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27 February 2008
Greetings and Raw Salutations
Hoping you are well and happy! I can't believe that February is almost over. It's just getting more and more fun here. Are you enjoying the perpetual snow storm? I think this is the most snow we've experienced so far since moving to VT almost 5 years ago. Even though it's all white and snowy outside, I have visions of spring: mud. (I'm smiling) And I'm looking forward to it! I'm also looking forward to changing the salad options at the stores as we get into more local produce being available. Anyway, we've got a lot planned for the months ahead but let's just do one month at a time, shall we?
upcoming raw food haps
see my complete calendar here Here's the latest and greatest for Vermont Fiddle Heads - an overview for the month of March:
1. I've updated a few pages on the website. Still much more to do though. I've included a sweet and savory page so that you can see what is available in stores and individuals. I also need to get pictures up of the eggless egg salad and the not tuna (and the chilli and the zucchini pasta) - it's all good.
Nut milk and sprouting bags: these are selling really well and it's keeping Matt quite busy! Thankfully he has hired a friend to help him! yippeeeeee!! Savory and Sweet Treats: pictures of the ginger crackers, super orange fudge, super mint fudge, spice cookies and the god and goddess butters. These are available in bulk sizes as well. Just ask. I also just came up with a new sweetie cracker that is VERY tasty. Made with sprouted buckwheat. YUM! I've updated the product page: You can also click on the "market" tab off any page to see what else is for sale. We're offering a "no excuses" approach to adding more raw food into your diet. 2. We've been selling really well at City Market, Sweet Clover Market and Hunger Mountain Coop and am going to be getting into other stores. The God and Goddess Butter will be at Hunger Mountain Coop starting this next week. I'm making deliveries weekly and am looking for help in making deliveries. If you are interested, please email me or call me at 223-2111. I'm also going to need some help one day a week to make and package food. Please let me know if you are interested. Thanks so much.
3. Our potluck dates have moved to the 3rd Thursday of the month from 6-8 pm. We're rotating houses and locations. Last month we were in Richmond and this month we'll be in Montpelier. The next potluck date is scheduled for Thursday March 20th from 6-8 pm. Please check out the meet up site for more details.
4. The raw food workshops at Hunger Mountain Coop are super fun and I've been working on a few developments there. More to follow in a future newsletter. The next workshop is Tuesday, March 11 where we'll be doing easy, hearty raw breakfast recipes. Please check out the coop's calendar page for more info - click on March and then click on the 11th for the details
5. I'm planning a sprouting/dehydrating class for the last weekend of March. It is a 2 day class that will cover the more complex recipes so if you are looking to expand your knowledge and confidence in making raw food, please contact me for more details.
6. I'm expecting a delivery soon of cacao products (nibs, powder and butter). I have hemp protein powder here, bee pollen and nuts and seeds in bulk if you need anything that you might not find elsewhere. I have good pricing. Just tell me what you need and I'll hook you up. You know, it's good to list this stuff out. I can see for myself what we're accomplishing.
"I wanted to let you know that I very much enjoyed your eggles egg salad and your not tuna salad; I purchased them at Sweet Clover in Essex Junction. They were delicious."
"BTW- just bought your god and goddess butter last night- FABULOUS!!!!!!!!" "Good morning from PA! First off, let me say that VT-Fiddle.com has been a terrific tool for me. I found it through a Google search and literally read through the entire site. I am a dedicated raw food enthusiast. I love to plant my own flowers, fruits, and vegetables. Your website has been an amazing source of quality information, and since I will be moving to Vermont shortly your site is a perfect fit!" "Hiya - was just over at City Market and found your other goodies!! I'm eating your spice cookies now and also have some orange mint fudge in my desk drawer. Those cookies are so good and really hit the spot after a big salad. This weekend I'll have to try your white chocolate as a treat." "I took your raw foods workshop at the Coop last night and it was great, thanks again! It was fun and informative." "Linda is a great teacher" (from the last raw food workshop at the coop - Aw, shucks. Thanks!) "i wanted to let you know how much i enjoy the items you sell thru' the montpelier coop (especially the cashew & walnut items)--they are tasty, satisfying & reasonably priced... thanks for making these raw delights avail for those of us racing around" "Hi Linda: (this is in regards to the mystery box that I deliver) Thank you Thank you Thank you what a treat. I have missed your chili. The hazelnut fudge is EXCELLENT!!! The God Butter is FANTASTIC!!! (haven't tried the goddess yet) I think these 3 are my favorites! I tell you--if I lived up your way you would be seeing my face 3x's/day. It is such a pleasure to be able to order your products and have them delivered to my doorstep! Many Thanks and have a Goddess Day! almost forgot---after the delicious taste of everything-I then observed the packaging-love your jars (nice shape and labels). Also your labels on the cookie and cracker package are super!! Keep up the great work!"
Today's tip for the day comes to you from Sheila - Thanks Sheila!
"I have been sprouting wheat grass seeds and then spreading them out in a round clay dish and letting it grow into wheatgrass ( rinse twice a day and drain the water). Then when it gets high enough I cut it and chew it to get the sweet juice out of it. I can usually get 2-3 cuttings out of each batch. So instead of gum, chew your wheatgrass!!!" ok and now for that recipe
This time of year we're usually thinking about colors, warmer days and sunshine. Here's a fun recipe that I found on goneraw.com
"California Dreamin" Wheatgrass Smoothie
Makes 32 delicious ounces.
Ingredients
Preparation
Add all ingredients to blender and blend on high for 30 seconds or more. If desired, garnish with edible flowers for a little pizazz.
Happy days to you,
Linda
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