In the mid 70’s one of my joys was shopping with my mother at our local Woolworth; my behavior always awarded me soda-floats from their vintage soda fountain. Soda was happiness, it meant family, simple things. Soda today is rarely what it was, so removed from original recipes. Yet, in South Easton is a story … Read more
Supporting local food promotes a strong local economy, reduces carbon emissions, and helps preserve the environment. Sustainable Business Network’s (SBN) Executive Director Laury Hammel sums it up: “By working together we can play a leadership role in building a strong local food system and set an example for communities across the nation.” Check out this video produced locally … Read more
Our festival mission is to: Generate increased demand for local and sustainably produced food through education and promotion. Support the growth and development of local farms and locally owned food-related businesses. Increase the availability and access of healthy local food to urban communities. Facilitate collaborations between local food farms, businesses, and public and non-profit organizations. … Read more
The Boston Local Food Festival always aims to be a Zero Waste event. Zero Waste goes beyond recycling by maximizing recycling, minimizing waste, and reducing consumption. A Zero Waste Festival is an event that has 90% of waste recycled, reduced, or reused and has the least amount of impact on the environment. We will do … Read more