Hello

I started working at the Farmers’ Den at age 15. I have kept working since then at the popular ag-community restaurant. And now, at age 20, I am the the owner of the Crows Landing Road establishment. Me and my mother, Evelyn, took over as co-owners of the popular farmers hangout at the start of April. We previously both worked as staff at the small rural eatery. Then last year, the Green family, which founded the restaurant, asked if we might be interested in buying the place.

 

I had previously spoken with the owner about taking over if he wanted to sell. But the pandemic accelerated the timeline. After coming to an agreement last year, me as 2018 Turlock High graduate has been largely managing the day-to-day operation. With the full transfer of ownership this spring, I have made a few small changes and personal touches.

 

We are determined to keep the restaurant’s traditions alive. That means giving keys to longtime loyal customers who want their coffee before the place opens for the day. Keeping all of the menu items the same, but adding a couple of new dishes. And allowing the farm clientele to keep a tab they have to pay only once a month for their meals.

 

My mother and my I have a long history with the restaurant. Having grown up on a dairy farm, I started going to the Farmer’s Den when I was 5 years old, and i regularly stopped by before school to get something to eat or drink. My mother, who works as a bus driver for Turlock Unified School District, joined the staff after when I recommended. My mother and I  also has some other restaurant experience, briefly owning a spot in Gustine over a decade ago.

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Me as a student at California State Stanislaus will be graduating next year in May and continue this operation and make the best ever yet. Coming to this restaurant every day is nothing but a smile on my face. The customers make me who I am today and will continue the bond that I have with them.  

 

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