Congratulations to the 2017 Local Hero Winners

Every autumn, readers of Edible Rhody are invited to vote for their local food heroes, as a way to honor the people who bring us our food and drink. We’d like to extend our thanks to all of you who voted for the chefs who feed us; the artisans who tempt us; the farmers who produce flavorful foods; the food, wine and retail stores that inspire us; and the nonprofits that effect change in our food community.

Farm/Farmer
Gil & Sandie Barden, Barden Family Orchard

Chef/Restaurant
James Mark, north and north Bakery

Food Artisan
Ciril Hitz, Johnson & Wales University and BreadHitz.com

Beverage Artisan
Robin Squibb, Granny Squibb’s Iced Tea

Food, Wine, Retail Shop
cluck! Farm and Garden Supply

Food-related Nonprofit
Amos House