This is an article titled “Back to Nature” that was printed in the Syracuse New Times publication 7/23/2008
-Going green has been a hot trend over the past few years and in conjunction with this revelation, the flower of all things organic has blossomed as well. Niles Gourmet Country Market & Bistro Cucina Rustica, 4588 Grange Hall Road, Niles, provides its customers with the taste and experience of organic cooking within a scenic country setting.
The bistro provides all natural and organic specialty foods from free range local meats to the vegetables directly taken from the garden of the three-acre piece of land surrounding the log cabin location. All meals are handmade from scratch and recipes are “made up as I go along,” says Sandie Becker, who owns and runs Niles Gourmet with her husband Eric. Sandie Becker prides herself on using foods that contain no pesticides, hormones or additives.
Originally from Ithaca—where organic is all the rage, Becker notes—the pair has always been very familiar with natural products and has been cooking organically for 20 years. In addition to the restaurant, there is an organic grocery store attached with local and international products available for purchase.
“I only stock organic products and will explain the health benefits of them to teach people how to eat right,” Becker continues. The store is stocked with produce from countries across the Atlantic such as Italy and France. Tasty options include organic chocolates, olive oil, Italian tomatoes, sauces, breads, and a variety of cheeses. (more…)
