Equally important is our commitment to not only Sacramento’s “Farm to Fork” movement but to “Fair Trade” and all it stands for.

We knew that Sacramento’s strong “Farm to Fork’ Capitol was ideal for forging relationships with growers and sourcing some of the best seasonal and locally grown agricultural products available, but we believe that sustainability, fair labor practices and human rights are equally or even more important. Annette, with her background in Fair Trade has applied these principles to an industry not necessarily known for this.

“We utilized several of the artisan groups that we have established long term working relationships with to see how we could apply their products in
our new business”, says Annette Ballestero.

• Our handmade & hand-painted ceramic plate-ware is sourced from a Fair-Trade cooperative in Tunisia that provides a living wage and exceptional working conditions.
• Our T-shirts & Staff Aprons are not only made from Organic cotton, but they are certified Fair Trade to be sure that there is no forced labor in an industry known for unfair labor practices.
• All our craft sodas, tea, coffee and sugar are certified Fair Trade.
• Our dining room, back bar and tables were made from sustainable & locally reclaimed wood and our beautiful dining room lights are made from handblown glass from a local CA glassblower.
• We source as much as we can locally, then ethically & Fair Trade globally.