As a Modern, American Perfumery, we are thrilled to continue our 'Sense of Summer' series. We'll share our favorite hidden gems across the US that'll awaken your 5 senses all season long.
We hope you brought your appetite because this week, we’re dishing out three standout farm-to-table restaurants that are a masterclass in serving fresh, locally-sourced ingredients. Plus, discover the perfect scent to perfectly accompany your dining experience.
Chez Panisse–Berkeley, CA
Celebrated as the birthplace of the farm-to-table movement in the U.S., Chez Panisse has been serving organic, locally-sourced California cuisine since 1971.
Named “Best Restaurant in America” by Gourmet in 2001 and honored with Restaurant Magazine’s Lifetime Achievement Award, Chez Panisse—and its co-founder Alice Waters—has shaped the landscape of American cooking for over 50 years.
A true feast for the senses, its cozy, inviting upstairs Café offers a daily-changing, sustainably-sourced à la carte menu rooted in seasonal ingredients.
Blue Hill at Stone Barns–Pocantico Hills, NY
Just 30 miles outside NYC is a dreamy escape made for foodies and nature lovers alike called Blue Hill at Stone Barns. It’s nestled into a restored barn on the Rockefeller estate, complete with stone walls, soaring ceilings, and garden views.
Every detail is thoughtful, local, and rooted in sustainability with a hyper-seasonal tasting menu, home-made artisanal bread, and fresh florals from the surrounding fields.
Owamni by The Sioux Chef–Minneapolis, MN
Opened in 2021 by James Beard Award–winning chef Sean Sherman, Owamni by The Sioux Chef is the country’s first upscale decolonized restaurant.
Set along the Mississippi River with stunning views of St. Anthony Falls, Owamni offers a modern Indigenous menu free of wheat, dairy, cane sugar, and other colonial ingredients. Instead, it highlights locally-sourced native foods like bison, wild rice, foraged herbs, and seasonal vegetables.
With over 75% Indigenous staff and a mission rooted in cultural reclamation and food sovereignty, Owamni is more than a meal—it’s a powerful, sensory experience set in a warm, modern, and intentionally-designed space.
What to Spray
With warm Vanilla, creamy Sandalwood, and soft Iso E Super, Gold–Personal is the perfect plus-one for a farm-to-table meal—subtle enough to not overpower the aromas of the food, yet memorable enough to leave an impression with those you're dining with.
Shop Now