BOONE — After a decade of fighting food insecurity in the High Country, F.A.R.M. Cafe is reorganizing to support growth and continue to serve the community.
Executive Director and Executive Chef Renee Boughman was a leader at F.A.R.M. Cafe since its opening in May of 2012. Now, after celebrating the restaurant’s tenth anniversary, Boughman is moving into a new role.
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