Earth wise Photos: Bret Christensen
Story: Melissa Mendonca
Profile
Mark Eidman had lived on a cattle and sheep ranch and was managing the Tehama District Fairgrounds – as he still does – nearly a decade ago when he met the woman who would become his wife. Mary Jayne, a restaurant owner and already a fan of local food, recognized that “while he was actually living the (country) life, I was dreaming of it.” Once Mary Jayne realized that Mark also knew his regional wines and wine makers, romance blossomed. Today, the two are inspiring others to environmental stewardship and a commitment to local foods through the Slow Food movement while also promoting the economic development of Red Bluff through events and activities at the fairgrounds and historic downtown.
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