This last Sunday morning I had the great pleasure of being able to photograph and take part in (aka. devour) the beautifully crafted autumnal brunch dishes of Stacey Givens, owner of the Side Yard farm. Stacey began her organic urban farm in 2009, and ever since has been a supplier for local restaurants (Ned Ludd, Veritable Quandary), and regularly holds brunch supper clubs featuring her homegrown seasonal produce. In addition, she provides cooking classes and workshops on occasion. See previous and upcoming events here!
It was a beautiful fall rainy day and we were protected by a white sheet tent in the side yard (yep) of her farm, accompanied by warm and bubbly beverages and lovely company. I met some really wonderful people. I was spoiled with fantastic food. Everything was awesome. A great time was had by all.
The three course meal was absolutely spectacular. I was in foodie photography heaven.Let me lay it out for you.
1. Sweets
Pumpkin hot cakes. Pomegranate. Poached pear. Bacon fat cream cheese. Spice maple syrup.
2. Fall Hash
Hard cider braised pork. Yukons. Celeriac. Collard greens. Horseradish mustard seed creme. Farm fried egg.
3. Farm Benedict
House made crumpet. Charred brussels. Chanterelles. Braised escarole. Hollandaise. Poached farm egg.
*Not to forget the mimosas and the best coffee I’ve ever had by Ristretto Roasters (and I never drink caffeine)!
You guys, it was to die for. I’m telling you. I had such a blast taking these pictures! If you live in PDX, you must go. Please support her awesomeness and all of the awesomeness she does.
Here’s a sneak peak of the upcoming brunch next weekend!
fall crepes.
mike’s figs. chevre. local walnuts & honey
farm hash.
sweet potatoes. braised short ribs. roasted quince. shrooms. sorrel. jus
breaky sando.
buttermilk cheddar biscuit. dad’s fried chicken. farm egg. green tomato jam. spicy greens
And it looks like I’ll be the “official” farm photographer! Will take pictures for food!
