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Joan Russell
Food History and Culture



Solo Dining Increases in Popularity
Animation Source: Giphy Solo dining is on the rise and you may wonder why? Isn't dining alone considered lonely and depressing? Many...
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Jan 13, 20243 min read


Regenerative Farms In CT Practice Sustainable Agriculture
Photo Source: Commons Wikimedia There are Regenerative Farms in CT that raise produce and livestock in a sustainable manner. Regenerative...
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Jan 10, 20245 min read


Small Plates Dining The Latest Food Revolution
Small Plates Photo Source: Pxhere What Are Small Plates? Salad Photo Source Pxhere Small plates are meals served on small plates or...
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Jan 1, 20244 min read


Add Victorian Holiday Traditions to Your Holiday Celebrations
Victorian holiday traditions still play a role in many Christmas and holiday celebrations in the US and the UK. These traditions involve...
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Dec 26, 20237 min read


Ways to Celebrate a Green Christmas
This year you can celebrate a green Christmas by buying a real tree and recycling it after the season ends , add more vegetarian dishes...
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Dec 12, 20234 min read


The Dangers of Asbestos in Farming
You would never think that asbestos exposure would be a probem for those working in farming. But farmers and workers in this industry...
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Dec 5, 20232 min read


Chili Colorado
A Brief History Chile Colorado is a meat stew made with chiles, beef ,or pork. The recipe orginated in Chihuahua Mexico. It is made in...
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Dec 4, 20233 min read


What Are Ghost Kitchens?
Source: Wix Media Ghost kitchen are restaurants without dining space. During the pandemic they became popular and many chefs and...
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Nov 30, 20234 min read


Ways Restaurants Reduce Food Waste
Today restaruants find ways to reduce food waste and use food waste to feed the poor by giving it to soup kitchens and food pantries. Many restaruants are aiming at zero waste or reducing waste with food and other products they use. Composting In Middletown, CT Composting: Photo Source The Idea Garden In Middletown CT the city has a program that collects restaruants food waste for compost. Their Feed The Earth Campaign turns organic waste to compost for growing plants in gard
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Nov 27, 20233 min read


How to Have A Green Thanksgiving
Photo Source: Wix Media This year you may want to have a sustainable green Thanksgiving. Buying your food locally is a good place to...
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Nov 22, 20232 min read


Thanksgiving Trends: Traditional Meals, vs. Alternative Meals
Thanksgiving Trends 2023 Photo Source: Jonolan Net This year more consumers will be buying locally sourced food from local farms and...
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Nov 19, 20233 min read


Eating Healthy-Diabetes Awareness Month
Diabetes Awareness Month in November began in 1975 and was recognized by President Regan. The goal of this month is to share knowledge, ...
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Nov 16, 20233 min read


Tri Corner Feed Promotes Food Access and Distribution In CT
Image Source: Progressive Charleston Programs AT Tri Corner Feed Tri Corner Feed in Sharon CT once a farm called Q Farm has become an...
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Nov 10, 20232 min read


US Halloween History and Healthy Treats
Halloween is a holiday in October known for costumes, candy, trick or treating, and parties. Start a new trend this year, serve healthy...
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Oct 27, 20234 min read


Ways To Celebrate National Pasta Month All Year
October is National Pasta Month, and you will find it's a great time for you try new recipes from different countries and regions of the...
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Oct 24, 20232 min read


Vegetarian Awareness Month-October
Photo Source: Health Jade Not everyone wants to become a vegetarian but adding more fresh fruit and vegetables to your diet will improve...
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Oct 18, 20235 min read


How to Celebrate National Curry Week in the US
Curry in Camden Market London: Wix Media National Curry Week is celebrated in the UK from October 2-9. The holiday recognizes Indian...
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Oct 5, 20234 min read


Ways to Enjoy National Coffee Day
Photo Source: Moments of Introspection Sept. 2017 Coffee Shop: Media From Wix A Brief History Animation Source: Giphy...
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Sep 28, 20233 min read


The Benefits of Regenerative Farming
Gif Source: Giphy Regenerative farming is a way of farming that is promoted by the World Economic Forum. This type of farming focuses on...
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Sep 23, 20234 min read


Sriracha Sauce An International Condiment
Early History Sriracha Sauce originated in Thailand with a woman named Thanom Chakkapak that made the sauce in the town of Si Racha. Her...
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Sep 18, 20234 min read
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