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Someone approached me at the farmer’s market today asking if KatonahGreen would set up a rating system that would reward restaurants for steps they take to green their operation. Another person suggested I write what they can do to economize on home heating that actually works in our area. Two teens suggested having other teens [...]

Come see an antique apple peeler demonstration this weekend at Gossetts Farm Market 10/31/09, and try some apple fritters!

If mountain top coal mining was about to take place in Westchester County you can bet it would be stopped in it's tracks in faster than most people even heard about such an outrageous project that would rip apart our landscape, ruin our water supply and destroy crucial ecological systems. "The Appalachian mountains in West Virginia are home to some of the most beautiful and biodiverse forests in the world. The destruction of these mountains forests and streams is one of the most egregious examples of our s

Hans Johansson from Mushrooms and More, shows us Chicken of the Woods mushrooms up close in the wild, and tells us a little about finding them, choosing the tastiest ones and how to prepare them. Check out his website, www.MushroomsAndMore.net

Food Stylist Rachel Campbell cooks up some Red and Yellow Pepper Pureed Soup while preparing Grilled Polenta and a Fennel-Tomato Compote to top it off!

Many thanks to Gossetts Farm Market for hosting Katonah Green’s Local Food--Local Chefs Cooking Demonstration Series, and to this episodes' food contributor: Madura Farms for the organically grown fennel, shallots, potato, peppers, carrots and tomatoes.

The Local Foods--Local Chefs Demo Series is coordinated by Heather Flournoy for KatonahGreen.com

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Watching "Tips from the Market: What to do with Celery Root" at Vodpod

Watching "Grilled Whole Wheat Pizza with Fresh, Local, Healthy, Market Ingredients" at Vodpod

Chef Liz Gagnon of Nature’s Temptations Deli in Ridgefield, Ct takes us shopping at the market, selects what looks best, and comes up with a fabulous Moroccan meal: Scallops with Lamb Sausage and Spices, Cucumber and Cippolini Onion Salad, Sprouted Red Lentils with Eggplant, Corn and Lemon.
She gives us some quick lessons on cutting [...]

This time of year we have loads of fresh veggies available from gardens and farmer's markets and local farms. I'd like to share a recipe for a quick soup I make at least once a week, often several times a week. It only takes about 20 minutes from start until it's in your bowl. It's easily adaptable to what you have on hand, hearty, yummy and incredibly healthy because it's raw and therefore retains its enzyme activity and all of the nutrients of fresh vegetables.More than that, I'm excited to share this with you as I just found an unedited video of me making this soup, hidden in the recesses of my computer. And there is a very special guest in it--my grandmother Marion, who passed away on July 20th. I'm so glad to be able to give you a glimpse of her and her loving, supportive nature. Here's the video and the recipe:Heather In The Kitchen: Green Cilantro-Sunflower SoupRECIPEfor 3 servingsIngredients1 stalk celery, cut into 2 inch pieces1 small carrot or half of a sweet potato, roughly chopped2 Tbsp sprouted sunflower seeds (soak raw, shelled sunflower seeds in water for at least 4 hours, or overnight)2 leaves kale or swiss chard or bok choy or 1 cup chopped spinach2 leaves mustard greens, chopped3 sprigs fresh cilantro, stem included, chopped1 small piece of broccoli or half of a cucumber1 Tbsp chopped onion1/2 clove fresh garlic1 small tomato1 tsp sea salt1 dash chipotle habanero sauce or other hot sauce2 Tbsp lemon juice1.5 cups waterDirections:Add all of this to a blender and blend on the "ice crush" setting or high until the soup looks creamy. Taste. Add more salt if necessary. Pour into bowls. I like to serve this with olive oil drizzled on top, some black pepper and some freshly grated parmesan cheese.________________________Thanks to Dr. Susan Carpenter for filming this, and to my Gram for sharing her love of food and organic agriculture with me.________________________Get out to your local farmer's market this week! Check out www.localharvest.org to find a f

I feel that we really need to connect with the earth. We need to take the time to lay a foundation of familiarity and understanding that will help us to foster a deep caring for the planet and our impact on it. Once we do this, the motivation to take care of the planet will be something that simply becomes a part of our behavior. It will no longer be something that we do only on Saturdays or on recycling day, but will become part of the way in which we make our daily decisions on purchasing and using energy, how we eat, and even how we treat our common ailments. There are so many ways to make this shift in consciousness, and I'll address one of them in the video posted below on how to get started with foraging for wild foods and herbs in your own backyard. Join a foraging workshop in your area this weekend. Go to www.WildmanSteveBrill.com and click on the calendar. Or visit the Katonah Green Calendar on the left-hand side of the blog. ***************You read this blog because you are interested in lessening the average American's negative impact on the planet, but how are you connecting to the core of the 'green' mission? So many of us, or those we associate with, have great intentions, but lack the commitment to really strive to make positive, green and eco-conscious choices. How can we help each other deepen our commitment and increase our energy levels so that we really can make a difference? How do you connect with the earth? Please share your inspiring tips and stories by clicking on the comment link at the end of this article and writing your tips and stories. If you are on Twitter post your comments there too. Connect with me on Twitter: @katonahgreen

Click here to watch this video with Guy Hodges, beekeeper and builder from South Salem, NY. I ask him the best way to deal with carpenter bees, and get a surprising answer. You can find him on Saturdays at the South Salem Farmer's Market at Gossett's Nursery on Rte 35. __________________Make sure you check the Katonah Green Calendar on the left-hand side of the blog.Upcoming: Saturdays: Now there are two local farmer's markets: South Salem Market at Gossett's Nursery and the Community Farmer's Market at John Jay High School. Visit them both to get your local, organic veggies, bread, meats and cheeses, local honey, and baked goods. Reviews coming soon!Sign up now for the Learn to Forage for Wild Foods with expert forager, Wildman Steve Brill at Bylane Farm, June 28th.

For all of you out there who are wondering what all the buzz about Twitter is about, or who assume that Twitter is a waste of time, here is my response to you. Watch the video to see how I use Twitter to get eco-news, connect with local 'green' and marketing twitterers, and how to find me on Twitter!_______Be sure to check KatonahGreen.com regularly for Calendar updates!

What gets recycled at the Bedford Recycling Center? Watch this video and Nick will tell you what to do with Styrofoam, clothing, cardboard, cans, glass, paper and plastics if you live in the Katonah or Bedford area. Apparently the Recycling Center, which is located at 301 Adams Street, Bedford Hills, NY, is the place to be on Saturday mornings. This morning there was a line of cars waiting to get in. In addition to the information that Nick tells you in the video, here are two more waste-reducing tips: Compost! If you don't already compost your food waste, start now. Food waste is generally between 12 and 40% of an average household's waste. Check out The Lower East Side Ecology Center's info on home composting and community compost collection projects. Re-use hangers: Take your hangers in to The Greener Cleaner in Katonah. Kid Incentive: If you have children, offer them a financial incentive to reduce your household's waste. It will teach them a good work ethic, build their awareness (and your's too) of how much waste we generate, and get them involved in cleaning up the environment. _________________________Make sure you check out the Calendar on the left-hand side of www.KatonahGreen.com!Sign up now for the June 28th Foraging Tour of ByLane Farm and while you are there you will get a chance to see all of the fantastic projects that the Bedford Audubon Society has implemented there!