How Does This Work?

Every week, we visit local farms, talk with the farmers, and purchase the freshest, yummiest food. We support farmers who nurture their soil, strive for sustainable farming practices, and don't use harmful or questionable products. Each week, you choose a la carte from the list of available food and pay for what you choose. We pack your share into reusable containers and you get your food. You, in turn, leave us the empty containers from last week's order and arrange payment. It's that simple!

To assist in your enjoyment of local produce, we will share storage information, preparation tips, recipes and ways to use new foods via this blog.

Sometimes, customers will have the option of adding eggs, honey, meat, cheese, mushrooms, bulk fruits, and other foods to their orders. Monthly, we order dry goods and food staples from Neshaminy Valley Natural Foods (based in Philidelphia, PA). These additional options are called Special Orders.

Is the food organic? Organic is such a key word these days. We go for local first, choosing farms that are as close as possible to the LaPlata area. Whenever there is an organic option, we will go with that. After that, we look for farmers who use IPM (integrated pest management), composting, and other sustainable practices. If you would like your food to be strictly organic, just let us know when you become a customer!

There are three membership options:
I) Weekly delivery to your home - cost $12/month + mileage charges
II) Weekly pickup at my home - cost $12/month
III) Special Orders Only - cost $5/order


Sunday, September 27, 2009

Apple Party This Saturday

In case you are not aware, it is apple season in Maryland! That means it is time to hit the farms and farmers' market, make applesauce, apple butter, apple pie, dried apples, and all sort of other yummy things. I want to share this time with my other local food eating families, so I am having an Apple Party!

This is more of a work party with plenty of fun thrown in :-) This coming saturday morning (10/3) we will go to the LaPlata Farmer's Market, buy crates of apples and honey, and go to my house to make apple sauce and apple butter. It will be a multi-hour affair, so bring plenty of snacks/lunch for yourself and any kids you bring with you. You might want to bring another adult with you so they can hang out with the kids while you work.

Here's what to bring: the two largest pots you have (or a selection), a crock pot (large) if you have one, a cutting board, a short to medium knife, cinnamon, nutmeg, and canning jars with new lids and rings enough to store at least 6 pints of food. If you need canning jars, you can visit the LaPlata Farm Store by the old train station, but do call ahead to make sure they have what you want. I recommend pint or 1/2 pint jars; either wide mouth or narrow mouth will work. Dont forget to let me know if you are coming to the Apple Party!
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Hey there! I have just moved in Philadelphia and I have no idea about the markets here and where to buy what. I am new here. I am so happy that I have just gone through your article and is interested in the at home delivery service from your shop. This is such a nice idea.

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