By Arya Jawadekar, Communications and Outreach Intern With the rise of globalism, people are able to get a taste of foods from different cultures that normally wouldn’t be available to them. This is inspiring an era of fusion cooking, the art of combining aspects of a variety of cuisines to Read more…
By Nicole Shimizu, Communications and Outreach Coordinator There are so many benefits to gardening. There are physical benefits such as prevention and control of high blood pressure. There are mental benefits such as stress reduction. There are individual benefits such as the satisfaction of growing a plant from sprout to Read more…
Written by Milena Castillo-Grynberg, Food Systems Educator If there is a specific month in the year for feasting, it is December. This past month, Food Explorers learned about the important step of Consumption in our Food System, reflecting on the impact of what and how we eat on our physical, Read more…
Written by Thia Dotson, Communications Intern What is Permaculture? Looking for a farming technique that allows you to give back to your health, the health of the environment, and the community while doing so in a sustainable way? Permaculture is your answer. It is the future of farming and uses Read more…
Written by Isabel Realyvasquez, Grant Writing & Development Intern Ripe red vine-tomatoes and wavy-leaved heads of lettuce, sprouting from the soil after weeks of dedicated hard work and attention, demonstrate the most apparent benefit of a garden: fresh produce! But even the act of gardening is immensely beneficial for the Read more…
Written by Milena Castillo-Grynberg, Food Systems Educator In December, things are finally slowing down at the Arundel Garden; Leaves yellow and drop to the cool earth, and plants begin to steadily reduce growth and production. Up at the preschool garden, work has begun to clear and reset garden beds for Read more…
Written by Thia Dotson, Communications Intern The holiday season can sure be a whirlwind, especially when trying to come up with last-minute gift ideas. Fortunately, we have arranged the ultimate booklist focusing on community, different food systems, and environmental topics that make the ideal gifts for the younger audience. The Read more…
Only a week left until Christmas! Make sure to check out our fun, unique, and educational booklist that makes the perfect holiday gifts for your little loved ones! With a large collection based on food systems, community, and related issues, recommended by librarians, a variety of internet resources, and booksellers, Read more…
Written by Thia Dotson, Communications Intern As the holidays roll around, it is important that we are providing resources and gifts for our youth that allow them to expand their minds, and engage with themselves, the environment, and the community in a positive way. Therefore, we have put together a Read more…
Portola Elementary Gives Thanks The students of our Food Explorers program at Portola Elementary showed their appreciation for Each Green Corner and their garden teacher Milena for teaching them about growing food and where their food comes from. Portola Elementary has also done their first big winter harvest, bringing in Read more…