Nature’s Bounty: An Omnivore’s Delight

A temperate climate, ample rainfall, and countless valleys with unique growing conditions make the Central Cascades an omnivore’s delight, renowned for its locally grown organic fruit, mushrooms, and wine, and its wild salmon runs.

“When I worked as a chef in New York City we flew morels in from Oregon. But when I relocated to Hood River, a scruffy looking forager came knocking on my door with fresh boletus, chanterelles, and morels. This was a turning point for me. I started connecting with local farmers, ranchers, and fishermen from the coast."
—Ben Stenn, Chef and Managing Partner, Celilo Restaurant, Hood River, OR

Examples of Nature’s Bounty

Rogue Creamery
Rogue Creamery is an artisan cheese company, with people dedicated to sustainability and the art and tradition of making the world’s finest handmade cheese. The creamery’s history dates back to the Great Depression, and it is globally recognized and award-winning for artisan cheese products crafted…
Location: 311 N Front St, Central Point, OR 97502
Friendly Haven Rise Biodynamic Farm
Reconnect with food at its source by preparing a garden fresh meal, and then stay the night at this educational biodynamic farm. Friendly Haven Rise Biodynamic Farm offers classes that teach sustainable ways to live on the land with a good heart for all who…
Location: 20309 NE 242nd Ave, Battle Ground, WA 98604
Celilo Restaurant and Bar
Celilo’s owners established the restaurant to be an outlet for the amazing food products that come out of this region. From the interior crafted by local artisans to their commitment to local food and culture, Celilo brings out the best of the Hood River region…
Location: Hood River, OR
Around the Table
Around the Table was founded on the belief that gathering around a table to share a meal with a loved one, a colleague or a stranger, is one of life’s simple pleasures and an experience filled with great power. Food, being a universal experience, has…
Location: 316 NE Dallas Street, Camas
Olympia Farmers Market
The Olympia Farmers Market is the social hub of Olympia for 9 months of the year with entertainment and the finest array of farm fresh products from South Sound farmers, artisans and crafts people. Approximately 45-50 vendors market offer a range of products from farm…
Location: 700 Capitol Way North, Olympia, WA 98501