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July 08, 2013

South Park Hosts 'Edible Flowers' Food Fest

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It's a "Foodies Alert" for the adventurous: If you want to explore interesting dishes, in a charming and rustic setting, the 13th Annual Edible Flowers Food Fest will be held at 7 p.m. July 18th at the Buffalo Inn in South Park.

Reservations are required. The cost is $20 per guest, cash or check at the door only, and all proceeds will benefit Allegheny County Parks. To reserve your spot call (412) 473-2540 or email sew19@psu.edu with your name, daytime phone number and the number of people attending.

Presented by Allegheny County Parks and co-sponsored by the Penn State Master Gardeners of Allegheny County, 2013's selections highlight dishes featuring roses and lavender, a nod to some of the widest used edible flowers. The menu will include perennial favorites, many of which are gluten free.

Visitors will be able to sample:

  • Basil Lemonade (gluten free)

  • Strawberry Lavender Lemonade (gluten free)

  • Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Nasturtiums (gluten free)

  • Spring Greens with Lavender-Blueberry Vinegar (gluten free)

  • Oriental Broccoli Salad

  • Chicken with Lavender and Honey (gluten free)

  • Beef with a Cherry-Rose Chutney (gluten free)

  • Shrimp with Orange Ginger Sauce and edible flowers (gluten free)

  • Russian Teacakes with Lavender

  • Rose Petal Ice Cream

The Buffalo Inn is at 1801 Brownsville Road, South Park Township, and is completely accessible. Persons with special accessibility needs should let the Parks Department know when registering.






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