It’s time for another winter share pickup–5pm-8pm, at Sunnyside Community Services.
As a reminder, here are the items typically in the box (they may vary due to availability):
Potatoes, Watermelon Radish, Purple Top Turnips, Parsnips, Rutabaga, Carrots, Beets, Leeks, Winter Squash and Cabbage.
Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members.
This is the last week for Summer Shares! But not to worry, you can still sign up for Winter Shares until THIS FRIDAY–options for fresh winter crops and preserved summer goodies.
Today is also the last day to reserve a table at the annual CSA Holiday Market, held Dec. 14.
And don’t forget the 50/50 raffle is still going. Proceeds benefit our Subsidized Share Program. We’re currently around $500, which means you’d get half of that if you win!!
And, here’s what’s in our last box for November 16th. Pickup at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.
Fruit shares this week are bosc pears + jonagold and granny smith apples.
Veggies are below:
Sweet Potatoes– 2.5 lbs of various sizes! Store in a cool, dry spot–not the fridge. Use within 10 days.
Carrots – A big bag to preview some of the sweet winter veggies. Store in the fridge. Use within 10 days.
Rutabaga – Another round of these slightly sweet, tasty root vegetables. Store in the fridge Use within 5 days.
Butternut Squash – Try it mashed–it may be your new holiday favorite. Store on the counter Use within 10 days.
Collards – A yummy holiday traditional dish in the South. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.
Leeks – It’s the last round for this great vegetable. Store in the fridge. Use within 10 days.
Watermelon Radish – If you haven’t tried this variety before–you’re in for a treat! These are great raw or cooked. Store in the fridge. Use within 10 days.
Red Kale – A great, versatile variety. Store in the fridge. Use within 5 days.
Parsley – Perfect to add a little fresh flavor for you holiday dishes. Store in the fridge. Use within a week
Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members.
A few quick CSA reminders:
And, here’s what’s in the box tomorrow, November 9th, at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm. Fruit shares this week are fuji and jonagold apples.
Veggies are below (all vegetables this week except the potatoes are best stored in an airtight container in the fridge).
DON’T FORGET, this week is a special products pick-up too! This includes fish, beer, kombucha, soap and Lewis Waite orders.
Fennel – It’s back again! If you need recipe ideas, a comment feed just started on the Golden Earthworm Facebook page. Use within 5 days.
Carrots – Sweet, crunchy carrots of the Mokum variety. Use within a week.
Rutabaga – A winter favorite. These are great as fries or mashed like potatoes. Use within 5 days.
Cabbage – It’s a cabbage surprise this week–different varieties depending on pick-up location. Use within 5 days.
Baby Red Kale – Some say take the stem off for salad, others say leave it be. Use within 3 days.
Swiss Chard – Great in stews to keep you warm on chilly days. Use within 3 days.
White Potatoes – Great in stews to keep you warm on chilly days. Store in a cold, dark and dry place. Use within 2 weeks.
Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members.
A few quick CSA reminders:
And, here’s what’s in the box tomorrow, November 2nd, at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm. Fruit shares this week are a bag of bosc pears and mutsu apples.
Veggies are below (all vegetables this week are best stored in an airtight container in the fridge):
Radiccio – A pretty purple addition for this week–similar to last week’s chicory in flavor. Use within 5 days.
Leeks – Need another leek recipe? Check out Golden Earthworm’s Facebook page! Use within a week.
Kohlrabi – A nutty-flavored bulb that’s good raw or cooked. Use within 5 days.
Savoy Cabbage – A frilly cabbage that works great cooked or in salads. Use within 5 days.
Toscano Kale – Here for another week to ensure you’re getting your greens in! Use within 5 days.
Parsley – Bring on the plethora of vitamins!! Use within 5 days.
Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members.
Before we get to the list of vegetables, a few CSA announcements:
And, here’s what’s in the box tomorrow, October 26th, at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm. Fruit shares this week are a bag of jonagold and gala apples. Veggies are below:
Sugarloaf Chicory – Another one that looks like lettuce, but isn’t! This is closer to the radicchio family. Cut into thin ribbons and dress with olive oil, lemon, garlic, and parmesan to balance the bitterness. Store in the fridge. Use within 5 days.
Scallions – Yep, there are still more for the eating. Store in the fridge. Use within 5 days.
Collards – These are so healthy and similar to kale in versatility. Store the fridge. Use within 5 days.
Sweet Potatoes – Get in your Vitamin A and beta-carotene for this week. Don’t wash until your ready to use–the dirt protects their fresh-picked skin! Store on your counter. Use within a week.
Japanese Salad Turnips – They’re back for another round. Don’t forget to eat the tops. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.
Baby Arugula – Wash gently and dress lightly. Store in the fridge. Use within 3 days.
Cilantro or Parsley – Check your box, it’s a surprise which you’re getting this week. Store in the fridge. Use within 3 days.
Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!
Here’s what’s in the box tomorrow—pickups are October 19th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.
**Don’t forget about the 50/50 raffle at pickup! All proceeds benefit our Subsidized Share Program. Basically if you win you get half the raffle cash, and the subsidy gets the other half to help people in our neighborhood access food shares.
Fruit shares this week are a bag of jonagold and mutsu apples. Veggies are listed below:
Carrots – Sweet and crunchy and ready for enjoying! Store in the fridge. Use within 5 days.
Red Kale – Full of antioxidants and works in any of your favorite kale recipes. Store in the fridge. Use within 5 days.
Yellow Potatoes – These are great for roasting. Store in a cool, dark place. Use within a week.
Bok Choi – Enjoy another helping of these great veggies. Store in the fridge. Use within 5 days.
Leeks – Great in soups or roasted alone. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.
Parsley – Try adding it at the end of soup-cooking for a fresh color and flavor. Store in the fridge. Use within 3 days.
Escarole – Do not confuse this with lettuce! The inner leaves are great raw, but the outer leaves are better cooked (they can be bitter raw). Store in the fridge. Use within 5 days.
Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!
Remember tomorrow is pick-ups for ALL SHARES–this includes beer, kombucha, fish and soap, along with the usual veggies and fruit. All pickups are October 12th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.
**Also remember when you pick up you can enter the 50/50 raffle. This benefits our Subsidized Share Program. Basically if you win you get half the raffle cash, and the subsidy gets the other half to help people in our neighborhood access food shares!
Fruit shares are a bag of bosc pears, and cortland & jonagold apples.
Veggies are listed below, all should be stored in the fridge:
Broccoli – The more the merrier, right? Use within 5 days.
Romanesco Broccoli/Cauliflower – Not a broccoli or a cauliflower, be very excited for this cool-looking veggie. It can be steamed, roasted or eaten raw. Use within 5 days.
Japanese Salad Turnips – Remember you can eat the greens on these too! Use within 5 days.
Long Green Peppers – We’re officially out of these as of this week. They can easily be frozen if you don’t want to eat them yet. Use within a week.
Toscano Kale – A great kale variety for soups. Use within a week.
Scallions – Do we smell more scallion pancakes in the future? Use within a week.
Red Batavian Lettuce – Very beautiful and flavorful too. Use within a week.
Butternut Squash – There’s been issues with storage this season, so please don’t keep them on your counter. Store in the fridge. Use right away!!
Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!
Here’s the list of what we’re getting tomorrow. All pickups are October 5th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.
**Also remember when you pick up you can enter the 50/50 raffle. This benefits our Subsidized Share Program. Basically if you win you get half the raffle cash, and the subsidy gets the other half to help people in our neighborhood access food shares!
Fruit shares are a bag of empire apples and bosc pears. Veggies are listed below:
Arugula – This week is a larger share, so they’re bunched. Store in the fridge. Use now.
Green Cabbage – Because these grow so tight, they don’t really need to be washed inside–just peel the leaves until it’s clean. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.
Red Tomatoes – These beefsteak variety will be coming to an end soon, savor them! Store on the counter. Use now.
Cauliflower – Did you know cauliflower stays white because their leaves shade them from the sun? Store in the fridge. Use within a week.
Broccoli – A sure sign that fall is here! Store in the fridge. Use within 3 days.
Red Beets – A yummy earthy treat. You can saute the whole plant. Store in the fridge. Use the greens in 3 days, the root within a week.
Mustard Mix – A peppery green to spice up your salad. Store in the fridge. Use within a week.
Collards – Best cooked, or used as a wrap. Store in the fridge.
Eggplant (in rotation) – Patience is a virtue with these guys–their slow growth means harvesting is in stages and CSA locations will get them in different weeks. Use within a week.
Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!
Hello and here’s what’s in the veggie box today! (Fruit shares are a bag of gala/cortland apples and seckel pears.) All pickups are September 28th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.
Arugula – These leaves are tender, and it’s advised to wash and eat right away. Use now.
Bok Choi – This is a great favorite, and unlike most of the other greens, it should be stored on the counter. Use within a week.
Japanese Salad Turnips – You can eat both the tops and roots of these. Our favorite is to saute the tops and eat the bottoms raw. Use within a week.
Cauliflower – Did you know cauliflower stays white because their leaves shade them from the sun? Use within a week.
Red, Yellow or Green Peppers – We’ve been patiently waiting for our peppers to change color–and now they’re ready! Use within 5 days.
Plum Tomatoes – These are the last of the season, so sad to see them go. Use now.
Collards or Napa Cabbage – These are in rotation, happy box surprise! Use within 5 days.
Eggplant (in rotation) – Patience is a virtue with these guys–their slow growth means harvesting is in stages and CSA locations will get them in different weeks. Use within a week.
Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!
Tomorrow we’ve got vegetable shares, fruit shares (apples and pears this week), and all of our special shares too–kombucha, beer, soap and fish. Don’t forget which shares you need to pick up!
All pickups are September 14th at Sunnyside Community Services from 5-8pm.
Acorn Squash – Cook it, eat it, love it–just don’t leave it on your porch as a decoration or you’ll be missing out. Store on the counter. Use within a week.
Cherry & Red Tomatoes – Tomato season has a few more weeks left, so we’ll be rotating these two types until their gone. Store on the counter. Use now.
Leeks – They look like big scallions, and you can eat both the white and green parts. Refrigerate. Use within a week.
Romaine Lettuce – You know what to do with this one. Refrigerate. Use within 5 days.
Cilantro – Good in everything from salsa to soups. Refrigerate. Use within 3 days.
Green Long Peppers – Great in stir-fry, and they can freeze easily. Refrigerate. Use within a week.
Eggplant (in rotation) – Patience is a virtue with these guys–their slow growth means harvesting is in stages and CSA locations will get them in different weeks. Refrigerate. Use within a week.
Please note that any boxes not picked up by 8pm will be donated to SCS, and items are subject to change. Look for Golden Earthworm Organic Farm CSA on Facebook for more recipes from members!