Minneapolis, Minn., February 27, 2012 GOOD EARTH in Edina has always been a Farm-to-Table restaurant, and in Carrie Nielsen it boasts a true farm-to-table chef.

I was born into a farming family in Everly, Iowa, the daughter of an expert home cook whod not only mastered pickling, preserving and head cheese-making, but grounded me in classical French cooking techniques, says Carrie.

My mother grew much of her own food, and had total respect for it. Thats the philosophy I bring to GOOD EARTH.

Scratch cooking from the best ingredients is everything.

GOOD EARTH provides great opportunities for a chef, says Carrie. I can source the best local products and have them delivered directly from the farm. I enjoy chatting with farmers and building relationships. And I love the idea of introducing great ingredients to the diversity of our guests in our dining room, through our catering, and at our deli.

Having come from Salut Bar Américain, Im also looking forward to introducing guests to some French flavors, too Provençal in the spring and summer, moving more into Alsatian when the colder weather hits.

And as part of our mission to serve food that people can feel truly good about eating, Im excited to work with Chef Tim McKee in continuing our monthly spotlight on great ingredients.

Right Now: A focus on flax seed, jicama and watercress

The nutritional profiles of these ingredients are amazing, explains Nielsen. Flax seed is a superb source of Omega-3s. Jicama abounds in vitamins, and watercress is rich in calcium and other minerals. But the really exciting thing is how great they taste.

Currently featured at both GOOD EARTH locations:

JICAMA & WATERCRESS SALAD

Local watercress tossed with a citrus-flax seed vinaigrette and crisp jicama - $10.95

FLAX SEED PAPPARDELLE

Fresh flax seed pasta tossed with poached albacore tuna, broccoli rabe, chilies and fresh tomato - $15.95

WATERCRESS & FLAX FALAFEL

House-made chickpea falafel with flax seed and watercress, sautéed and served in toasted pita bread with sesame yogurt and fresh watercress - $11.95

GINGER-SESAME CHICKEN WITH ANCIENT GRAINS

Grilled free-range chicken breast, glazed in a ginger and sesame sauce, served over sautéed vegetables and a delicious combination of quinoa, amaranth, barley and brown rice - $14.95

ONE POTATO, TWO POTATO, THREE POTATO SOUP

Sweet, golden Yukon and red potatoes simmered in vegetable broth with crème fraiche and herbs. Garnished with freshly minced chives - $4.50/$5.50

MSC CERTIFIED COD LETTUCE WRAPS

Organic butter lettuce filled with sustainable cod that is glazed with our flax barbeque sauce and garnished with a jicama slaw - $10.95

COCONUT PANNA COTTA

Silky vanilla and coconut milk panna cotta with mango and fresh mint - $6.95

PINEAPPLE UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE

Moist brown sugar sponge cake with caramelized pineapple and sour cherries - $6.95

About GOOD EARTH

GOOD EARTH restaurants in Roseville and the Edina Galleria are open for breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. The entire menu is available for takeout, and with advance notice GOOD EARTH can provide food and drink for business meetings, celebrations and other events. Learn more at www.GoodEarthMN.com.

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About Parasole

Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Parasole Restaurant Holdings operates the Good Earth Restaurants in Edina and Roseville; Chino Latino and Uptown Cafeteria & Support Group in Uptown; Mannys Steakhouse, The Living Room & Prohibition at the W Minneapolis The Foshay; Pittsburgh Blue Steakhouse in Maple Grove and Edina; Salut Bar Amèricain in Edina and St. Paul; Muffuletta Café in St. Pauls Como Park neighborhood; Burger Jones in Uptown and Burnsville; and Mozza Mia Pizza Pie and Mozzarella Bar in Downtown Edina.

By joining the Parasole Dining Club, guests have the opportunity to earn points for the dollars they spend and to redeem them for food and drink at any participating Parasole restaurant. Details at Parasole.com.

Company Contact:

Kip Clayton

Parasole Restaurant Holdings

Vice President of Marketing

Office 612.822.0016

Fax 612.822.0705

Cell 651.341.8009

kclayton@parasole.com

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