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Join the Seed to Supper Challenge

#CityFreshclassics are reigning supreme in the early season of our #seedtosupperchallenge! All those leafy greens make for quick light weeknight fare - something you can whip up after a long day of sweating.

What are you making this week? Log your culinary concoctions at the link in bio. Be sure to order week three shares at cityfresh.org 🍓 and join us in the fun!

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal #freshlocalveggies #veggielife #farmshare #farmtofork #eatfresh

Single share ➡️ family share

It’s shaping up to be zucchini season and those weirdo alien egg kohlrabi are here for fritters and coleslaw. Join our #seedtosupperchallenge and tell us everything you’re going to make!

What will week three shares look like? Order today at cityfresh.org! 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal #freshlocalveggies #veggielife #farmshare #farmtofork #eatfresh

Did you know that friendly face at your Fresh Stop is a community volunteer? Most of our Fresh Stops are run entirely by folks like you, and we need more help! Any time you are able to give, even if it's just 30 minutes at set up, is increasing food access and building local power in your neighborhood. Join us!

If you are interested in volunteering at your Fresh Stop, reach out to us! DM us or email info@cityfresh.org 🍓

Find a full list of all 15 of our Fresh Stops across Cuyahoga and Lorain counties at the link in our bio.

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal #volunteercle

Funky fresh veggies are the name of the game here at City Fresh. All season long, you'll find all sorts of goodies in your share - veggies that are long time family favorites, veggies you've never seen, and veggies that seem familiar enough, but maybe a bit...different. Take our old friend, Cole Robbie (AKA Kohlrabi). He's a City Fresh regular this time of year - a local gem that you don't often see in the produce section of your average supermarket. Cole knows he can be a bit intimidating, with his thick skin and unusual shape. But underneath that rough exterior, Mr. Robbie is tender, peppery, and even a little sweet. He's the cousin of familiar favorites like cabbage and cauliflower, so don't be shy, get creative with him!

This early part of the season is also bringing us the "young Al(lium)" crew - the immature little siblings of garlic and onion. In your share you may find local delicacies like green garlic, green onions, and garlic scapes galore! They each have a unique, mild flavor perfect for garnishes, sauces, and stir frys. So, make a new friend this week, whether that be a totally unfamiliar veggie or a variation on an old buddy.

Psst...did you know it's not too late to order for a Thursday or Friday share this week? Get your order in before midnight tonight, and the veggies will await you at your Fresh Stop!

Join us for the weeks to come by ordering online or emailing us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

It’s so good to be back! We hope you’re enjoying all the tastiest salads, pastas, desserts, and breakfasts this weekend. Join our #seedtosupperchallenge and tell us all about it!

Gear up for Week Two shares by ordering at cityfresh.org! 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal #freshlocalveggies #veggielife #farmshare #farmtofork #eatfresh

When it comes to leaves you can eat, there’s the obvious leafy greens (kale, lettuce, cabbage) and the more curious bits that ride along with other share items. What are some leaves you eat? Can you name more? Do you have a favorite recipe for the unconventional?

What leaves are you munching this week? Be sure to log your efforts in our #seedtosupperchallenge

Order your Week Two shares today at cityfresh.org! 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

Lettuce turnip the beet! Support City Fresh and the fight for food justice while looking totally dope in these sweet tees.

Four different styles and multiple color choices will have you looking fresh during any season sizes XS to 3XL. (Link in bio)

Style it up by ordering Week Two shares today at cityfresh.org! 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

Week One shares! Exploring your shares offers opportunities for adventurous eating! There’s no finding garlic scapes or French breakfast radishes in most grocery stores. Be sure to enjoy your beet greens and not just the beets! Radish greens also sauté up nicely.

What will you make this week? Be sure to log your efforts in our #seedtosupperchallenge (link in bio)

Order your Week Two shares today at cityfresh.org! 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

It's the first day of shares and we couldn't be more giddy! We're feeding our community while supporting regenerative agriculture in Northeast Ohio - what more could we ask for?!

Don't forget to bring your own bag to your Fresh Stop today. Radishes, strawberries, and all the other early season goodies are en route to get into your bellies soon!

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

The Season Is Here!

Welcome one, welcome all to the first week of shares. The season greets us with an awesome variety of all your early summer favorites - garlic scapes, crisp lettuce, summer squash, and of course, strawberries - that are ripe and ready to go home with you!

Some things to remember as we go into this first week:

Your Fresh Stop may look a little different than last season.
The majority of our Fresh Stops will now be laying all the delicious fresh fruits and veggies that you have been so looking forward to out on tables; shareholders are invited forward to gather your share. Bring your own bag and pick out your own beet bunches and heads of greens! Volunteers will let you know what veggies and how many go in your share. Kids are encouraged to help too!

COVID-19 is not over. Although we are shifting (mostly) back to how we did things before the pandemic, our safety protocols from last season remain in place. We encourage all shareholders and volunteers to wear a mask at Fresh Stops, maintain respectful distance, and to send a friend to retrieve your share if you are feeling sick. Keep yourself and your community safe; simple actions like wearing a mask and staying home when sick help protect the folks that are most vulnerable to COVID-19.

There's still time! Missed us this week? No fear, there's still time to join us for next week! Place your orders today at cityfresh.org, or email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

Today is your last chance to order for the first day of shares (Tuesday)! We’ve got 15 locations all across the region for you to pick from, and the veggies don’t get fresher than this. Support local farmers and build community with us this season!

Order 8+ shares for 10% off using code VEGGIETIME at checkout. Offer expires tomorrow! Place your order today at cityfresh.org 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

We are having a FLASH SALE this weekend only, for all you late birds! Order 8+ shares and get 10% off your order with code VEGGIETIME. Sale expires Sunday 6/12 at 11:59 PM. Get your orders in fast!

TOMORROW (Saturday) is your last chance to order for Tuesday shares. Join us the first week of shares as we bask in all our favorite summertime delights! We can't wait to see you!

Order your shares at cityfresh.org 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

Fresh, local veggies for daysssss 🙌 The veggie line up is a sight to see, and it's coming to a location near you NEXT WEEK! What are you waiting for?! Order your share today to one of our 15 pickup locations.

Order at cityfresh.org, or email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

From my head to-ma-toes 🍅🍅🍅 We couldn't be more excited about the start of the season!

Only a few more days left to get your orders in for the first week of shares! Order today at cityfresh.org, or email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

Take a good, honest gander at this - the freshest, most accessible veggies in the region! This early season City Fresh single share packs in all that immune-boosting, brain-powering goodness with purple kales, yellow squashes, red potatoes, and your favorite local strawberries and summertime alliums.

What are you waiting for? Our season kicks off in exactly one week - join us! Order your shares at cityfresh.org today 🍓

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

Where did the time go?! The City Fresh season is just around the corner! Come next week, we will be gathering at our Fresh Stops to kick off the beginning of the harvest season. Expect to see all your early season favorites - strawberries, spring onions, garlic scapes, tender lettuce, and more. The sweetness of supporting local farmers and fighting for food justice is unmatched! 🍓🧄🥬

Once the shares start rollin', be sure to check out our weekly newsletter for the insider scoop on all things City Fresh. We'll tell you about what's in your share, give you some recipe ideas, and we may even share an anecdote or two about a funky veggie or the joys of seasonal eating.

There is still time to order for the first week of shares! And remember, City Fresh is the most flexible farm box program around. With our week-to-week ordering system, you decide when (and where) you want to get your shares. The only commitment that we require is the commitment to increase fresh food access in our communities. City Fresh offers tiered pricing based on income, and we have 15 pickup locations to ensure local veggies are geographically and financially feasible for all.

Get your baskets and totes ready; the fresh local veggies are a comin'! Order your shares today at cityfresh.org, or email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP.

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

Thinking about Week One shares of days gone by! What goodies will we see when the season launches this June 14th?!

Help us eat all these fresh veggies and create an accessible local foods system by ordering today at cityfresh.org! 🍓

Email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP.

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

Have you ordered your first week’s City Fresh share yet? It’s bound to be full of early season favorites like spring onions, garlic scapes, strawberries, crisp lettuce, and some version of brassica oleracea!

Join the bounty and fight for food justice by ordering today at cityfresh.org! 🍓

Order 5+ shares before June 4th and get $5 off your order! Use code SOFRESH at checkout. Email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP.

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

Strawberries are one of early season’s most favored items. Nothing kicks off summer like the juicy, sweet, tenderness they bring. The burst of red in one’s mouth recalls memories of summertime ease - like everything is going to be okay.

Join the strawberries as they herald the new season by ordering today at cityfresh.org! 🍓

Order 5+ shares before June 4th and get $5 off your order! Use code SOFRESH at checkout. Email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP.

#cityfresh #farmbox #eatlocal #shoplocal

Celebrate pride! Celebrate love of every body and our community and EAT the rainbow this summer!

Help create an accessible and open local food system this season by ordering today at cityfresh.org! 🍓

Order 5+ shares before June 4th and get $5 off your order! Use code SOFRESH at checkout. Email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP.

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

Love for root vegetables! Can you tell the difference between radishes, beets, turnips, and rutabaga? Which one is which?! Swipe ➡️ to correspond your best guesses then post in the comments!

Get all the rootin’ tootin’ freshest of local (and accessible!) veggies this season by ordering today at cityfresh.org! 🍓

Order 5+ shares before June 4th and get $5 off your order! Use code SOFRESH at checkout. Email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

What fresh local veggies are you dreaming about?

Order 5+ shares before June 4th and get $5 off your order! Use code SOFRESH at checkout. Order today at cityfresh.org, or email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP 🍓

Bouquets of purple cabbage await! Order today at cityfresh.org!

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

Memorial Day Five for Five Sale!

The season is almost upon us! Join now while the joining’s good!

Order 5 or more shares now until June 4th and get $5 off your order! Use code SOFRESH at checkout. Order today at cityfresh.org, or email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP 🍓

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

Join us on a season-long adventure that will put your local veggie cooking skills to the test. Introducing...the Seed to Supper Challenge! Connect with your fellow shareholders as you embark on this culinary journey. Challenges range from cooking a "City Fresh Classic" to engaging with us on social media. Early, mid, and late season will have designated challenges to inspire innovative creations with your City Fresh share. Log your entries all season long for a chance to WIN one of our exclusive prizes!⁠
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Will you join us? Register for the Seed to Supper Challenge today and gain your first entry into the Grand Prize raffle! Register at the link in our bio, or go to cityfresh.org/seed-to-supper-challenge/⁠
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#cityfresh #seedtosupperchallenge #cityfreshclassics #eatlocal #shoplocal

Up your veggie game this season with City Fresh! Get fresh, local veggies every week at your neighborhood Fresh Stop, and discover new seasonal delights each time. From juicy Ohio berries to funky kohlrabi, each City Fresh share will take you on a very veggie culinary adventure. ⁠
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What are you waiting for? Join us! Order today at cityfresh.org, or email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP 🍓⁠
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Want to get more involved? We have a volunteer training session tonight at 5:30 PM! Register at the link in our bio. ⁠
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#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

When the asparagus comes out to play, the City Fresh season approaches quicker by the day!

Check out this asparagus harvest from our very own George Jones Farm yesterday! Asparagus is one of the first signals of the bountiful spring harvest. That is, if your asparagus has been through three full seasons to reach its full maturity. They're a crop that requires lots of patience, sure, but just like the City Fresh season...good things come to those who wait!

Our season starts June 14th! Have you ordered your shares yet? Order today at cityfresh.org 🍓

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

Who's ready for fresh local veggies?! 🙋‍♀️ Only 3 weeks left till the start of the season! Get your orders in today; choose from our 15 pickup locations and pay-what-you-can using our tiered pricing system. ⁠
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Convenient, affordable, and unbeatably delicious! What are you waiting for?! Order now at cityfresh.org 🍓⁠
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Interested in getting more involved with City Fresh? We're hosting our first volunteer training today! Register for today's training at 5:30 PM at the link in our bio. ⁠
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#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal #volunteercleveland

We're only three short weeks away from the beginning of the City Fresh season! Starting on Tuesday, June 14th, we'll be slingin' veggies Tuesdays through Fridays, all season long, at our 15 Fresh Stop locations across Cuyahoga and Lorain counties. The anticipation is palpable, and the kale's a-calling your name! ⁠
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Are you ready?! Make sure you have your orders placed today at cityfresh.org 🍓⁠
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Are you subscribed to our weekly newsletter? Click the link in our bio to read today's edition, and get a sneak peak at some program updates we'll be announcing on here later this week 👀⁠
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#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

Of course we had to have pizza as one of our #CityFreshClassics! City Fresh Classics are super customizable, go-to dishes that can be made with virtually anything in your City Fresh share. Load 'em up with whatever seasonal delights you find yourself with. Maybe a broccoli pesto infused sauce? A Veggie Lover's special with summer squash and kohlrabi? Or a simple pizza margherita with homemade tomato sauce and fresh basil? The adventure is yours, and the options are endless!

Have you made pizza with your City Fresh share before? Tell us about it in the comments below ⬇️

Order your share today at cityfresh.org 🍓

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

Announcement!

We will be returning to our traditional distribution this season! A portion of shares at all Fresh Stops will still be pre-bagged for those who wish to continue to pick up curbside. Otherwise, all the share contents will be laid out on tables, and shareholders will go down the line and gather their weekly veggies.

Get your grocery totes ready, and make sure you have your orders in at cityfresh.org today! 🍓

If you have any questions about the change, or you're excited to go back to the traditional distribution, let us know in the comments below ⬇️

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

At City Fresh, we believe that fresh, local veggies should be accessible to all - geographically and financially. We keep our prices as low as possible while paying our farmers fairly. For those unable to afford the full price, we do offer tiered pricing.⁠
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Our tiered pricing model is based on federal poverty guidelines. If your household is at or below 200% of current guidelines, you qualify for our limited-income pricing. All you have to do to get limited-income pricing is check a box when you are placing your order. No proof of income required. Click the link in our bio to check your eligibility!⁠
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We also accept SNAP! When you pay using your SNAP card, you are accessing our lowest rates. To order with SNAP, email us at info@cityfresh.org. ⁠
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Place your orders for our upcoming season today at cityfresh.org 🍓⁠
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#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

What the difference between a family and single share anyways? Which one should you get?

Short answer is, it depends on what works for you!

The family share is our bigger share and includes a hefty variety of fruits, veggies, herbs and sometimes other value-added local items. We say it's good for 3-5 people, but if you're a ravenous veggie eater or if you ❤️ sharing veggie dishes with your neighbors, the family share might be right for you.

The single share also boasts a healthy variety of seasonal fruits and veggies, but in smaller quantities, and a few less items than you'll find in the family share. It usually works well for smaller households or the veggie-curious.

And the beauty of it all? You can switch it up all throughout the season! Get a family share one week and a single the next. Upgrade to the family share one week if you're having guests or feeling extra hungry! With City Fresh, you have the flexibility on this veggie journey to do what works best for you on a weekly basis.

Order your shares today and mix it up! Go to cityfresh.org to order online, or email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP 🍓

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

Calling All Helping Hands!⁠
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The start of the season is upon us, and City Fresh is looking for dedicated folks to come help out at our neighborhood Fresh Stops this season. Volunteers are the heart and soul of City Fresh, and help us pull off distributing fresh, local veggie shares to 15 different locations across Cuyahoga and Lorain counties every week. Volunteers help improve food access and build community around local and seasonal eating. Together, we're creating a more equitable local food system in Northeast Ohio. ⁠
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If you are interested in volunteering at your local Fresh Stop, you must attend a volunteer training session. We are hosting four trainings on Zoom, beginning NEXT WEEK. All are welcome, even if you are new to City Fresh; this will be a great introduction for the season ahead. ⁠
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Pre-registration is required to attend a training! Click the link in our bio to register for one of the sessions, or email our Program Coordinator at leah@cityfresh.org. ⁠
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#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal #volunteercle #volunteercleveland #volunteerohio⁠

Got some bits and pieces from a long week of City Fresh-ing and need a way to put them all together? This dish in our #CityFreshClassics toolbelt is a great way to do so - tacos! A warm tortilla wrapped around some seasonal veggies and whatever special creation you made that week - maybe a pickled veggie or in this case, tomatillo salsa - sure does hit the spot. It's a great way to use up leftovers to whip up a quick lunch, or create your own adventure at dinner.

Have you made tacos with your City Fresh share before? Tell us about them below! ⬇️

Order your shares today at cityfresh.org 🍓

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History is now offering $1 admission for participants in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The new admission policy is implemented through Museums for All, the only nationally coordinated financial accessibility program in the museum field.

Visitors are asked to reserve tickets online at CMNH.org/tickets, then show their SNAP EBT (electronic benefit transfer) card upon arrival at the Museum to receive discounted general
admission for up to four guests.

LCCC Fresh Stop Update! Find us in front of the John A. Spitzer Conference Center at the turnaround on the south end (Lot 4) this season. The LCCC Fresh Stop will continue to happen on Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30 PM, starting June 15th!

For a full list of Fresh Stops, head to cityfresh.org/fresh-stops 🍓

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

Why We Fight for Food Access

In the midst of climate crisis and global supply chain shortages, we must ask, what will a more sustainable and just food future look like? At City Fresh, we know that eating locally and seasonally, and supporting farmers with regenerative practices along the way, is a huge part of the solution. Even when faced with these challenges, local food and small scale farmers will continue to feed us and to heal the land. We also know, though, that in order to build power in our local food system, there must be widespread participation and support, and that we therefore must tackle the systemic barriers families face in accessing fresh, local food.

In this week's blog post, board member Kristen Mikelbank wrote about food insecurity. She cites that nearly 1 in 6 people in Ohio may have experienced food insecurity in 2020; these numbers are even more striking in Cuyahoga County, where the amount of food insecure residents was closer to 1 in 5 people. Combatting food insecurity in our region by ensuring access to fresh, local food for all is an integral part of our mission. Offering flexibility such as our tiered pricing system and week-to-week ordering generates engagement around seasonal eating, and increases awareness of its numerous benefits. Access for all means greater investment in local agriculture, improved infrastructure, and a more resilient and united local food economy.

Join us in the fight for food access and order your City Fresh shares today at cityfresh.org, or shoot us an e-mail at info@cityfresh.org to place an order using SNAP/EBT 🍓

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

Introducing...City Fresh Classics! #CityFreshClassics are dishes that are super customizable and super delicious with fresh, local veggies. They're our go-to templates for how to use up our shares and whip up something new and great every time.

First up, breakfast! We ran the numbers and you're like, 1000x more likely to eat fruits and vegetables for breakfast if you're a City Fresh shareholder 🤣 This french toast with fresh strawberry jam and basil...oh man, if you weren't already excited for berry season, here you go! The possibilities are ENDLESS for how to use your share, any time of the season, for a breakfast packed with nutrients that will start your day off right.

What's your favorite fresh, local breakfast you've made with your City Fresh share?

Join us! Go to cityfresh.org to order today 🍓

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

Meet a City Fresh Board member - Michael! Michael grew up on farmland in Huron County, Ohio, is an Army veteran, and currently works as a librarian at Oberlin College. He joined the Board in January 2022 and also serves on the Historic Preservation Commission for the City of Oberlin and the Information Technology Advisory Subcommittee for Kendal at Oberlin. When Michael is not reading for work or pleasure, he is likely playing music, making playlists, or checking out the latest selections at your favorite craft brewery. His favorite vegetable is sweet peas 🌱

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A City Fresh family share is loaded with color, nutrition, flavor, and adventure. Nothin' like a purple cauliflower to shake things up on the dinner plate! And you'll know that each bite is supporting a more robust and resilient local food system in Northeast Ohio.

There's only six weeks left till the family shares start rolling! Order yours today at cityfresh.org 🍓

Email us at info@cityfresh.org to order with SNAP.

#cityfresh #csa #eatlocal #shoplocal

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