When Maggie and I first sat down to co-plan the menu for June’s Community Kitchens dinner, there was no lack of inspiration. From the chefs who had cooked in the months prior, to the Pride-themed “Taste the Rainbow” dinner from June 2022, to using glorious, locally-sourced seasonal ingredients. In thinking about the menu, we wanted to find a way to center food waste reduction, while celebrating the efforts of Ojaswe’s regenerative farm partners. We wanted to find a way toRead More| Tilth Alliance
This summer, the Tilth movement marks a major milestone: 50 years of promoting organic, sustainable, and equitable food systems in the Pacific Northwest. Tilth Alliance will honor this anniversary with a special “Cultivate & Celebrate: 50 Years of Tilth” event on Sunday, July 28 from 5-8 p.m. at Rainier Beach Urban Farm & Wetlands in Seattle. From humble beginnings in 1974 at a meeting of nearly 800 farmers, gardeners and food system activists in Ellensburg, WA, the Tilth movement has...| Tilth Alliance
People have been fermenting food for as long as they have been domesticating plants and animals, with records showing early examples in 7,000 BCE. Its primary use was to extend the shelf life of foods, ensuring stock in the harsh winter months. These days, many people turn to foods like kimchi, sauerkraut and kombucha for their probiotic properties. Some people eat it as part of their culture and tradition. And for some, it’s about family. In April, we invited friendsRead More| Tilth Alliance
