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Pickled Radishes

Pickled Radishes

Wednesday, Dec 18, 2019

There is a wonderful synergy in winter vegetables being used for winter activities in the kitchen, making recipes that will brighten and inspire you on a winter’s day. Pickled radishes are one wonderful way to utilize winter vegetables … read more

FREE Grafting Workshop on February 1!

FREE Grafting Workshop on February 1!

Tuesday, Dec 10, 2019

Learn how to create fruit trees that grow multiple varieties. Introduce new fruit options to a crowded yard. Grafting is the process of attaching one variety of plant to a different variety of plant (such as a Fuji … read more

From Jeff: A Thank You and a Goodbye

From Jeff: A Thank You and a Goodbye

Wednesday, Nov 6, 2019

Friends of SEEDS,

 

Two and a half years ago, I joined SEEDS as its new Executive Director, unsure of what the future would hold but full of hope for all that we as a community could do read more

Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Tomatillo Salsa Verde

Tuesday, Oct 29, 2019

Tomatillos or “tomato verde” in Mexico, are bright, juicy. and fresh. In their freshest season in October, these amazing, pectin-filled veggies bring delicious flavor to tacos, enchiladas, rice, or as a salsa! Students at SEEDS recently made their … read more

A Huge Thank You!

A Huge Thank You!

Thursday, Aug 8, 2019

Hello! Intern Pauline here. As my time at SEEDS comes to a close, I have been doing some reflecting on the summer. I got involved with SEEDS through simply emailing Abby with my interest in the organization.  I came … read more

So Long Summer Camp Session 2!

So Long Summer Camp Session 2!

Tuesday, Jul 30, 2019

What better way to say goodbye to Session 2 of summer camp than a blog post? Session 2 was the longest session, lasting 3 weeks and yet it had the smallest group of campers! This longer time frame … read more

Vegan Chili & Etouffee

Vegan Chili & Etouffee

Wednesday, Jul 24, 2019

On rainy days, there is nothing better than a bowl of something healthy and warm to feed your body and soul (even in the summer!). Campers at SEEDS this week made two dishes together that did just that … read more

Summer Check In!

Summer Check In!

Tuesday, Jul 16, 2019

Hello! Summer Camp at SEEDS is just about half-way over and as an intern, I thought now would be the perfect time to check in with campers and see what they have been up to! There are some … read more

Summer Camp 2019 Session 1!

Summer Camp 2019 Session 1!

Friday, Jun 28, 2019

I was excited to intern with SEEDS because I had researched local nonprofits in Durham and found their mission to align with the work I see myself doing in the future. After scheduling a meeting/interview with Abby, I read more

What We’re Cookin: BBQ Tofu

What We’re Cookin: BBQ Tofu

Tuesday, Jun 25, 2019

Each day of camp, students are hard at work preparing a healthy and delicious lunch to share! One recent favorite from summer camp was delicious crispy tofu with homemade barbeque sauce! Try this at home for a delicious … read more

Watermelon & Mulberry Salad

Watermelon & Mulberry Salad

Wednesday, May 29, 2019

We all know that school is coming to an end and summer is on the way when the mulberries start to ripen and can be harvested in abundance for many uses in the SEEDS kitchen. This year, we … read more

White Bean Dip with Herbs

White Bean Dip with Herbs

Monday, Apr 29, 2019

If you like hummus, you will love this savory white bean dip! Full of protein and healthy fat, this dip is creamy smooth and the perfect complement to crackers, celery, carrots or any other crunchy vegetable! DIG students … read more

Meet Our New Board Members!

Meet Our New Board Members!

Wednesday, Apr 24, 2019

SEEDS is excited to announce the addition of three fantastic new board members to our team! 

Katryna Robinson – Executive Assistant to the University Librarian at Duke University

Katryna and her family moved to Durham three and a half … read more

New Chicks (and Goslings) on the Block

New Chicks (and Goslings) on the Block

Thursday, Apr 11, 2019

Chicken Castle is gaining a few new residents! The first week of April, SEEDS gained 6 new chickens, as well as 2 goslings. These birds will grow up together inside before venturing outside to join our other chickens. read more