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Governor Martin O'Malley Hosts "Buy Local" Cookout |
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 ANNAPOLIS, MD (July 22, 2011)- Yesterday, Governor and First Lady O'Malley joined U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack to host the fourth annual "Buy Local" cook out to officially kick-off Maryland's "Buy Local Challenge" week, which challenges Marylanders to incorporate at least one locally-grown, produced or harvested product into their meals each day. At the Governor's cook out, 16 teams of local producers and chefs prepared creative recipes showcasing the diversity of local products available in Maryland. Government House chefs also prepared a few favorites recipes of theirs and the O'Malley family featuring local products.
Click here to view the 17 recipes featured at the cookout.
"Buy Local Challenge" week is July 23 through the 31. Buying locally is key to ensuring a smart, green and growing future for Maryland families. It preserves farmland, protects the environment, bolsters local economies, and provides wholesome, nutritious, great-tasting fresh food.
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