It’s no wonder that environmentally conscious diners think twice about ordering bottled water from the restaurants that they frequent, but for patrons of VSAG client restaurants Founding Farmers and Farmers & Fishers, there’s not bottled water available.  At least not the ‘fancy’ imported kind – their water comes from the Washington DC water authority – right out of the tap!  Since the opening of Founding Farmers in fall 2008, the Natura water filtration system has been used in house, and was installed at Farmers & Fishers last spring to eliminate bottled water and the waste it creates.   The system intakes tap water from the local supply and superfilters and mineralizes it for fresh, clean water to serve to guests, all without the use of chemicals and with a choice of room temperature, chilled, or sparkling.

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VSAG is not only leading the way in restaurant consulting, but has taken hands on knowledge and experience in Social Media Marketing and  has lent its social media expertise to the University of Texas at Dallas (UTD), where they launched the first Social Media Coordinators Pilot Program this fall.  This pilot program is a component of the university’s current progress towards becoming a Tier-1 national research university, and is the foundation of VSAG’s new business model for providing social media marketing services to its clients. Read the rest of this entry »

VSAG is proud of how well Farmers & Fishers did at the Arts on Foot event. They sold over 700 slices of carrot cake! See the post below from the Farmers & Fishers blog:

Well, Farmers & Fishers is certainly going to claim that title even if there wasn’t a true competition!   This past Saturday they sold more than 700 slices of our scrumptious, homemade carrot cake roll with whipped cream cheese frosting, candied walnuts and caramel drizzle at Arts on Foot…that’s a LOT of cake!   Just ask our super pastry maker, Supaya, who made it all, and delicious it was! Read the rest of this entry »

On Labor Day Monday (9.07) Founding Farmers Mixologist Josh Tugjnyam appeared on the WUSA9 morning show and prepared the official cocktail of Brazil – the caipirinha – in celebration of Brazilian Independence Day.   Founding Farmers Chief Mixologist Jon Arroyo is the DC Brand Ambassador for Cabana Cachaça the upscale double distilled Brazilian Rum that is the key ingredient in the caipirinha.  Jon was away on holiday, so Josh stepped in to shake up some great cocktails.   See the video for yourself, and the food demo with Farmers & Fishers Sous Chef Mario Pineda, who prepared the very popular Heritage Truck-style Fish Tacos. No holidays for busy restaurants!

Huh very cool….and guess which original LEED Gold, hip and casual farm-fed restaurant was included on his very exclusive list of top places to eat in DC?  That’s right…Founding Farmers!

VSAG is so proud that Founding Farmers is in this very distinctive group of dining establishments – some tried and true, some more classically DC than others, and still others like Founding Farmers, the new kids on the block that are turning heads!   Thanks Tommy!

VSAG is excited that Founding Farmers continues to attract the design community. It’s a great fit for the restaurant and keeps us tuned in on the design scene. On July 29 a group architects and designers gathered with hosts Lusive Lighting at Founding Farmers to check out the space (and the lighting design!),  and they had a great time.   The restaurant’s community tables are perfect for groups of up to 12 and if you’re interested in arranging a special dinner or reception for a larger group, Founding Farmers is happy to accommodate.   See the pics and information from DCdesignBlog.   Founding Farmers and VSAG appreciate the support of our award-winning design and love to share it!

VSAG is working with Founding Farmers on Whiskey Week, part of our celebration of  the latest addition to the bar - Founding Farmers’ own Rye Whisky, Exclusively Hand Crafted by Wasmund’s, at the Copper Fox Distillery in Sperryville, VA. Events like these help us keep guests involved in the business and help VSAG hear what they are thinking. Read the rest of this entry »

Founding Farmers Uncorks Exclusive Founding Farmers Rye Whisky by Wasmund’s Custom Blend From Copper Fox Distillery of Sperryville, VA Celebrates Local Sourcing

VSAG proudly announces that Founding Farmers, Washington, DC’s eco-friendly restaurant with sustainable agriculture at the heart of the menu, has furthered its commitment to sourcing locally with the launch of Founding Farmers’ Rye Whisky Exclusively Hand Crafted by Wasmund’s.     The special distillation made exclusively for Founding Farmers, and only available at the restaurant, will be uncapped and celebrated with “Founding Farmers Whisky Week”, June 8 – 13, 2009. Read the rest of this entry »