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fromThe Mercury News
4 hours ago

Expanded Whole Foods Market opens in Los Gatos

The new store is a little over 43,000 square feet and boasts a coffee and juice bar, expanded areas for prepared foods and specialty sections for cheese, meats, seafood and alcohol.
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

10 Most Beloved Regional Grocery Chains Around The US - Tasting Table

H-E-B is America's best grocery chain, with a loyal following and a super-long list of must-buy products, including freshly baked tortillas and store-brand ice cream.
Food & drink
#gardening
fromTasting Table
4 hours ago
Everyday cooking

Using An Old Wood Pallet To Grow Strawberries Is A Move The Pros Use. Here's How To Do It - Tasting Table

fromKqed
4 days ago
Agriculture

Want to Save on Groceries? You Can Grow Your Own Garden | KQED

Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
4 hours ago

Using An Old Wood Pallet To Grow Strawberries Is A Move The Pros Use. Here's How To Do It - Tasting Table

Building a pallet planter can help grow strawberries effectively and tidily in your garden.
Pets
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

If You Find A Bird Egg In Your Vegetable Garden, Here's What You Need To Do Next - Tasting Table

Bird nests and eggs are legally protected; do not relocate them to avoid fines and ensure bird safety.
Agriculture
fromKqed
4 days ago

Want to Save on Groceries? You Can Grow Your Own Garden | KQED

Growing your own food is healthier, fresher, and empowers individuals while saving money.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

The Unexpected Pantry Staple That Can Kill Pesky Vegetable Garden Weeds - Tasting Table

Cream of tartar serves as a natural weed killer due to its acidic properties, providing a safer alternative to chemical herbicides.
Agriculture
fromApartment Therapy
4 days ago

10 Things You Can Still Plant in April (It's Not Too Late!)

April is an ideal month for planting various vegetables, herbs, and summer-blooming bulbs after the last frost.
Agriculture
fromDesign Milk
5 hours ago

Delfyd Farm Keeps Soul, Substance, and Sheep

Sheep have significantly influenced civilization, providing wool and shaping culture, while Delfyd Farm exemplifies sustainable architecture in the Gower peninsula.
OMG science
fromTasting Table
2 hours ago

15 Edible Shrubs Hummingbirds Will Enjoy As Much As You - Tasting Table

Hummingbirds are vital pollinators, enhancing garden beauty and supporting plant survival, especially in areas where insects struggle.
Cooking
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

How do I get texture and that umami hit without meat? | Kitchen aide

Umami flavors can be recreated using ingredients like soy sauce, mushroom seasoning, and tofu for texture in dishes like carbonara and chorizo.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Public grocery stores are having a moment. Can they really make food more affordable? | CBC Radio

Public grocery stores in Canada aim to reduce food costs but face criticism regarding their feasibility and potential waste of public funds.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Education to Improve the Planet's Health, and Our Own

Nature enhances human health, but environmental degradation now negatively impacts well-being, necessitating education reform for Planetary Health.
Fundraising
fromwww.7x7.com
1 day ago

13 Bay Area Clean Beauty Brands to Give Your Routine a Sustainability Makeover This Earth Day

95% of discarded beauty packaging ends up in landfills or oceans, with only 9% being recycled.
London food
fromianVisits
1 day ago

Historic Smithfield annexe to reopen as food market in 2028

The Annexe buildings next to Smithfield market will be transformed into a food market and hotel by 2030, alongside the new London Museum.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

'Gardening can help young people feel at peace'

A garden highlighting mental health pressures on young people will debut at the Chelsea Flower Show before becoming a community space in Newham.
East Bay food
fromKqed
4 days ago

These Workers Keep Produce Moving In the Golden State | KQED

California's food supply relies on the Oakland Produce Market and the maintenance of irrigation canals by Big Valley Divers.
Portland food
fromFuncheap
3 days ago

Earth Day Fest: Animals, Demos & Food Trucks (East Bay)

Celebrate Earth Day on April 23 at Pleasant Hill City Hall with activities, demonstrations, and food trucks.
Education
fromFood & Beverage Magazine
4 days ago

Urban School Food Alliance Launches Culinary Fellowship

The Urban School Food Alliance launched the Student Culinary Fellowship to enhance school nutrition through hands-on culinary training for high school students.
fromEarth911
5 days ago

How To Grow Vegetables With Aquaponics

Aquaponics systems utilize one gallon of water to produce a kilogram of leafy greens, compared to over 30 gallons in traditional farming, showcasing remarkable efficiency.
Environment
#grocery-stores
New York City
fromTime Out New York
5 days ago

There's now a plan to open a city-owned grocery store in East Harlem

Mayor Mamdani plans to open five city-run grocery stores in NYC, starting in 2027, to provide affordable food options for residents.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Editorial | A basket full of questions about Mayor Mamdani's supermarket plan | amNewYork

Opening city-run grocery stores aims to provide affordable food options for New Yorkers amid rising prices.
Berlin food
fromEater Portland
5 days ago

Snag a Sandwich From a Bastion of Portland Vegan Culture (Soy Curls Included)

Portland's vegan scene thrives with diverse options, and DC Vegetarian excels with innovative soy curl sandwiches and a playful menu.
UK news
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago

Households urged to stock up on some food items as UK braces for CO shortages - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

UK ministers are preparing for potential CO₂ shortages due to disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, prioritizing critical services in contingency plans.
Dining
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Bitter is beautiful. Greens and beans for grown-ups

Bitter greens like chicories and brassicas are an acquired taste, often rejected by children but appreciated by many adults.
SF food
fromTasting Table
5 days ago

The Popular Grocery Store Known For Its Top-Tier Fresh Fish Selection - Tasting Table

Wegmans is renowned for its high-quality, ethically sourced fresh seafood, offering a wide variety of fish and shellfish.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
6 days ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
Silicon Valley food
fromThe Mercury News
2 hours ago

12 standout sandwiches in the Bay Area, from new discoveries to the classics

The spring 2026 list features 12 recommended sandwiches from various shops in the Bay Area, highlighting diverse flavors and ingredients.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
4 hours ago

10 Store-Bought Foods That Are Actually Only A Good Deal In Theory - Tasting Table

Many convenience food products do not meet expectations for quality and value, making it essential to choose wisely.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
5 hours ago

The 9 Biggest Breakfast Trends In 2026 (So Far) - Tasting Table

Breakfast trends in 2026 emphasize health-conscious choices, focusing on protein and fiber while encouraging creativity in ingredient combinations.
E-Commerce
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

Here's When Trader Joe's Employees Want You To 'Stop Touching Things' - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's employees prefer to bag groceries themselves and appreciate customer trust and appreciation.
Fundraising
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Despite razor-thin profits, chefs give their time and food to charity. Why they do it

Chefs frequently contribute their time and food to charity events, showcasing their commitment to community support.
Brooklyn
fromBronx Times
1 week ago

OUR FORGOTTEN BOROUGH | How the Bronx feeds all of New York City- but struggles to feed itself - Bronx Times

The Bronx food distribution center supports local jobs but limits community access to affordable food.
East Bay food
fromThe Mercury News
4 days ago

Meet the soul-food chef singing the praises of Oakland, top food city

Michele McQueen is a pioneering chef promoting Oakland as a viable restaurant city while celebrating its rich culinary culture.
Silicon Valley food
fromTechCrunch
5 hours ago

Exclusive: What's the key to better vegan cheese? Microbreweries, one startup says | TechCrunch

AuX Labs aims to produce casein without cows, enabling vegan cheese that mimics dairy cheese's taste and texture.
#aldi
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago
Everyday cooking

I'm a recipe developer, mom, and Aldi devotee. There are 13 products I buy on every shopping trip.

Aldi offers high-quality, affordable groceries that cater to both family needs and foodie preferences.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago
Food & drink

I'm a dietitian married to a personal trainer. Here are 10 of our favorite groceries to buy at Aldi.

Aldi offers high-quality, affordable grocery staples favored by a personal trainer and a dietitian for nutritious meals.
Food & drink
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

I'm a dietitian married to a personal trainer. Here are 10 of our favorite groceries to buy at Aldi.

Aldi offers high-quality, affordable grocery staples favored by a personal trainer and a dietitian for nutritious meals.
East Bay food
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
5 days ago

Around Berkeley: Earth Day celebrations, beehive tour, robot building for kids

Cyclists can participate in a community beehive ride tour on April 19, with stops at local gardens and a suggested donation.
Mission District
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

The Lower Haight corner store named Whole Foods

Haight Fillmore Whole Foods Co. symbolizes community resilience and healthy living in San Francisco's Lower Haight neighborhood since 1978.
Silicon Valley food
fromQueerty
1 day ago

This unexpected fruit is a game-changer for bottoms - Queerty

Kiwi fruit provides valuable fiber, aiding gut health and bowel regularity, making it beneficial for digestive health.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Wellbeing garden opens to combat isolation

Volunteer Linda Fisher, 68, discovered the hub two years ago when she was 'socially isolated' and said the garden 'will be an ice-breaker for people walking past'.
London food
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

For Cheaper Gas, Look For Stations That Serve Fresh Food - Tasting Table

Gasoline doesn't have a particularly high profit margin, which is partly why most gas stations double as convenience stores or offer fresh food. If chains like Buc-ee's and Sheetz can make more money by selling food, they can afford to lower their margins on gasoline.
Food & drink
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

East Bay Communities Prepare for Increased Food Demand Amid SNAP Cuts | KQED

"Many times I find myself having to set aside other basic needs my children have in order to prioritize buying food," Garcia said in Spanish.
California
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

12 Veggies To Plant That'll Be Ready For Harvest In One Month - Tasting Table

Fast-growing vegetables like cress and baby bok choy can be harvested in weeks, providing quick results for impatient or beginner gardeners.
SF food
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

5 Fruits And Vegetables To Stock Up On In The Spring - Tasting Table

Buying seasonal produce offers better taste, nutritional value, and lower prices.
#sustainability
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

These Overlooked Kitchen Items Can Replace Small Trash Bags, And You Already Have Them - Tasting Table

Repurpose existing plastic bags from groceries and takeout as free alternatives to specialized trash bags.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

These 10 Fruits And Vegetables Don't Belong In Raised Beds - Tasting Table

Growing your own food in raised beds promotes sustainability and self-sufficiency while providing fresh produce at lower costs.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

These Overlooked Kitchen Items Can Replace Small Trash Bags, And You Already Have Them - Tasting Table

Repurpose existing plastic bags from groceries and takeout as free alternatives to specialized trash bags.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

These 10 Fruits And Vegetables Don't Belong In Raised Beds - Tasting Table

Growing your own food in raised beds promotes sustainability and self-sufficiency while providing fresh produce at lower costs.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
4 days ago

8 Ways To Rid Your Vegetable Garden Of Caterpillars - Tasting Table

Caterpillars can damage crops but are essential for biodiversity; effective management strategies are necessary to protect plants while maintaining ecosystem balance.
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
2 days ago

Steal This Clever Grocery Store Trick For The Best Kitchen Pantry Organization - Tasting Table

Organizing your kitchen effectively enhances culinary efficiency and makes the space feel better.
fromTasting Table
3 days ago

Exactly How Old Are Grocery Store Eggs, Anyway? - Tasting Table

In the United States, eggs are usually packed within a week of being laid, but they can legally be sold for 30 days after that packing date. This is called the Julian date, and it's shown by three numbers that represent consecutive days of the year - starting with 001 for January 1.
Everyday cooking
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Vandals target nonprofit farm in Ipswich

Members of the nonprofit Three Sisters Garden Project walked into their greenhouse to find that someone had destroyed more than half of their seedlings, causing thousands of dollars in damage.
Agriculture
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
6 days ago

The economics of nitrogen, a phosphorus squeeze, and the science fair | Wheat Pete's Word, Apr 15/26

Weather extremes and fertilizer supply challenges impact wheat development and management strategies across North America.
#vegetable-gardening
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Start small, grow what you like and be realistic: how to start a vegetable garden

Growing your own vegetables offers unmatched taste, health benefits, and can be done in small spaces without a yard.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

The 6 Most Affordable Vegetables To Plant In Your Garden, According To A Farmer - Tasting Table

Tending a vegetable garden is a rewarding way to ensure fresh food and save on grocery costs.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Start small, grow what you like and be realistic: how to start a vegetable garden

Growing your own vegetables offers unmatched taste, health benefits, and can be done in small spaces without a yard.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
1 week ago

The 6 Most Affordable Vegetables To Plant In Your Garden, According To A Farmer - Tasting Table

Tending a vegetable garden is a rewarding way to ensure fresh food and save on grocery costs.
Agriculture
fromFast Company
1 week ago

New uses for traditional crops are increasing value per acre

Crops are increasingly designed to serve multiple markets simultaneously, enhancing value creation without requiring more land.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

San Francisco is losing another major grocery store

Closing a store is not a decision we take lightly, but this store has had performance issues for an extended period of time. We have worked to enhance and remodel the location, but it has not shown the sales and profit needed to continue operations. In fact, despite the best efforts of a great team, we have lost money year over year at this location.
San Francisco
fromScary Mommy
1 week ago

What's The Average Grocery Bill For A Family Of Four In 2026? Parents Weigh In

We generally average about $250 a week on food and a Costco trip every six to eight weeks that hits between $500 and $600. We've been shopping primarily at Aldi's & Trader Joe's because we go through so much fruit. A year ago, that $250 a week would actually last close to two weeks.
Everyday cooking
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Residents to grow food on 'unloved' public land

Hounslow Council launches Right to Grow initiative allowing residents to cultivate food on unused public land, becoming only the second London council to adopt this policy.
#food-insecurity
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

13 Plants You Should Grow In A Laundry Basket Vegetable Garden - Tasting Table

Food insecurity drives people to grow their own food, even in small spaces like laundry baskets.
Online Community Development
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

How the 'Little Free Pantry' Can Help Feed the Hungry Without Requiring Them to Drive - Streetsblog USA

Micro-pantries are small, community-maintained food compartments addressing food insecurity for people without reliable transportation to traditional food banks.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

13 Plants You Should Grow In A Laundry Basket Vegetable Garden - Tasting Table

Food insecurity drives people to grow their own food, even in small spaces like laundry baskets.
Online Community Development
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

How the 'Little Free Pantry' Can Help Feed the Hungry Without Requiring Them to Drive - Streetsblog USA

Micro-pantries are small, community-maintained food compartments addressing food insecurity for people without reliable transportation to traditional food banks.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

5 Delicious Garden Favorites You May Be Able To Plant In April - Tasting Table

Timing is crucial for successful kitchen gardening, especially for planting seasonal vegetables and fruits.
Public health
fromNature
2 months ago

How to eat well and within Earth's limits

Dietary choices drive human health and planetary stability; shifting to minimally processed, protein-rich and plant-forward diets reduces emissions, water use, pollution, and premature deaths.
NYC food
fromGothamist
1 month ago

NYC's city-owned markets keep food cheap, at a cost

New York's three city-managed public markets operated at a combined $3.6 million loss in 2024 while providing affordable food access and subsidizing below-market vendor rents.
Environment
fromwww.mcall.com
2 months ago

Backyard vegetable gardens are healthy for people and the planet. Here's how to start yours

Backyard vegetable gardens reduce food-related emissions, improve soil and pollinator habitat, and boost physical, social, emotional, and nutritional health.
#foraging
San Francisco
fromSan Francisco Public Press
2 months ago

On Treasure Island, One Grocer and a Patchwork of Neighbors Keep People Fed - San Francisco Public Press

Treasure Island lacks supermarkets; Abdo Nasser's Treasure Island Cove remains the only grocery store, serving a community facing geographic isolation, food insecurity, and high poverty.
fromEarth911
4 weeks ago

Seed, Sprout, Spectacular: Tips for Starting Your Garden From Scratch

Starting plants from seed extends your relationship with the garden, gives you more control over seed sourcing, and saves real money compared to buying nursery starts, sometimes as much as 90% per plant.
Agriculture
#polymarket
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Can You Grow A Garden From Grocery Store Produce Seeds? - Tasting Table

Growing vegetables from store-bought seeds is possible but results vary based on produce type, growing method, and post-harvest treatment, with hybrid plants producing different crops than their parent plants.
fromFuncheap
1 month ago

Eco SF School Farm Volunteer Work Day | SF

All skill levels and abilities are welcome, even for moral support and comic relief. They will provide some water and maybe a snack, and plenty of well worn gloves, but If you'd like, bring some more refreshments to share or your favorite personal protective equipment.
Agriculture
Food & drink
fromKqed
2 months ago

For 56 Years, This Berkeley Food Pantry Built a Community. Now It's Shutting Down | KQED

A long-running community food pantry is closing, removing a unique mutual-support resource relied on by volunteers, clients, and local residents.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The Guardian view on food security: Britain can no longer trust markets alone | Editorial

Food policy across much of the world is changing. But not in Britain. That may be a costly mistake as the prices of essentials rise because of the climate emergency, geopolitical tensions and the fragility of just-in-time supply chains. Many capitals are now reviving their strategic food reserves. European nations such as Sweden, Finland, Norway and Germany are rebuilding stocks dismantled after the cold war.
Food & drink
Agriculture
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Fill Your Windows With Year-Round Edible Produce

Window farms enable indoor food production in small spaces through vertical hydroponic gardening, with 71% of Americans planning to grow food in 2025 and over 27% choosing indoor methods.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

A new food hub brings fresh produce and alkaline soursop fish sandwiches to South L.A.

"I made a connection with some Black farmers out in Florida in December, and I drove there to pick up the watermelons," he said. "Just so people can continue their fruit fasts and stuff like that. People were telling me 'I'm 10 days deep into a fruit fast and you're saving my life right now.'"
Agriculture
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