This Fourth of July make veggies the star of your backyard barbecue! With loads of local organic produce in season, we’ve created a delicious Independence Day menu that will satisfy your family and friends while utilizing the bounty of fruits and vegetables in your Boston Organics’ box.
Topics: Recipes, holidays, fourth of July, grilling, barbeque, salad
Passover, the Jewish holiday that spans eight days and commemorates the freeing of the Israelites from slavery in Egypt, begins this year at sunset on April 22, On the first night of Passover, families gather for Seder; a meal that includes special symbolic dishes and rituals. Here are some of the traditional Seder dishes with a Boston Organics twist:
Topics: Recipes, Holiday, holidays, passover
It’s almost 3.141592… Day! Also known as Pi day! Every year, on 3/14, we celebrate π - the mathematical constant that is the ratio of a circles diameter to its circumference. But eating pie is 3.14 times better than calculating areas or crunching equations. Pi kid you not, our pie recipes will blow your mind! Whether you’re in the mood for sweet, savory, tart, creamy or a little boozy – we got you covered. In addition, we’ve included some basic tips to make sure every pie you make is πRFECT!
Topics: Vegetarian and Vegan Food, Recipes, Organic Kohlrabi, Newsletter, boston organics, Organic Onions, Organic Parsnips, Home Cooking Kitchen Tips, Organic Strawberries, Original Boston Organics Blog, organic sweet potatoes, organic recipes, pumpkin, holidays, pie recipes, pi day
On March 17th the world celebrates Irish culture and the patron St. Patrick. Did you know that Boston is ranked #1 on a list of best cities for celebrating St. Paddy's Day? Here's a few good options for ways to celebrate the day. Legend has it that if you wear green you will be invisible to leprechauns who go around pinching folks in other colors. So celebrate the day by digging out your green shirts, pants and sweaters to foil those pesky leprechauns and take part in the festivities by making the Emerald Isle inspired menu below. Maybe you'll experience some luck o' the Irish!
Topics: Recipes, Holiday, holidays
Looking for great gifts for the food lover in your life? Here are our suggestions for holiday gifts for your Boston foodie.
Topics: holidays, christmas, best gifts for foodies, Boston
Ramadan is the month-long Muslim holiday where observers do not eat from sunrise to sundown. It is a time for self-reflection, and giving back to those less fortunate. Meals are served before sunrise, called suhoor, and after sunset, called iftar, and eaten with family or with the local community.
Topics: Recipes, Holiday, holidays
There's a lot of celebrating to be done this time of year! Whether you're planning a Passover Seder, an Easter brunch or an Earth Day party, these recipes make a welcome addition to any occasion! The common theme for these spring holidays is celebrating rejuvenation and renewal so it's likely not a coincidence that it's also beginning of the local growing season. There is much to celebrate and to look forward to as the world around us "Springs" back into life!
Topics: Recipes, Holiday, holidays
Happy National Pizza Day! Skip the fast-food and make a homemade pizza you're going to enjoy. You're not a weirddough if you've never made a pizza at home before. It can be intimidating but all you'll knead is some time and an oven. Invite family or friends over for a slice of fun. Or make it easy on yourself and order our dough that's ready to go!
Topics: Vegetarian and Vegan Food, Recipes, Holiday, holidays, vegan, vegetarian, pizza
November is somehow upon us and the holidays are just around the corner! Here at Boston Organics we have a number of seasonal snacks and treats perfect for getting you and your coworkers into the holiday spirit!
Topics: Taza Chocolate, Healthy Office, snacks, Thanksgiving, holidays, tea
Chinese New Year is celebrated all over the world. It marks the end of the coldest part of winter (maybe not true in Boston) and welcomes the spring. It is a multi-day celebration to bring good fortune to you and your loved ones. Here are some things you should know Chinese New Year.
Topics: Recipes, Holiday, holidays, Chinese New Year, Lunar Festival
