Simone’s Market, located at 8201 Oak Street, has the mission to “Do Good Work” by partnering with local vendors to provide fresh produce and grocery products as well as an entire menu of sandwiches, salads, and family-style meals. We are proud to inform you that Green Light New … [Read more...]
Okra
Grown in subtropical climates, okra is rich in dietary fiber and vitamins C and K. Mostly famous for its pod, which can be slimy when cooked, its leaves are also edible and its seeds can be used to derive oil. How to Harvest: Harvest promptly by clipping pods at 3-4" long to … [Read more...]
Eggplant
Eggplants are a beautiful flowering plant. Right now Green Light is harvesting lots of eggplant at our Edible Teaching Garden. We use a pair of sharp scissors to cut the eggplant at the stem. Once they are too big, eggplants will become bitter or mushy so be sure to harvest once … [Read more...]
Crescent City Farmers Market
This article was written by the Crescent City Farmers Market. When searching for fresh, local foods and produce, New Orleanians need to look no further than the Crescent City Farmers Market. CCFM is more than just an average market, and it strives for community engagement … [Read more...]