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Taste of WSU: University's links to food span state
By Loretto J. Hulse, Herald staff writer
SEATTLE -- What has Washington State University done for you lately? Chances are there's produce, wine, even cheese in your fridge, pantry or wine cellar that wouldn't be there without research done at the university.
"If you've ever eaten Rainier cherries, snacked on Washington-grown raspberries and strawberries or sipped one of our state's premium wines you've already sampled some of the products of WSU research," said Dan Bernardo, dean of the WSU College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences.
Learn what Bernardo and his fellow WSU researchers have done for our state at "A Taste of WSU," an event showcasing the connections between WSU and Washington's residents.
A dozen of the Seattle area's top chefs will be serving up treats made from Washington-produced ingredients along with tastings of Washington wines, beers and ciders. The ingredients' producers and WSU researchers with whom they work also will be on hand to discuss the connections.
The event runs from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 28 at Benaroya Hall, 200 University St. in Seattle. Cost is $50.
One of the more exotic items on this year's menu will be farmed elk, showcasing a partnership between WSU Kittitas County Extension livestock educator Tip Hudson and Puget Sound Energy. Hudson works with PSE to graze the elk on one of the company's wind farms.
Linda Kirk Fox, associate vice president and dean of WSU Extension, said it's the their service that makes WSU accessible to the entire state.
"Extension brings the knowledge and resources of WSU to every county and corner of the state through its county extension offices," she said.
"You may be surprised at the array of resources available from WSU in your own community, and this event is a fun opportunity for finding out how extension brings WSU face to face with communities throughout the state."
In Benton and Franklin counties, you'll find the addresses and phone numbers of the various the Extension offices listed in the phone book with the other county offices. Or go to http://ext.wsu.edu and click on "Office Locations."
WSU Extension and the College of Agricultural, Human and Natural Resource Sciences are sponsoring "A Taste of WSU" as part of the WSU Week in Seattle celebration.
For more information or to register to attend, go to www.wsuinseattle.wsu.edu/day2/taste.aspx.
*Loretto J. Hulse: 582-1513; lhulse@tricityherald.com
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