Fairview Farm
Address:
Fairview Farm at Mecox - 19 Horsemill Lane Bridgehampton, NY 11932
History:
Fairview Farms at Mecox was instituted in the 1870s by Harry’s great-grandfather, Gurden Ludlow. After four generations of potato farming, Harry Ludlow and his brother Art decided to create two separate farms: Harry’s Fairview Farm focuses on vegetables while Art markets livestock products. Fairview Farm cultivates a variety of fruits, vegetables, and herbs, and their chef Meredith Ludlow produces a variety of homemade pies, cookies, challah, bread, jam and jellies, and rotisserie chicken and duck. In the fall they organize an eight-acre corn maze for families to enjoy.
The Team And Their Roles:
Harry Ludlow: “The Scientist”
Once Harry Ludlow was given the keys to his family’s farm, his primary purpose was crystal clear: to produce top-quality goods to sell to his customers. Harry, “the scientist,” has innovated various potions to achieve his goals. He has used his chemistry to create a lavender-purple substance to preserve the freshness of his crops; the potion bubbles vigorously to indicate that the fruits and vegetables have been successfully preserved. His second concoction is sprinkled in the soil to accentuate the flavors and vibrant hues of the various crops in his garden. Harry has calculated the precise timing and environmental conditions for his crops to flourish to their fullest potential using biology.
Meredith Ludlow: “The Artist”
Meredith Ludlow is the “artist” of Fairview Farm because her recipes are full of expressiveness and spontaneity. As customers try her pies, their taste buds will dance and sing with joy. In her pot pies, Meredith will utilize the vegetables she has on hand, the seasonal vegetables, rather than adhering to a specific combination of vegetables. She has created a secret glaze that she brushes onto each and every baked good she sells to her loyal customers with her fanned paintbrush.
Adapting Through The Years:
Twenty years ago, the Ludlows were potato farmers. Harry Ludlow and his brother Art Ludlow decided to alter the course of their family’s farm in several ways, creating a tension between their long-standing traditions and the way they run their business, involving technology, machinery, products, recipes, and to whom they sell. The potatoes require ample acreage, so the Ludlows were receiving a low-profit margin from their only product. As they were losing their base land, the switch seemed obvious to them. Rather than specializing in a single commodity, Harry and his brother focus on products for the local market. Chef Meredith Ludlow is skilled at observing what recipes the customers are interested in. She cleverly uses the vegetables she has on hand for her pot-pies, ensuring that all supplies are used effectively. The Ludlows have noticed that their specific breed of customers are looking for top-quality crops and prepared food over inexpensive prices. To support this method they have invested in the most expensive models of equipment, such as an electric egg washer for their Challah. Since they value quality over a low-cost operator, they use real vanilla for their extract and the highest-quality flour. The Ludlows hire passionate staff members to guarantee that their business will maintain its quality and precision for its customers.
Dylan’s Nutritious Twist On Farms Recipe:
Key Lime Pie
Ingredients:
Crust:
10 pitted dates
1 and ¼ cup raw cashews
⅚ cup almond flour
1 and ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tsp Himalayan salt
3 and ¾ teaspoon lime juice
⅛ teaspoon fresh lime juice
Filling:
3 overripe avocados (for creamy pie filling)
¼ cup unsweetened low-fat coconut milk
¼ cup fresh lime juice
⅓ cup maple syrup
¾ cup coconut oil
⅛ teaspoon lime extract
1 and ⅛ teaspoon lime zest
Directions:
Crust:
Place the crust ingredients to a food processor or blender; blend until ingredients are well-combined into a dough-like consistency. Line your 8-inch pie dish and evenly press the dough into the bottom and on the sides. Place in freezer while making the pie filling.
Filling:
Add the filling ingredients into a blender or food processor, while leaving out ⅛ teaspoon of lime zest (for garnish). Blend the ingredients; the mixture should possess a creamy and smooth consistency (no lumps).
Construction:
Spread the filling evenly in the pie crust. Use a spatula to achieve an even finish. Sprinkle the ⅛ teaspoon of lime zest in the center of the pie for decoration. Store pie in the freezer for 45 minutes or 3 hours in the refrigerator.
Enjoy the benefits of this guiltless dessert, which only contains whole foods! None of the ingredients are processed.
Nutrition Info:
16 servings per pie
Serving size 1 slice
273 calories
13 grams of carbohydrates
7 grams of sugar
22 grams of fat
4 grams of protein
3 grams of fiber
Health Benefits:
Dates are a great source of iron, magnesium, and potassium. This fruit has a natural sweetness to it: a perfect substitute for refined sugar.
Cashews are a great source of fat and protein. Studies have indicated that they may reduce blood pressure.
Lime juice is high in Vitamin C; it may promote healthy skin.
Avocados are loaded with healthy fats (monounsaturated fatty acids) and fiber. They contain more potassium than bananas.
Coconut oil contains healthy fatty acids.
