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Restaurant goes Farm to Fork: Monterey Chef grows the Fruits, Nuts and Veggies he Serves

California Bountiful
Publication: California Bountiful, Staff
Date: January 13, 2012
Clients: Café Fina, Domenico's on the Wharf
Café Fina Domenico's on the Wharf

California Bountiful TV is a 30-minute weekly program that features stories on the people, places and lifestyles that have made California the nation's largest food-producing state. During a seven-minute spot, Dominic Mercurio, restaurant owner of Café Fina and Domenico's On The Wharf shares his passion for being actively involved as an owner, chef and farmer. The show highlights how Mercurio grows a variety of organic produce on his 300-acre farm that is then harvested by enthusiastic employees and brought back to be served at both restaurants. Celebrity visits and each restaurant's stunning views from Old Monterey Fisherman's Wharf are also highlighted. California Bountiful airs on dozens of broadcast stations, cable outlets and satellite services.

About Café Fina

Dominic Mercurio’s Café Fina opened in 1989 to rave reviews from both locals and its famous guests. Specializing in Italian seafood, Café Fina features fresh local seafood, seasonal organic vegetables from Dominic’s ranch, fresh homemade pasta and a classic wood burning oven—the first in Monterey. In addition to its standard menu, Café Fina offers vegetarian, children’s and banquet menus. The restaurant is pet friendly and has a doggie menu.  Café Fina received the “2009 Best of Monterey Award” from the U.S. Commerce Association and is on the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch List. Café Fina is located at 47 Fisherman’s Wharf No.1 in Monterey, Calif.

About Domenico's on the Wharf

Domenico’s on the Wharf opened in 1981 and is owned by Sam & Angeli Mercurio and Dominic Mercurio. A local favorite for over 30 years, Domenico’s on the Wharf features fresh sustainable seafood, handmade pasta made daily, friendly, impeccable service, an award-winning wine list and beautiful views of the Monterey Harbor.  In addition to its standard menu, Domenico’s on the Wharf offers vegetarian, children’s and banquet menus. The restaurant is pet friendly and has a menu for its canine friends. Domenico’s on the Wharf is located at 50 Fisherman’s Wharf No.1 in Monterey, Calif.