This sums up our Lucky Mix Microgreens. Our Lucky Mix is our flagship mix - it's what we hit the streets with, it's what we sell the most of today. We sell to 30 restaurants/hotels/grocers in the Charlotte area and almost every one of them orders Lucky Mix every week (amongst the other 40 microgreens we offer). Microgreens, when done correctly, are delicious, and more nutritious than any other vegetable combo out there. It's estimated that one ounce of our Lucky Mix is the nutrition equivelant to 3 CUPS of cooked broccoli. Yes, 3 Cups! More details here:
http://www.nashuatelegraph.com/livinghomefamily/916195-224/microgreens-can-pack-even-more-nutrition.html
Following the Charlotte, NC area's use and consumption of microgreens!
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Our Visit with Johnson & Wales University
Lucky Leaf Gardens was invited to JWU-Charlotte to teach the students about microgreens. We held two sessions, both were filled with the inquiring minds of J&W's future culinary geniuses - I could see their minds working as we talked about the different flavors, colors and textures that microgreens have to offer. These students are now equipped with the information needed to make good choices in regards to purchasing, storing and using microgreens (basically I told them that Lucky Leaf is the best so don't look any further).
In between classes, I was connected with a sophomore who is also named Kate - she was kind enough to guide me through J&W's impressive campus. Each room had it's purpose and each class was full of students who are truly passionate about their studies. My favorite room was the "Show Kitchen" - felt like I was on the set of a Food Network show...complete with a hide-a-wall that opens up to a viewing room (the left wall). Very cool.
Luckily, the weather was fantastic, so Kate led me to the campus garden, which by far - deserves much more press than it's getting. There's a group that manages the garden, in hopes to provide the campus with a variety of produce and seasonal greatness. This completely urban, eco-sustainable garden is equipped with many (many) rain barrels and a automated irrigation system... they've even got their own bees (Cloister manages this, I believe, nice local guy)... look closely - the small white box in the far back/right - there were swarms buzzing around outside during our visit. There's not much growing yet, but just wait. In the works, a campus greenhouse - now we're talking! Lucky Leaf was invited to help the University get started with a small run of microgreens to use in the exercises and small events. Being asked to assist with this program by such a prestigious culinary institute is truly and honor. Where's the dirt? Let's get started!
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| 2nd session - Johnson & Wales University... popcorn shoot fans |
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| Show-Kitchen |
In between classes, I was connected with a sophomore who is also named Kate - she was kind enough to guide me through J&W's impressive campus. Each room had it's purpose and each class was full of students who are truly passionate about their studies. My favorite room was the "Show Kitchen" - felt like I was on the set of a Food Network show...complete with a hide-a-wall that opens up to a viewing room (the left wall). Very cool.
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| Campus Garden, and future home of their Greenhouse |
Luckily, the weather was fantastic, so Kate led me to the campus garden, which by far - deserves much more press than it's getting. There's a group that manages the garden, in hopes to provide the campus with a variety of produce and seasonal greatness. This completely urban, eco-sustainable garden is equipped with many (many) rain barrels and a automated irrigation system... they've even got their own bees (Cloister manages this, I believe, nice local guy)... look closely - the small white box in the far back/right - there were swarms buzzing around outside during our visit. There's not much growing yet, but just wait. In the works, a campus greenhouse - now we're talking! Lucky Leaf was invited to help the University get started with a small run of microgreens to use in the exercises and small events. Being asked to assist with this program by such a prestigious culinary institute is truly and honor. Where's the dirt? Let's get started!
Friday, March 18, 2011
Microgreens on Live TV
Thanks Chef Labarre - Galway Hooker in Huntersville! I love it when chefs realize that our microgreens are so much more than just a garnish!
http://www.wcnc.com/charlotte-today/Party-on-St-Patricks-Day-118173784.html
http://www.wcnc.com/charlotte-today/Party-on-St-Patricks-Day-118173784.html
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Charlotte area microgreens making the font page!
Great article in the Cabarrus News. Even Jack and Molly made the story this time!
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/03/16/2131550/tiny-plants-help-business-to-grow.html
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2011/03/16/2131550/tiny-plants-help-business-to-grow.html
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Farm To Fork - Charlotte
C'mon chefs - let's do this! Sign up now, and we'll grow our custom microgreens for the month of May!
http://www.carolinasfarmtofork.com/
http://www.carolinasfarmtofork.com/
Sunday, March 6, 2011
The Power of Microgreens
Who knew that these tiny little greens would feed the motivation to succeed in life, and achieve your goals? This is a fantastic article about a fellow microgreen grower, a dear friend, and the inspiration to kick-start my own business here in the Charlotte area.
http://www.slolifemagazine.com/meet-your-neighbor/48/meet-kara-wood/
http://www.slolifemagazine.com/meet-your-neighbor/48/meet-kara-wood/
A New Crop of Farmers
A fascinating trend. We're seeing this here as well - especially with unemployment rates rising, people are getting back to their roots and finding a way to make a living doing what they love. This is how and why we got started with our amazing microgreens @ Lucky Leaf Gardens.
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/06/us/06farmers.html?_r=2&hp
http://www.nytimes.com/2011/03/06/us/06farmers.html?_r=2&hp
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