Monthly Archives: June 2010

Two more days left in our logo contest

All co-op working and non-working members have until midnight Tuesday to vote in our logo contest. So far about 33 members have voted, not too shabby. But since so much effort went into both setting up the contest, and creating … Continue reading

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Documentary on Organic Farming

This week in NYC the film What’s Organic About Organic? will premiere with a series of special screenings and post-film discussions. Apparently the film addresses issues farmers face in growing organic food, and the organic label itself. There are screenings … Continue reading

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Cilantro Pesto Recipe

This week we got some beautiful regionally grown cilantro from Lancaster Farm Fresh Cooperative. It seems to be holding up well in the refrigerator, but the bunches are quite large so I looked for a way to use up a … Continue reading

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Logo Contest Voting is Underway

For all co-op members, voting has begun on our new logo. 22 artists presented 36 logo concepts in the last several weeks. Voting began this week and continues until midnight June 29. Here’s the link where you can check out … Continue reading

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Cilantro Chelation Therapy – Heavy Metal Detox?

If you are interested in chelating heavy metals from your body, cilantro appears to be one of the most natural ways to do so. So how much should one eat and for how long? Some people recommend eating two tablespoons … Continue reading

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Fun food

Lancaster Farm Fresh Collective sent us a big load of local produce today, including the fun looking flying saucer squash. They are similar to patty pan squash, perhaps bigger. Ideas for cooking: cut up and steam or stir fry, scoop … Continue reading

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Red quinoa in the house

The 4th street food co-op is now carrying red quinoa in the bulk bin section. I bought some today and cooked it tonight. Cooking and use is the same as for standard quinoa, but I find the texture of the … Continue reading

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No Lancaster delivery Wed June 2

Our normal egg & mushroom supplier, among other things, will not deliver this week. Check in next Wednesday for seasonal produce & eggs from Pennsylvania.

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