 You’re sitting at the table, the hum of conversation wraps around you, glasses clink softly, the scent of fresh herbs roasting in the kitchen drifts your way. The craft cocktail you ordered is glowing under the warm, moody lighting. Your first sip is bright and fresh, with a hint of Ontario berries on your tongue, setting the stage for what’s to come. You hear “oh wow, that looks amazing,” from the guests that can’t help but stare. You look at your date, eyes widened as your server sets down a medium rare, dry-aged steak. The scent tempts you, but the seared crust seals the deal. You pick up your steak knife, secretly proud of the one you chose; now it’s just you and that perfect first bite. The knife slides through effortlessly, revealing the tender, rich interior. But what you’re tasting isn’t just a perfectly cooked steak — it’s the story of Ontario farmers and a kitchen committed to local ingredients.
Every ingredient, every detail, every bite — that’s what being FeastON® certified means. Grassroots, alongside sister restaurant Two Forks, are the only restaurants in the community to earn this stamp of approval, we call it our ‘Love Letter to Local.’ Behind it all are Chef Rob Lampman and co-owner Terrie Collard, whose shared vision has always been to showcase the best of the region. The steak that just blew your mind? Ontario Beef, rich and marbled, raised less than 200 km from our restaurants. The colourful heirloom carrots that explode with sweetness and earthy flavour? Burkes Produce, a family-owned market and trusted supplier since day one. Fluffy mashed potatoes, creamy and buttery, soak up every last drop of our housemade red wine demi-glace. While the demi is all us, every other ingredient tells a story of local hands and hearts, and we couldn’t do it without them.
Fresh-caught Lake Erie Pickerel arrives daily from Steelhead, trusted not just for quality, but for the relationships behind each delivery. Slegers Organic Greens supplies our living microgreens, herbs, and lettuces still rooted in soil, bringing bursts of colour and flavour to every plate. Our friends at COBS Bread deliver warm focaccia, baked the very same morning. They never miss the chance to tuck in a few extra treats for the team, a little reminder what makes our local partnerships so special. Being FeastON® certified isn’t just a badge on the wall –– it’s a promise. A promise that every ingredient has a story, every producer has a face, and every bite supports the farmers, fishers, bakers, and artisans who make it all possible.
So go ahead – dig into that dry-aged steak, sip your berry-bright cocktail, swoon over the warm pull of the focaccia. Here, dining isn’t just about food, It’s about community and celebrating what Ontario has to offer. Every dish has a story, and now, you’re part of it.
if you go📍 Grassroots - 100 Wilson Ave, St. Thomas ON 🔗 www.grassroots-stthomas.ca ☎️ 519.631.1429 📍 Two Forks - 295 Bridge St, Port Stanley ON 🔗 www.twoforks-portstanley.ca ☎️ 226.658.4887 AuthorMackenzie Adams • St. Thomas, ON • August 2025
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