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Roots of Resilience

Northeast Florida Farmers are Reinventing Local Agriculture Ben Wells stands in the field of organic produce at his farm in St. Augustine. Photos by Amanda Rosenblatt. Forecasting is the process of predicting or calculating based on results of relevant data. This term has many applications, but in the agricultural industry, forecasting the weather has been the basis of many decisions on farms. This is a daily occurrence for growers, as they decide whether to fertilize, manage

Evelyn "Prissy" Fletcher

6 days ago4 min read

Getting out of the House

The emergence of the "Third Place" in Northeast Florida At Chancho King, an Ecuadorian cafe and gathering spot in Jacksonville's Murray Hill neighborhood. Photos by Mara Strobel-Lanka. The term “Third Place” may not be widely known, but it’s quietly been answering some common questions for decades: What do I do after work? What's for dinner? Where’s everybody hanging out? Coined by American sociologist Ray Oldenburg, “third place” refers to spaces outside of the home (the fir

Mara Strobel-Lanka

Jan 194 min read

Rethinking Drinking

The changing landscape of beverage culture Amanda Jones, SIP Bar Manager, prepares non-alcoholic cocktails on a regular basis at the bar in downtown Jacksonville. Photo by Cole LoCurto. Edible Northeast Florida first visited the “sober curious” movement back in 2020, during “Dry January.” At the time, it was unclear if the movement was a passing fad, or if it had more staying power. As it turns out, not only is the spirit-free movement still around, but it is also continuing

Heather Schatz

Jan 156 min read

Setting the Table for 2026

Left to right: Paul Carr, Francois Castro, Brandon and Saji George, Chason Spencer, David Cohen, Antonette Palacios and Nickey Boyd. Photos by Cole LoCurto. In December, Edible Northeast Florida gathered seven voices from the region’s hospitality community around a table at Chancho King, an Ecuadorian-inspired diner in Murray Hill. Guests included Antonette Palacios, CEO of KMP Hospitality; Francois Castro, co-owner of Chancho King; David Cohen, owner of Manifest Distilling;

Edible Northeast Florida

Jan 156 min read

Healthy Grazing

Nourishing your way through the holidays This season is one of abundance, with good food, great company and a busy pace that can easily disrupt our regular routine. Meals will get skipped in a rush, and our arrival at a destination might coincide with hunger and hasty food choices. Grazing with intention offers an alternative to this holiday hustling. Balanced and mindful snacking can help maintain steady energy levels, encourage mindful eating and allow for enjoyment of fes

Katie Sims

Nov 24, 20252 min read

Moo-vers and Haymakers: Grass-fed Cattle Farming

What’s the secret to successful regenerative cattle farming? Turns out, it's not just about cows—it has a lot to do with grass. Cows in the field at Clover Farms, a cattle ranch in Baldwin, Florida. Photos by Jesse Brantman. The color of the grass, the types of grasses popping up, which kinds cows prefer or avoid, when to mow it and even how short to take it down (or how long to leave it). According to Kyle Harper, owner and operator of Clover Farms of Florida , his approach

MJ Anderson

Nov 11, 20254 min read

Growing Food and Community in the Garden

Rent a spot in a community garden to grow fresh produce and friendships. Members of the St. Augustine Beach Community Garden share tips...

Denise James

Oct 2, 20253 min read

A Scandinavian in Jacksonville

Yet I also find similarities between Scandinavian and Floridian cuisine. A great example is the availability of fresh seafood in Jacksonville. Fish is a main ingredient in my native cuisine, and fortunately I realized soon after I moved to Florida that I would be able to find a lot of great fish here. The extensive local variety has been inspirational, and I am excited to use seasonal fish in my Scandinavian recipes.

Anette Larsson

Oct 1, 20254 min read