The first few meetings of the Sustainable Food Policy Board were a little hard for me to sit through, but they had their legs firmly under them now. A lot of good ground was covered at this month’s meeting. A big shout out to the Chair, Marla Camp, for managing the clock with an iron fist (they almost got done inside their scheduled time).
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UPDATE: Change Is Coming (Just Later)
Sometimes all you need are ice tongs and a friend who can keep a secret. Other times, a change in location are needed. The Austin Farmers’ Market is moving approximately 30 feet to the North of their previous location. The newly restored Republic Square Park will be their new home starting this Saturday the 16th. If you need greens, fish or sausage today, hit the Triangle today between 3pm – 7pm.
How Does Your Garden Grow
Frozen and now drowned in rain. It’s a tough season to be a garden in Austin. It seems like a good time to lay low, but the Travis County Master Gardener Association thinks different. Things to do this month: start seedling tomatoes, peppers and eggplant (inside), turn soil and add compost (it will need to chill for awhile to work it’s way into the soil). Now, is also the time to move any plants or plant any new bushes or shrubs.
Update: Sustainable Food Policy Board
The 2009 season of the Sustainable Food Policy Board is wrapping up. I ain’t going to lie to you. With all the procedural etiquette that the City requires for a proper Board, these meetings tend to drag at times. But, their heart is in the right place. To stay organized, they have three standing committees. Food Production and Business Committee: Identify issues, research and make policy recommendations related to SFPB’s mission and charges relating to food production and the local economy. Food Access and Wellness Committee: Identify issues, research and make policy recommendations related to SFPB’s mission and charges relating to food access and wellness. Executive Committee: Review meeting agendas, plan and manage SFPB activities.
Dining With Dogs
Austin is as good of a dog town as it is a food town. There are many dog friendly restaurant patios that you can go to with your pooch. Just don’t forget to order him a sandwich, too. Check out the list.
Grow Your Own: August
O.K. kids! You’ve read the news. Sometimes food at the grocery store can kill you. Maybe, I overstated that (just don’t eat peanut butter, tomatoes, lettuce, dog food…). Luckily, there is an alternative. A new trend is sweeping the nation: gardening. Apparently, it started in the prehistoric age; those caveman freaks! If you fall into the prior category (gardener, […]