Sustainability

Artisan Restaurant Collection is committed to maintaining strict sustainability standards in our kitchens. We believe innovation, technology, and ingenuity will generate changes to make our lives better.

Sustainability in our kitchens means...

LOCALLY GROWN

Food traveling fewer miles typically means a smaller carbon footprint. Support of local farmers maintains regional agricultural production connecting urban areas to nearby farming communities and keeps food deserts at bay in our urban communities.

ORGANIC

Support of organic farmers helps us live the promise of giving back to the communities we serve. Organic farming supports pollinators, too! More nutrient dense food equals a healthier and happier quality of life.

FRESH

Whole, single-ingredient fresh foods are the optimal choice. Foods free from processing and prepared with care honor the source, our planet, and our health.

NOURISHING

Healthy options are not only available but plentiful, beautifully and attractively displayed as the star of the show.

REUSABLE DINNERWARE

The optimal choice for dining service is china and flatware (or other reusable dinnerware), with the lowest environmental impact.

PLANT FORWARD

Attractive and nutritious vegan, vegetarian and veg-centric (using a little meat as flavor enhancement).

FOOD RESCUE & WASTE PREVENTION

Not only a part of our mission and promise, but it's always a core part of our culinary operations.







CLIMATE CHANGE:
FIGHT WITH YOUR FORK
SMALL STEPS WITH BIG IMPACT


ETHICAL EATING

HOW CAN WE START EATING OUR WAY TO A BETTER WORLD?

Plug into ethical eating. That means doing it the right way. In a macro sense, what's right for the world; in a micro sense. what's right for self health.


EAT WITH THE SEASONS

MAKE IT HABIT TO VISIT FARMERS MARKETS

Seasonal fruits and vegetables produced on local farms are often fresher, as they do not require long distances for transport. Also, crops picked at their peak of ripeness are also better tasting and full of flavor.


EAT LOCAL

SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY

Local farmers market, through local Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs operating in your area and at restaurants and businesses committed to seasonal, local food..


START COMPOSTING

SHARE YOUR FOOD STORY

The first step toward composting is knowing what can be composted in your kitchen. Composting is easy. Grab a composting pail and get started in your kitchens today!