San Antonio Food Bank Launches Inaugural Restaurant Weeks: A Farm-to-Table Experience

What sets this event apart is the direct connection to the San Antonio Food Bank's own agricultural efforts. The Food Bank cultivates 25 acres across three unique sections at its main facility and an additional 50 acres at the historic Mission San Juan Capistrano, a World Heritage site. These farms produce a variety of fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables that are distributed to families in need across Southwest Texas. Now, these same nutrient-rich crops are making their way into the kitchens of participating restaurants for a limited-time culinary experience.

Each participating restaurant has crafted a signature dish featuring produce grown on the Food Bank's farms, highlighting their unique culinary style while showcasing the flavors of fresh, local ingredients. This initiative not only celebrates local cuisine but also shines a spotlight on the Food Bank's innovative, sustainable approach to addressing food insecurity at its root.

Proceeds from each featured dish will directly benefit the Food Bank's Summer Meals for Kids campaign, a critical program designed to bridge the 20 million meal gap children face during summer break, providing vital nutrition for youth who may otherwise go without. Each establishment has committed to raising at least $500 through the event, with every $1 raised equating to seven meals for local children.

Diners can support the cause by enjoying the signature dishes at participating restaurants, where $1 from each dish sold will be donated back to the Food Bank. Additionally, each restaurant features a unique QR code allowing guests to contribute toward that restaurant's fundraising goal, either in-store or online here.

Participating restaurants already signed up include Supper at Hotel Emma, Pharm Table, The Jerk Shack, Sari-Sari Filipino Restaurant & Market, Naco Mexican Eatery, and more. To view the full list of restaurants, visit the San Antonio Food Bank website here.

About the San Antonio Food Bank:
Founded in 1980, the San Antonio Food Bank serves one of the largest service areas in Southwest Texas, providing food assistance to over 100,000 individuals each week. Through a network of more than 500 partner agencies, the Food Bank distributes nearly 100 million pounds of food annually. Its mission is to fight hunger through food distribution, programs, education, and advocacy, aiming to empower families toward long-term self-sufficiency.