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About Edible Island

It seems like everyone - from high-end designers to fast food chains - have jumped on the "sustainable bandwagon" these days. But here on the Vineyard, we've stayed closely connected to the land for generations. The spirit of local living is perfectly personified in the "local guy makes good" story of Chris Fischer, whose travels have brought him to the kitchens of some of NYs most prestigious restaurants, and back again to his roots on MV farms. Chris comes from a long line of Vineyard farmers and was raised on growing, harvesting, foraging and fishing. Plum is fortunate to have partnered with Chris for a new show Edible Island which will focus on the bounty of the Vineyard, the people who make a living growing and gathering, and unique recipes incorporating the best the island has to offer. You can also find Chris at the West Tisbury Farmer's Market every Saturday (Wed & Sat as of July) selling vegetables from his family farm (be sure to sample his baby potatoes, they're everything you never thought a potato could be) and doing what he does best - encouraging people to buy local, for the sake of their health - and the health of our precious island.

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Edible Island - Fishing Off Squibby

With lunch looming, Chris and Molly Fischer hit the open water off Squibnocket in search of bass. Their search, however, ends with only a few feeble nibbles as the height of the excursion’s excitement — so much for living up to their last name. Maybe it was the eel bait, or maybe it was the hook, but the bass just weren’t fooled. Fear not though, Chris came prepared with some back-up tuna that they deliciously prepare and devour — raw. Yum!

August 31, 2008 by Kathryn Barrows in Video

Edible Island - Visting Mermaid Farm

Chris Fischer visits Mermaid Farm in West Tisbury. As the largest — with four cows — and only dairy farm on the Vineyard, they produce their own milk and make their own yogurt. After a morning jaunt to a secret blueberry patch Chris returns to enjoy his foraged findings with some ultra-fresh yogurt. All in all, it was a very good morning.

August 26, 2008 by Kathryn Barrows , Mermaid Farm in Video

Edible Island - West Tisbury Farmer's Market

Chris Fischer picks up tips from farmers/fruit growers Ralph and Ethel Sherman and visits with them at the West Tisbury Farmer's Market.

August 6, 2008 by Kathryn Barrows in Video

Edible Island - Family Fishing With Chris, Molly, & Albert Fischer

Chris Fischer and his sister, derby hero Molly, go fishing with their dad Albert, then grill up the day's bounty and sit down together for an al fresco family meal.