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

Earth Dinner #2

I am hosting a monthly potluck Earth Dinner for LAF customers and anyone else interested in local food. I am willing to host all the Earth Dinners, but others can take a turn if you like. We will gather our families, eat yummy homemade food made from as local ingredients as possible, and otherwise play and hang out. Sound fun? Keep reading.


Earth Dinner #2 will be held Sunday October 18, 2009 from 4:30-7:30 pm at my house (email or call if you don't know where I live yet). Please bring the equivalent of a picnic basket with you with your plates, utensils, cups, cloth napkins, etc. Bring with you:


* a homemade pot luck dish made with as many local sources ingredients as possible

* the recipe to share!

* drinks for your family

* a game or activity to share
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1 comment:

Shannon said...

Sounds great! Joe and Phoebe and I will be there!

September 27, 2009 at 2:52 PM

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