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Food Thoughts
A source for information on Food Banks, Community Meal Programs, Community Gardens, and good food information
519-376-1560
WELCOME TO FOOD THOUGHTS
A place for those dedicated to and interested in, solving the Food Insecurity Needs of Bruce Grey. Food Insecurity is a symptom of poverty and the lack of affordable (geared to income) and safe housing.
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BACKGROUNDER: POVERTY & HOMELESSNESS
The lack of affordable and safe housing is the root cause of so many issues in our communities, including food insecurity.
FOOD ORGANIZATIONS: USING SCRAPS FOR COOKING
Having a goal of virtually zero waste when it comes to cooking is possible with this video, for more ideas checkout the link to IKEA's book
COMMUNITY GARDENS/MEAL PROGRAMS: What to do with all of that Zucchini
These awesome vegetables can be used so many different ways, checkout these awesome recipes.
FUN FOOD FACT(S) - The easiest way to prepare Corn on the Cob!
Love corn on the cob but hate shucking the cobs and dealing with all of the corn silk ... never again, watch this video and learn.
COMMUNITY GARDENS: What is "gleaning"?
One of the oldest forms of food rescue, gleaning is mentioned in the bible but existed long before then.
FUN FOOD FACT(S): Banana Boats
Smores with bananas! This great little video walks you through all of the steps. There is also lots of room to customize and add to them.
FOOD BANKS/MEAL PROGRAMS: Recruiting and Screening Volunteers
The right volunteers are the key to making your food organization work, use the tools in this video to make the decisions easier.
FUN FOOD FACT: Eating Stinging Nettles
Don't touch these with your bare hands, but they can be eaten.
FUN FOOD FACT(S): Unhealthy foods you probably eat daily
According to Watchmojo these are the top 10 unhealthy foods that you might be eating everyday without realizing it.
FOOD STORAGE TIPS - 30 Myths busted
Brightside video's on YouTube are full of useful information that can help food banks, meal programs, and our volunteers. Take a few minute
COMMUNITY GARDENS: 8 Plants that can still be planted in late July
For gardens, July is not too late. Watch and learn
BACKGROUNDER - HARM REDUCTION:
Many food organization clients may be taking part in a harm reduction program. Take a few minutes and learn about them.
FUN FOOD FACT(S): Maple Syrup - for more than just pancakes
Maple Syrup can be used for many more things than just helping making pancakes taste awesome.
FOOD STORAGE TIP: Storing Potatoes
Potatoes will stay fresh for a long time, if you follow some really basic steps.
FOOD BANKS & MEAL PROGRAMS: Celiac and Gluten
Everyone has heard about it, but do you really know what it is? This short video from Ted-Ed might just help.
COMMUNITY GARDENS: Planning for drought
Another great video in our continuing theme of planning for climate change for our community gardens.
FUN FOOD FACT(S): Extremely odd things about bananas
Fun Food Facts are a break in your busy day, enjoy this one about Bananas.
FOOD STORAGE TIP: How to get rid of fruit flies
Summer and fall are great times for fresh fruits and vegetables. Unfortunately fruit flies seem to come with them. Watch this short video.
FOOD BANKS: What the heck do you do with lentils?
One of the items that just sits on the shelves at most food banks is lentils. Until now nobody knew how to use them.
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380 9th Street East, Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada
519-376-1560
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