Sustainability is a way of raising food that is healthy for consumers and animals, does not harm the environment, provides a fair wage to farmers, preserves open space and enhances communities.
We at Ruby Chard support this growing movement that has created a consumer consciousness about where our food comes from, who produces it and how. Wherever possible we purchase locally grown and seasonal foods and support fair trade for family farmers in developing countries.
We hope to strengthen the connection between agriculture and consuming good food. In every class we instill our experience with local sustainable cuisine, from the field to our table. For more information on local growers and farmers markets, see the links below.
Farmers Markets – find one in your area
US Department of Agriculture’s online market directory by state
Our favorite farms
Allandale Farm, Brookline, MA
The Food Project, Lincoln and Dorchester,
MA
Appleton Farm,
Ipswich, MA
Russell Orchards, Ipswich, MA
Wilson Farm, Lexington, MA
Wesport Rivers Winery, Westport, MA
Verrill Farm, Concord, MA
Do you have your own favorite farm?
We’ll add it to our list: list@rubychard.com
Why should we eat locally grown food?
Links to Interesting Sites
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