There is a fantastic new eating establishment within walking distance of our CSA pick-up. Valverde Cucina Italiana is an intimate 5 table spot that prepares artisan Italian specialties and bakes and makes desserts and everything else on premises. I’ve been to brunch twice and everyone in my group thought their choices were incredible.
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REMEMBER! IMPORTANT UPCOMING DISTRO SCHEDULE:
-MONDAY, November 19 (TOMORROW-special for Thanksgiving; still 5PM-7:30 PM @ Cafe Bar)
-Thursday, November 29 (last of the season)
THANKSGIVING BOX: Rutabaga or Purple Top Turnips, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage (red or green), Broccoli or Kale or both, Carrots, Celeriac, Leeks, Yellow Potatoes, and Parsley.
What will you make for the table???
Please join with us to celebrate the end of a successful season together. All members, friends and family are very welcome.
We ask that every individual or family bring a dish to feed at least five or six people. Think appetizers, main courses, salads, side dishes, desserts.
No purchased prepared foods please. Try to keep it organic or local when possible. The CSA will provide utensils, plates, cups, and drinks.
Thanks to Teo for the pumpkin!
Hi friends,
Many of you know me as the enthusiastic starter of things and fervent admirer of all things Queens. I will try not to disappoint here.
After going to Green Drinks hosted by the Queens Botanical Garden this past summer, I was inspired to start a full fledged Green Drinks for Queens. As you may or may not know, Green Drinks is a once a month function where folks from the environmental world can gather in an informal way to mix, mingle, meet, share info, and make new connections and friends. Currently there are Green Drinks happening regularly in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and in other cities throughout the world.
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