News
With so much happening at Urban Roots, we have put together a news page, so you can see, read, watch and listen to what is happening in our different programs. We hope you enjoy and check back often as we put more information on this page.
Click on the links below to watch more about Urban Roots and how we are changing the lives of students and families on the Eastside of Saint Paul.
East Side Food & Wellness Hub Community Event
Saturday, September 7 from 10am-12pm Come meet your neighbors, eat some delicious food, have fun and learn about gardening and wellness resources available on the East Side. Fun for the whole family includes: -Free food -Cooking demonstrations -Mas...
Read Blog DetailGarden-Inspired Pizza Challenge
For some end-of-the-summer fun this week Garden Corps held a garden-inspired pizza-making challenge! Our interns divided into two teams and each team designed a pizza concept and recipe using fresh produce growing in our gardens. The objective was to...
Read Blog DetailRecipes from Open House
Everyone had a terrific time at the open house yesterday! One of the highlights was the freshly made food. Wondering how to make those garden-friendly dishes? Swiss Chard Tzatziki (Yogurt Dip) Ingredients 1 cup finely chopped Swiss chard leaves (r...
Read Blog DetailSautéed Kale with Kohlrabi
Yield: Makes 8 servings active time: 25 min total time: 45 min (includes cooling) 1 1/4 pound kohlrabi, bulbs peeled 1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 pounds kale (2 bunches), stem...
Read Blog DetailSummer Open House
Please join us at the Urban Roots 2013 Open House. The event will take place at First Covenant Church, 1280 Arcade Street in St. Paul on Wednesday, August 7 from 4:30-6:30 P.M. Share in the fun while learning what Urban Roots does for our community. ...
Read Blog DetailEco-Stamp Donation Month at Mississippi Market
Each month Mississippi Market Natural Foods Co-op selects a nonprofit organization to feature for their Eco-Stamp donation program. This program allows shoppers to donate 5 cent bag credits whenever they bring their own bags to shop, and it really ad...
Read Blog DetailSunday Suppers in July
We’re excited to partner with the Gateway Food Cooperative on their Sunday Suppers in July. Check out their website and help spread the word about these exciting free dinners. http://www.gatewaytofood.org...
Read Blog DetailRoots for the Home Team
Roots for the Home Team is in full swing for the second season at Target Field. We sold out of our salads at our first game! Like last year, we have some fabulous salads available for sale, so check out our schedule on the Roots for the Home Team web...
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