Monthly Archives: January 2014

Make the Most of Home Delivery – Tips

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Rachel

One of my personal passions are the simple pleasures of life. Watching the birds making nests in the trees in early spring. The first sprouts popping out of the dark soil. Picking and eating fresh cherry tomatoes in summer. A … Continue reading →

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Know Your Produce? Swiss Chard

Posted on January 27, 2014 by Rachel

This week we are featuring a beautiful leafy green in the Variety Boxes, Swiss Chard. This leafy green has become increasingly popular in the US. Most commonly thought of as a cooking green in southern cuisine Swiss Chard can be … Continue reading →

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Know Your Produce? Valencia Oranges

Posted on January 23, 2014 by Rachel

Valencia Oranges are in season this time of year. These sweet oranges are most popular for juice makers because of their higher yield of juice than other varieties. Valencia Oranges differ from most varieties of orange in that as they ripen they … Continue reading →

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Know Your Produce? Avocados

Posted on January 17, 2014 by Rachel

As we get closer to the February 2nd Super Bowl match-up, avocados take center stage about as much as any fresh food on the marketplace. Here are both some fun and interesting facts about avocados. Enjoy: Avocados are a fruit, … Continue reading →