Doing so is a plus in a number of ways…

• You are supporting your local community, neighbors, and your local economy.
• Independent restaurants are more likely to make food from scratch.
• You can most likely talk to the owners if you would like to find out more about the food you are eating (where it came from, if it is organic or locally grown, etc) and if you would like to make special requests such as having organic and sustainable food options on their menu.

Bon appetit!