Location:

Liam's Restaurant
113 E Jackson St,
Thomasville, GA

Event Date

Wednesday, May 7th 7:00pm

Chef

Michael Stanley

Farm

Walker Farms

A portion of the proceeds from this event will support the Second Harvest Food Bank of South Georgia.

Liam's Restaurant

The Edible Agriculture Tour is headed for Thomasville! Don't miss this chance to enjoy an exclusive menu from Liam's Restaurant Chef de Cuisine Michael Stanley' Michael Stanley featuring farm-fresh, local produce, meats, seafood and cheese. Are you ready to eat the best Georgia has to offer? Reservations required. Call today to reserve your seat at the table!

About the Restaurant ▼

Liam's Restaurant

13 E Jackson St, Thomasville, GA 31792

Liam's Restaurant. The Alter of Good Food.

Liam's Restaurant is nestled in the heart of historic Downtown Thomasville, Ga. Rhonda, Scott & Liam Foster have been Liam's owners and operators since its inception in 2002. Liam's staff goes to great lengths to ensure a higher quality dining experience with varied seasonal menus. They believe a great meal should be born of passion, tradition and celebration. They hope to entice your palate and spark your enthusiasm for an exceptional dining experience. Eat well. Be well.

With nearly 30 years in the restaurant industry Liam's Chef/Owner Scott Foster has a proven reputation for creativity and letting the true flavors of the food shine through. Trained through the American Culinary Federation Apprenticeship Program, he is a longtime advocate for fresh and naturally raised and grown food.

About the Chef ▼
Event Chef

Michael Stanley

Chef de Cuisine

Liam's Chef Michael Stanley studied at Tante Marie outside of London. Stanley has traveled the world working with a range of ingredients and chefs, including Chef Gordon Ramsey. He brings his worldly experience to Liam's in Thomasville, where he executes a 'Sinfully Delicious' fresh, flavorful menu.

Likes: Iron Man, Tacos & Elderflower Liquor. Dislikes: Denver (not John), formal-wear & foods that don't know if they are vegetables or grains

About the Farm ▼
Particpating Farms

Walker Farms

Walker Farms today is a certified organic farm with 67 cultivated acres, producing primarily vegetables and organic seed crops. Relinda Walker has been the farmer for 10 years, proudly growing healthy food for local and regional customers.

The farm was purchased by Relinda's grandfather, Frank Lafayette Walker, in 1925, the year Relinda's dad was born. Frank Alston Walker farmed the land from the time he returned from World War II in 1947 til his health forced him to retire from active farm management in 2002. The farm was his passion and the only job he ever held.

Relinda's dad, who primarily grew traditional row crops, was recognized as a successful producer and a good steward of the land. He was also among the first in the region to grow watermelons and cantaloupes commercially, and his roadside sales attested to the quality of these crops.

The evolution of Walker Farms to an organic enterprise began when Relinda returned to the farm to start growing specialty produce for restaurants, stores and local customers. The process was one of intensive learning: from her father about the basics of growing and from a remarkably generous network of farmers, researchers, and extension folks willing to share experiences and work together to find more sustainable ways of farming. The farm was certified organic in 2005.

After a career in education and technology management, Relinda considers the job of growing good food the most important and rewarding of her life. She was honored in 2011 as the Georgia Organics Land Steward of the Year.