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2023 🌸
january (2023)
Above the menu, a banner can be seen with the Wild Harvest's logo. Below it reads: 'Serving Reverein, One Year and Counting.'
As snow continues to fall with the temperature outside, some of the thicker blankets provided for patrons may start giving off heat. This may attract the botanicats, who will happily curl up on patrons' laps for warmth, or any unattended blanket—folded or otherwise. Just be careful when you grab one!
Happy new year ♡
february (2023)
This month at the Harvest, the Christmas tree is gone, and the decor sees a lot more red, white, and pink. It is in the curtains, the blankets (it's still cold!), and decorative rows of paper cranes, creating an atmosphere full of love and togetherness. Seating arrangements for two make a return in the garden, but there are still plenty of tables available for those who prefer to eat alone, or are a part of a large group.
Upon each table, there is a special origami heart per seat, which anyone is free to take home as a token of their visit.
Happy Valentine's day!
march (2023)
New fliers for Tifa and Eustace's upcoming Starflower Sanctuary and Café can be seen at the bar for the taking, showcasing both the location and adorable photos of both dogs and cats alike. Grand opening to be announced soon!
april (2023)
The weather may be unpredictable and inconsistent, but the Harvest is ready to welcome the coming spring. Floral arrangements are carefully placed throughout the restaurant, from the countertops, to the tables, to the karaoke stage—all made from flowers plucked from a very special grove in the Wildlands. The flowers are imbued with positive dreamotion to spread happiness and cheer, and you may catch them glowing faintly if you are in particularly good spirits. Origami flowers are made to match, appearing in varying colors at every seat for patrons to take home.
Regulars may also notice a little bit of rearranging going on in the restaurant this month. In the main dining area, there seems to be the makings of a bookshelf being built in preparations for a reading nook of sorts, and out in the garden, there is a particularly large tree that is receiving similar treatment, with its roomy hollow cleared out, also for shelves.
Things are as peaceful as can be expected, with the chorus of snakes ever hissing but seldom seen, and the splashing of lotus koi fish in the ponds as they are fed. Come to think of it, the fish sure are thriving lately, aren't they? Hm...
may (2023)
june (2023)
To say reconstruction is necessary after the chaos following the Story Eater's sealing would be an understatement. The Harvest to close its doors for a few days, and even upon reopening, the recovery process is slow. Some vegetables, herbs, and other ingredients are constantly being planted and regrown, and some doors and shelving are rebuilt. This process will continue for a few weeks, perhaps well into July; but at the very least, the friendly snakes are back to normal after being corrupted by nightmares, thanks to a certain someone.
Despite the disrepair, the staff make an effort to offer a new menu. The grill station is also back out in the gardens for public use with the weather continuing to warm, and special bamboo slides have been set up in their gardens so that patrons may experience flowing noodles. There is also a sign by their ponds, carried over from last month, which reads:
Thank you opening your homes to our wonderful koi.
july (2023)
Customers are invited to show off their cooking prowess this month by using our ingredients to make lunch or dinner for the staff and any volunteer judges! Inquire or sign up with the staff for your chance to win some cool Wild Harvest-themed cutlery. Enjoy the summer!
Thank you to everyone who helped lend a hand with our much-needed repairs over the last few weeks.
🍽️ submissions for You Be the Chef → july 2023
Thank you!
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Dish name: Tomato pie
Brief description: A tart, savory pie filling of fresh, ripe tomatoes, herbs, and roasted peppers, baked in a buttery crust topped with flaky salt and a little parmesan cheese. Invokes fond reminiscence of memories of home. Vegetarian friendly!
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We'll be including this item in August's menu when things roll over in a few days. I couldn't find Solanaceae's inbox when I looked; if you put one up I'd love for Susato to leave her a little thank you for participating. c:
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Dish name: Tofu Tacos
Brief description: A delectable vegetarian twist on a classic. With just the right amount of spice, this soft flour tortilla is packed with flavorful tofu, lettuce, a mix of monterey jack, cheddar, aasadero, and queso quesadilla cheeses, pico di gallo, as well as a dollop of guacamole and sour cream.
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We'll be including Tofu Tacos for the month of September, but expect a little something in Leo's inbox sometime between now and the start of August as a thank you for him participating.
august (2023)
september (2023)
Temperatures are still mild, but the Harvest takes its time preparing for the changing of seasons. Origami maple leaves in varying shades from red to orange to yellow can be seen along the walls of the main dining area as the month progresses, matching all of the decorative flowers and plants that have been swapped in. The carefully-folded maple leaves are also given as a token of each customer's visit, freely available at each seat.
Meanwhile, in the garden, the vegetables and fruit are thriving, growing tall with no signs of stopping. The grapes in particular have subtly taken on some cute and interesting shapes from the positive energy of the visitors lately. They match well with yellow, glowing moon-shaped berries, which look more like stars as of late. Quite atmospheric...!
October (2023)
With Fall fully in season, the decor around the Harvest has changed accordingly with a cozy aura and blankets sprawl around benches in the garden as the weather gets colder. Plants have grown heavy with fruits and vegetables. They're ready and needing to be picked, or else they may just fall onto an unsuspecting patrol from above, so do watch where you're standing. The interiors of these harvestable goodies come in a rainbow of colors(all or just one) once cracked open, and some are either meaty or contain a mystery liquid to... enjoy?
There is a new display in The Wild Harvest's garden; a large white snake scale around the size of a dinner plate. Touching it will allow people to temporarily understand the garden snakes; do be warned, they like to gossip.
Tread carefully; Fang has built a nest, and within it is a large snake egg that she has decided to take care of. She will give warnings to anyone she doesn't know getting too close for her liking. Failing to heed these warnings leaves whatever possible injuries your own fault.
November (2023)
With the weather starting to turn even colder, the fireplaces are lit to try and help knock the chill out of the air inside of The Wild Harvest. Blankets and scarves are on offer to all patrons if they are still feeling the chill while inside. Candles are placed on the tables, the flames flickering within to help further bring a warm and cozy atmosphere within. A few tables have even been worked to turn them into kotatsu for that extra cozy feeling for those having a more difficult time with the cold.
A few maple leaf kittens can be seem curled up or romping about, and some may even seek a patrons' lap for their own warm resting spot.
The menu specials this month brought to you by 76 and Reaper. Be sure to wish them both congratulations if you see them. There's even a banner up dead center of the restaurant for all to see that says "Congratulations 76 and Reaper!" Have no idea what we're congratulating them for? Don't worry about it, congratulate them anyway!
December (2023)
With the changing of the month and seasons, you can bet that The Wild Harvest has once again changed with them; the area has been decorated for the winter festivities with colorful light fixtures that are warm and so very welcoming to those who so much as pass near. Beckoning passerby to step inside, even if only for a moment to warm themselves from the chill in the air; blankets await those at every table.
Patrons will receive a small gift box that contains a festively shaped and decorated cookie, along with a small handmade animal plush that can float in the air and light up pending on the person's mood.