Yard To Table

Flower Friend and yard designer at Stonebrook House Christina Koether of Nomadica joins Ellen and Trevor at the table today! Christina is a florist, garden designer, advanced master gardener, and flower farmer, growing right in her own backyard in Weston, CT! She encourages us all to treat our back yards like mini-national parks focusing on biodiversity and using native pollinator-friendly plants AND she gives communities the tools to do this with her own Mini Meadow Grant program. Follow her on Instagram at @stateofnomadica for tips, inspiration and more!

People and things we talk about:

• Dr. Doug Tallamy 
• Home Grown National Parks
• Pollinator Pathway

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In this episode of "Yard to Table," hosts Ellen and Trevor discuss the easier-than-you-might-think crop to grow in your yard - Garlic! This self-sustaining gem of the garden has been around for literally thousands of years and is an all-star for your home cooking in many surprising ways. Can you say "scape"?

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Trevor and Ellen host their first guest on Yard to Table Liz Rueven, a writer, cook, educator, and founder of Kosher Like Me…and yes, they met in a yard!  They discuss their shared passion for local, sustainably grown food and their experiences with the local farming community in Connecticut. Liz talks about the intersection of kosher eating and vegetable forward eating, emphasizing the importance of seasonal ingredients and ethical sourcing. Listen for some good chats on the many deep traditions that connect us and making delicious food. follow her on Instagram @kosherlikeme.

Places we talk about:

• Lachat Town Farm – https://lachattownfarm.org
• Wakeman Town Farm - https://www.wakemantownfarm.org
• Vivs Veggies at Chestnut Farm  – @vivsveggies
• Westport Farmers Market - https://www.westportfarmersmarket.com
• Kneads Bakery - https://kneadsbakerycafe.com

 Books we talk about:

• The Flavor Bible – The Essential Guide to Culinary Creativity, Base on the Wisdom of America’s Most Imaginative Chefs, by Andrew Dorenburg and Karen Page
• Encyclopedia of Jewish Food by Gil Marks

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It's the very first episode of Yard to Table!  Ellen Scherer Crafts and Trevor Crafts  talk about their life changing transition from California to Connecticut and how they ended up on 11 acres in a house with a name - Stonebrook House. They give love to changing seasons and the riches to be found in the local farm and food community. Hear some highlights of their journey from being career-driven to becoming avid "yardists" (yes they made that term up). This is the kick-off to the world of Yard to Table so grab your seat!

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Trevor Crafts and Ellen Scherer Crafts introduce their new podcast, "Yard to Table," where they share their passion for sustainable living and gardening on their 11-acre historic Connecticut homestead, Stonebrook. Each episode will blend practical gardening tips, mouthwatering recipes, and stories from fellow gardeners and food enthusiasts. The hosts provide practical knowledge, creative energy, expert advice, and engaging interviews, all designed to celebrate the yard-to-table lifestyle. For more information, you can follow @stonebrookhouse on Instagram.

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Follow Yard to Table on Instagram at @yard_to_table_podcast 🌱🍽️ and see what’s happening with Ellen and Trevor by following @stonebrookhouse. And don't forget to follow, like and leave a review wherever you listen to the show! TY 💙