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Monthly Archives: June 2011
Savor the Season: Strawberry Champagne Cupcakes
I know that summer has really and truly arrived in Michigan when strawberries start showing up at the farmers market. Sadly strawberry season is all too short, and is already nearing an end in our area. My husband and I … Continue reading
Washington DC’s local food landscape and FRESHFARM Markets
I am happy to report our capital city, the thriving metropolis of Washington DC, shuts down roads and stops traffic for local food – and it all began with FRESHFARM markets. The 501c3 organization runs 11 farmers markets in DC, … Continue reading
Backyard Chickens: Chocolate Mousse recipe
(This is the ninth in a series of ten Friday posts about Backyard Chickens to give an overview of my experiences these past two years.) As always on the lookout for a recipe that will use a lot of eggs, … Continue reading
Not Safe Enough: One Small Tea Grower’s Story
Today we’re fortunate to have guest blogger Joan Lambert Bailey writing for us! Joan currently lives and writes in Tokyo where she is lucky enough to get her hands dirty at a local organic farm. You can read about her adventures learning about … Continue reading
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Tagged farming, food safety, japan, joan lambert bailey, nuclear, radiation, Real Time Farms, tea, tokyo
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Backyard Chickens: The Deep Litter Method
*UPDATE* Our winner of the Fair Food book giveaway is Nicole! Thanks to everyone that participated, and Nicole look for an email from us! (This is the eighth in a series of ten Friday posts about Backyard Chickens to give an … Continue reading
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Tagged Backyard chickens, Corinna Borden, eggs, Real Time Farms
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Between the Covers: Fair Food by Dr. Oran Hesterman (and a Giveaway!)
It’s been called “illuminating” by Chef Alice Waters, “a must read” by Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and was dubbed “an important, accessible book on a crucial subject” in a recent New York Times review. Intrigued? You should be. As author Dr. Oran … Continue reading
Food Warrior Interns: Coming Soon to a City Near You!
In the spirit of the Farmarazzi campaign, Real Time Farms is sending a food army to document our food system – we have called this program “Food Warriors.” Armed with cameras, pencils, and dedication they are visiting farmers markets and … Continue reading
Backyard Chickens: Food diversity for your backyard chicken is a win-win for all
(This is the seventh in a series of Friday posts about Backyard Chickens to give an overview of my experiences these past two years.) Our chickens are eating our weeds; their eggs taste fuller as a result – all due … Continue reading