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 There are many resources online to help you learn to cook with more local ingredients.
First, find out what’s available locally with this Season Availability Guide! And when foods are abundant in season, preserve the harvest. Find out how at the National Center for Home Preservation and keep your eyes open for classes offered by community groups, schools, stores, and other educators in your area.
Another way to follow the season is through recipes provided by Community Supported Agriculture. If you have a subscription, then you may receive written or e-mailed recipe tips. You can also check online CSA newsletters at the many farm websites now available.
Agency of Agriculture's CSA Listings
“Localvore” cooking uses 100% local products – with exceptions for spices. These creative recipes are a fun way to explore local food. Check out the online database at:www.eatlocalvermont.org/recipes/
One way to find recipes for specific Vermont products is to visit the website of their trade organizations. Check out:
Many Vermont farmers produce grassfed meat, which requires slightly different cooking techniques. Find out tips under the Resources link (go to “Consumer”) at the Vermont Grass Farmers Association website.
Foods come from the forest as well as the fields – and not just maple syrup. Find out about wildcrafting on the website maintained by Vermont’s most famous wildcrafters www.wildgourmetfood.com
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