You know in our region, the Yarra Valley and the greater Melbourne, we have so many fine artisans, masters in their craft, that could rival any. We are so blessed to live where we live, to have access to some of the highest quality, nutrient dense foods in the world and we have a responsibility to our kids to preserve these producers for they are the ones that will save us all. I know that I can be quite melodramatic at times, but its true. Imagine, if your choices were to only purchase your foods from one of two stores, these stores stocking mainly mass produced, mass farmed foods, primarily fast foods....what do you think the future would look like...is that one where you are in control of your destiny... I don't know about you, but I don't think that scenario is healthy for anyone.
I know I constantly harp on about preserving food traditions, but its truly the single most important thing you can do for our food. Cooking up a storm for your family and friends, does more than just fill the stomach, it fills the soul. There is magic in a culture that values its food, and passes on this to their offspring. These were the secrets of survival that stood the test of time and ensured starvation was kept at bay, and at least hunger was. We are the first generation that mostly abandons this in favour of convenience and fast food, with research showing that our diet has changed more dramatically in the last 100 years than in the last 10,000 years of evolution. Mostly not by choice, but need. Our lives are so fast, that eating becomes refueling, more than it is enjoyment. That's sad. Make a stand, and make a change, you have the power in you!
It also so important to learn about where your food comes from, not only does this breed respect in the food (and reduces waste), but it also this connection that gives your food a face. Meet some of our farmers here (this list is not complete, still awaiting some happy snaps of some of our other farmers;).
We are so committed to this, to fostering a community of people that want to learn, grow and share with the same common goal, to enjoy amazing food. It's this passion, that drives us to create an independent space to foster this, our grocery lines in the store are produced from local artisans, our chefs, cooks and health professionals all local and committed to making your food the best.
So this week, we are going to go SLOW... FOOD, teach you how to make some sourdough culture for your bread, make biscotti, and a some other foods that have been around for centuries. Join us on Facebook to learn more
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FEEDBACK
Whilst we are on the subject of food...mmm am I not always, I was wondering if anyone has any special requests for cooking classes that they would like to attend at the farm. Email us with your ideas...
IMPORTANT CHANGE
Orders to the northern Suburbs, ie orders delivered on Tuesday's, will need to be made before 5pm Sunday's as of this next week.
THIS WEEK'S MENU
Ok so we had alot of requests for a high raw menu plan for this week, so tomorrow it will be available on the site.
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WEEKLY PRODUCE REPORT
So the time has come, it is always pretty special when organic mandarins make an entrance into our lives, always right on time, when the Autumn variety of fruits tends to dwindle, these are the light. These are second picking, meaning that they are sweet and ready to eat.
We have fabulous ottway red potatoes...these are washed. Yes its amazing. These are a great all rounder potato too.
The organic leeks are amazing at the moment , flavoursome and huge.
Royal gala apples have now finished for the season, but don't despair it only gets better with Pink Lady apples being picked for us this week. Fresh from the trees.
Avocado, Apples, Banana,Fig,Grapes, Lemons, Nashi, Orange,Papaya,Pear,Plum,
Artichoke
Asian greens,Avocado,Beans,Beetroot,Broccoli,Cabbage,Capsicum,Carrot, Cauliflower,Celery,Corn,Cucumber,Daikon,Eggplant,Kale,Leek,Lettuce,Mushrooms
Asian greens,Avocado,Beans,Beetroot,Broccoli,Cabbage,Capsicum,Carrot, Cauliflower,Celery,Corn,Cucumber,Daikon,Eggplant,Kale,Leek,Lettuce,Mushrooms
,Onion,Onion, spring,Potato,Pumpkin ,Radish,Silverbeet, Spinach,Sweet potato,Tomato,Zucchini
YOUR DAILY BREAD
"You have brains in your head.
You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourself
any direction you choose.
You're on your own.
And you know what you know.
And YOU are the one who'll decide where to go...."
Dr Suess Oh! The Places You'll Go
We thank you for your support as always, we are very grateful that you are making your body healthier, your kids stronger and the world a better place to be.
Thanks you are awesome, look forward to serving you, have a healthy week
Angela Gioffre
(Your nutritionist) and the team at Organic Empire XXX
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