by marketing | Sep 6, 2018 | Uncategorized
As we head out of summer and into September, we’re back into the school routine of homework, carpool and making lunches. Did we hear you groan or sigh? Ideally, you want your child to have a healthy, easy-to-make, delicious-to-eat school lunch to help feed his...
by marketing | Aug 31, 2018 | Uncategorized
Guest post from Kate Kelly (Life of a Ginger blogger and member of The Produce Box) Mmmm peaches! So sweet and juicy! They’re great on their own, in pies, in cobblers, in ice cream. But have you ever tried to add some savory to your peaches and grill them?...
by marketing | Aug 27, 2018 | Uncategorized
Guest post from Kate Kelly (Life of a Ginger blogger and member of The Produce Box) We used sweet corn earlier this summer to make salsa, now let’s grill it! The sweet kernels, the savory flavor of herbs and butter, the smell. Is your mouth watering yet? Fire up...
by marketing | Aug 15, 2018 | Uncategorized
These long, lazy summer days are sadly coming to an end. Kids are getting ready for school and fall fruit is ripening. But there’s still time to enjoy summer and all of its delights. Two of the best parts of summer are sweet, juicy watermelon and peaches. For sure,...
by marketing | Aug 9, 2018 | Uncategorized
You may have heard of a food desert, but not know what exactly what one is or where one is. It may be closer than you think in North Carolina. The USDA defines a food desert as “parts of the country vapid of fresh fruit, vegetables, and other healthful whole foods.”...
by marketing | Aug 2, 2018 | Uncategorized
Giving back to our communities is an important part of our mission at The Produce Box. It’s also important to our members! Many of you give back through us by buying Community Boxes or Hero Boxes. We also work with many local organizations to donate our leftover...
by marketing | Jul 27, 2018 | Uncategorized
What a year for Lettuce! As you may have heard, there was an outbreak of contaminated lettuce this year carried first in romaine lettuce from Yuma, Arizona fields and most recently in the salads of a major fast-food chain. Fortunately, all of the affected lettuce is...
by marketing | Jul 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
All throughout the summer, my mother makes smoothies for a quick, filling snack or small meal. They’re always delicious and healthy. I wanted to share the recipe with The Produce Box members. But when I asked my mom about it she said, “Oh, I don’t...
by marketing | Jul 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
From Lunch ‘n Learns and health fairs, to employee benefits and even break room boxes, The Produce Box has grown its corporate partnerships in many different ways over the years. We love being a part of corporate wellness — and bringing a taste of local into the...
by marketing | Jul 10, 2018 | Uncategorized
We’re excited to contribute to the fifth annual Dinner in the Meadow, a fundraising event for the Leonard-Mobley Small Farm Fund. Founded in 2014, the Small Farm Fund gives to local small farmers in several NC counties (including Wake County). Dinner in the...
