "America's Foodiest Small Town." (Seriously- should that even count? It's really two towns. I'm just sayin') BUT- On page 99, there is also a list of Runners-up, and Eugene, Oregon is the first town on that list! (Eugene also has the honor of being home to TW Pewter/Crosby & Taylor! )
As a resident of Eugene, I am honored that our town was chosen for this list. And I do believe we deserve the recognition. I couldn't find this honorable mention on their website, though, just in the print magazine. So here's what Bon Appetit had to say about Eugene:
"With the coast, the mountains, the wine-rich Willamette Valley, and acres of dense forests just outside it's back door, it's easy to see why this countercultural hub bristles with first-rate ingredients. Ride your bike to the Lane County Farmers Market for local cheeses, foraged mushrooms, truffles, wild berries, and lots of other organic produce. This isn't a restaurant town, but it is a home cook's paradise."
I'm a home-cook, and I do believe I'm in paradise. I've never picked up any truffles though. Well, only the chocolate kind. I'll have to check the other ones out. Yay, Eugene!
Oh, and congratulations Durham and Chapel Hill! :)
-Jen
