LBM : Why is it important to you to carry seasonal produce ? SSB : Seasonal produce … is the most important piece for people to learn [ about ] so we can all be making the best food choices for our health and the health of our planet . A big change everyone can make is to only eat seasonally . It is how we are all designed to eat , anyhow . We are so lucky to live in California , where we have … [ an abundance of ] locally grown food all year round . We should all eat locally , support our local farmers , support small specialty grocery stores and all local shops . It truly makes a big difference .
LBM : Can you tell us about some of your favorite specialty foods that the shop carries ? SSB : A question I get asked a lot is how I find and how I choose the specialty foods and artisanal goods that I carry at The Salt Horse . First , I go down a lot of “ rabbit holes .” I love a treasure hunt . I also look for … the story behind it and the story behind the person [ or people ] … who created it . What ’ s in it ? [ I look for ] clean ingredients only . And then a few more boxes to be checked . So , because of the integrity and mindfulness of this process , every product is my favorite .
LBM : How do your farm subscription boxes work ? SSB : The Farm Box is a weekly curation of what is seasonally growing the best that week . Filled with the best of the week ’ s farmers market produce and paired with simple recipes of what to make using all the fruits , vegetables and herbs inside , The Farm Box is truly the best-kept secret . The membership
includes four boxes , but … is totally flexible and [ we ] understand … travel and busy schedules . If you are not able to receive a farm box one week , you will not be penalized . The Farm Box , as well as everything at The Salt Horse , is available to purchase online — thesalthorse . com — for local delivery as well as shipping nationwide .
LBM : What kinds of special events do you present at the shop ? SSB : Every month , I offer special events and workshops at The Salt Horse . From cooking classes taught by local chefs , flower and art workshops taught by local artists , to Meet the Maker events , The Salt Horse is a collaborative gathering space designed to nourish , connect , educate and inspire . Visit The Salt Horse website for the events calendar and to sign up for our monthly newsletter . g
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