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Give a Presentation at Our First Sustainable Living Fair
By Tabitha Alterman

Would you like to present a workshop or lecture at a sustainable living event? We’re looking for folks knowledgeable in Real Food topics, from making cheese, pickles and charcuterie to organizing a CSA. If you've got skills, get involved!

Fresh Recipe: Mango-Passion Fruit Smoothie
From Eating Well
Tangy passion fruit pairs well with mango in this tropical-flavored smoothie.
America's Favorite Tomatoes
By Barbara Pleasant
We talked with experts across the country to choose the 20 best-tasting varieties.
Chopped Salad al Tonno
From Eating Well
Why have the same mayonnaise-laden tuna when you can make a light, fresh salad that won’t hold you back?
Mixed Green Salad with Grapefruit and Cranberries
From Eating Well
Grapefruit juice is the base for the tangy vinaigrette on this salad studded with grapefruit segments and dried cranberries.

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