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Tender Greens opens airport concept

September 23, 2013

Tender Greens, known for its chef-driven, farmer's market sensible dishes, has opened a new concept called Garden by Tender Greens in the Commuter Terminal at San Diego International Airport in partnership with global restaurateur HMSHost.

Garden by Tender Greens is an airport-savvy version of the local farm-to-fork restaurants, where guests will find fresh-picked produce from Scarborough Farms, hormone- and antibiotic-free Mary's Chicken, grass-fed beef, heritage pork, Pacific salmon, seasonal vegetables from local farms and fresh baked breads from local artisan bakery Con Pane Rustic Bread, said Owner and Co-founder Erik Oberholtzer.

"We're dedicated to providing the finest ingredients to our customers at a fair value, and we'll bring that same commitment to the quality of the food that guests are used to experiencing at Tender Greens restaurants," he said. "Travelers will be excited to find thoughtful food at our restaurant that is chef-driven, made-from-scratch and wholesome."

A new and noteworthy element at Garden will be its Churrasco, a Brazilian-style grill that cooks meat on rotating skewers, allowing the meat to cook thoroughly and stay moist, fresh and hot, Oberholtzer said.

Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, Garden's menu will offer a light breakfast selection designed for travelers on-the-go, including Strauss organic yogurt and bacon and eggs with Weiser Family Farms potatoes. The daytime menu will offer a choice of protein or veggies in a Panini or on a salad. In addition, guests will find a variety of chef-composed salads, such as organic kale with shaved baby beets, rainbow carrots and roasted garlic vinaigrette and Little Gem Lettuces with avocado, queso fresco, cilantro and lime vinaigrette, Oberholtzer said.

For those with a sweet tooth, Garden will offer a selection of house-made baked goods and locally sourced coffee. Prices range from $5 to $12 per item.

Located in the Commuter Terminal, the restaurant will offer made-to-order items, as well as grab-and-go options, for the busy traveler who may not have time to sit and enjoy a meal. In addition, Garden also will feature a full bar with hand-crafted cocktails, California wine and San Diego craft beer.

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