Farm-to-table
Despite the growth in the farm-to-table restaurants the movement has been met with some criticism. Critics argue the interest in knowing where your food comes from and ensuring it is locality sourced is just another food fad for millennials. Furthermore, the higher price point that many restaurants are forced to demand, given the higher costs of production and lower economies of scale, also make farm-to-table food less accessible for many people. The movement was originally closed tied to "tree-hugging elitists," who were able to afford farm-to-table food. Lastly, critics argue that the farm-to-table term is not fully understood by consumers. For example, foods advertised as farm-to-table are considered healthier regardless of actual nutritional content.
Portland, Louisville
In an attempt to revitalise the community, the Table, a pay-what-you-can restaurant, was started November 2015. The Table since then has exploded and was featured on food networks Diners Drive in and Dives show. The Table has provided gourmet, nourishing food for homeless people and encourages working instead of handouts.