Posts by Judith Desire
How to Make a Worm Condo
Vermicomposting Easy steps to building your own indoor worm composting bin Supplies Large Durable Plastic Bin – 17 Gal. Tough Storage Tote in Black with Yellow Lid Vents – 2″…
Read MoreCoconut-Curried Butternut Squash Soup
Coconut-Curried Butternut Squash Soup A savory, simple soup that’s perfect for fall and winter — or whenever you need a hug. Created with love by Coach Lee (Instagram @Coachleenyc). Prep:…
Read MoreFarmer Harvest Soup
For the Soup 1 lb Butternut squash (seeded, peeled, cubed) 1 lb Sweet potato (peeled, cubed) 2 lbs Potatoes (peeled, diced) 2 Medium carrots (grated) Cilantro Water Turmeric Paprika Bay…
Read MoreVegan Hudutu Soup
Hudutu (also spelled hudut) is a rich, savory coconut fish stew from the Garifuna people of Central America, primarily found in Belize, Honduras, Guatemala, and Nicaragua. This flavorful dish brings…
Read MoreHarlem Harvest Mash
Enjoy it as a dip with pita bread, crackers or bits of veggies such as carrots, celery, or peppers. You can also use it to make bite-sized wraps using leafy…
Read MoreFirst College Garden Interns Strengthen Community Garden Programs in 2025
Our St Nicholas Miracle Garden welcomed its first college garden interns this year. They brought hands-on support and innovative ideas to enhance garden and greenhouse programs in Harlem. Their work…
Read MoreMicrogreens: Fresh, Local, and Grown for You
What Are Microgreens and Their History? Microgreens are the tender young shoots of vegetables and herbs that we harvest about 7–21 days after germination. Unlike sprouts, which grow in water…
Read MoreSNMG Compost Metal Cubes
I started my journey in agriculture backward. In 2018, I earned my NYC Department of Sanitation (DSNY) Snug Harbor Cultural Center & Botanical Garden Master Composting. I secured a 2018…
Read MoreKingston, New York Farm Tour
I thank Shaniqua Bowden, Director of Cultural Engagement and Sustainable Living at The Kingston Land Trust, for helping me plan this year’s farm tour in Kingston, New York, with our…
Read MorePedaling Toward Community Impact: From Bike Advocacy to Food Justice
What began as a small bicycle advocacy initiative in 2017 has become a multi-layered nonprofit rooted in food justice, community wellness, and equitable public space. From 2017 to 2021, Uptown…
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