Posted in Farmer's Markets, New York, New York City on 6-19-13
Harvest Home Farmers Markets, has been in operation since 1992 and was the second fresh air market to open in the Bronx twelve years ago. Maritza Wellington-Owens, President and founder, has been instrumental in developing, maintaining farmer’s markets in the South Bronx despite the belief that low income communities could not support a farmers market. Ms. Owens has also worked with other community organizations in the Bronx to establish farmers markets in order to increase residents access to high quality, locally grown fresh produce. Each year patrons are able to take full advantage of the abundance of locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables sold at multiple market sites each week from Wednesday – Sunday from July – November. Much to the surprise of many, the organization discovered that the Bronx offered a diverse, loyal and strong outlet for farm and consumer products comparable to other locations in New York City. The markets offer an outlet for local vendors to sell their products; provides seasonal employment opportunities to local residents and helps to strengthen neighborhoods by providing a meeting place for community and increased pedestrian traffic in business districts. Each...
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Posted in Farmer's Markets, New York, New York City on 6-19-13
The Morningside Park Farmers’ Market is every Saturday from May-December 9:30am-5pm on the corner of 110th St. and Manhattan Ave. The Morningside Park Farmers’ Market features New York state fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and...
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Posted in Farmer's Markets, New York, New York City on 6-19-13
The Stuyvesant Town Greenmarket brings fresh food from local farms straight to the doorsteps of Stuyvesant Town and Peter Cooper Village residents, and is open to the area public as well. Choose from certified organic and specialty vegetables, heirloom apples, stone fruit and berries, farmstead European style sheep and cows milk cheeses and yogurt, fresh Hampton Bays fish, pickles, preserves, chutneys, and organic artisanal baked goods. Regular cooking demonstrations and family friendly events make the Stuyvesant Town Greenmarket the place to be on Sunday mornings. When and Where (June-November) South end of Stuyvesant Town Oval, Manhattan, near 14th Street Loop between 1st Avenue & Avenue A Sundays...
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Posted in New York, New York City, Restaurants on 6-19-13
Siggy’s Good Food is dedicated to setting the standard for home-style, comfort food. We aim to enrich the nutritional lives of our guests and employees by serving superior quality food in a warm and casual environment. We buy locally to ensure freshness and to support our organic farmers. Made with 100% organic, sustainable and whole-food ingredients,we serve good food at a good price. Yippie It is our belief that pure, good food plays a vital and significant role in our lives, promoting physical and emotional well-being. “Organic – back to better!” highlights the difference between organic, naturally grown food – full of vital nutrition and lots of life, as opposed to artificial, instant food. We believe in the power of food and its positive effect. Why Not ?! – Reasons Why Imagine watering your precious plant with gasoline? it will die immediately. You are a living plant too, stronger and more resilient then your window-sill plant but also susceptible to the damaging effect of artificial food or highly processed food that turn toxic under such heavy processing. Organic – By Definition. Indicates a relation between elements, they fit together harmoniously as...
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Posted in New York, New York City, Restaurants on 6-19-13
Our nutritional approach is based on a charter called SPE®, which stands for Sanitas Per Escam (Health Through Food), and was developed through the collaboration of chefs and dieticians working together. We use only local, seasonal and sustainable ingredients in our kitchen and prepare them with the goal of capturing their essential flavors while maintaining their nutritional integrity. By bringing this nutritional awareness to the menu, we hope you will not only taste the beauty of responsibly raised products but experience the fulfillment of eating a meal that has a complex nutritional foundation. Our SPE® approach revolves around three key elements: Sourcing: selecting ingredients seasonally, locally, and with a focus on nutritional characteristics. Preparation: using specific cooking techniques that preserve the integrity and nutritional qualities of the ingredients. Enhancement: optimizing nutritional value by the synergy of product combination and menu...
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