May 2016 Newsletter

by Fresh Roots | May 24, 2016 | Fresh Roots Newsletters

Fresh From Fresh Roots Over the past two weeks, Fresh Roots has been invited to speak with teachers, funders and industry members, thought leaders and professors from across British Columbia to explore what we can do to support a sustainable food and education system...

New Volunteer Postings – Support SOYL Youth this Summer

by Fresh Roots | May 13, 2016 | Announcement, SOYL Stories

Fresh Roots and UBC Faculty of Education’s Intergenerational Landed Learning program have been excitedly collaborating and planning to produce our most exciting year of SOYL youth programming yet! The SOYL summer employment and leadership program empowers...

Hello from Farmer Charlotte

by Fresh Roots | Mar 3, 2016 | Announcement

Howdy Everyone! Charlotte here, the incoming  Fresh Roots Farm Manager! I am elated to be joining the Fresh Roots team in growing Good Food and cultivating community! I’ll be working closely with Scott over the next few months as we begin the season (we’ve already...

CARROT AND TURNIP MASH

by Fresh Roots | Oct 12, 2015 | Recipes

1 bunch Fresh Roots carrots 1 bunch Fresh Roots turnips 2 cloves Fresh Roots garlic, minced 2 tbsp. butter Salt and pepper to taste Bring turnips and carrots to a boil until tender. Drain. Add garlic, butter, salt and pepper. Mash. Sprinkle with parsley if desired....

Roasted Beet Salad with Beet Greens and Feta

by Fresh Roots | Oct 6, 2015 | Recipes

3 tablespoons olive oil 1-1/4 tablespoons red wine vinegar 1-2 cloves minced Fresh Roots garlic 3-4 Fresh Roots beets, with greens 1/2 cup water 1 tablespoons chopped drained capers 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese Salt and Pepper to taste Preheat oven to 375°F. Whisk...