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Samantha Gorelick liked Common Ground Farm's event Beginner Bee Keeping
Apr 19
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Jan 27
Diane Groeters replied to Samantha Gorelick's discussion Heirloom fruit seeds??? in the group Seeders, Propagators, and Replicators
"Only our plants are from the Catskills, the nursery is in Kerhonkson (between Kingston & Ellenville off of 209 on County Rte 3). The small strawberries are alpines, and we do have them. Don't give up on new cultivars, they are selected not…"
Aug 1, 2011
Samantha Gorelick replied to Samantha Gorelick's discussion Heirloom fruit seeds??? in the group Seeders, Propagators, and Replicators
"Thanks Diane! I'm actually not sure which varieties I'm looking for, I know I like smaller strawberries, but am unfamiliar with the heirloom varieties and really need to learn more about them. I'm about an hour or so from Catskill but…"
Aug 1, 2011
Julia Sforza commented on Samantha Gorelick's blog post Preserves Roundup
"What a busy bee! And what a pretty post. I love it all. And thanks for the mention! I am so glad that it worked out for you. I've been admiring mine in the cupboard. : )"
Jul 19, 2011
Samantha Gorelick liked Jim Marks's blog post Hudson Valley Fruit Trifecta!
Jul 18, 2011
Samantha Gorelick posted a blog post

Preserves Roundup

I've become a compulsive preserver. There, I said it, it's out in public. Here are some of the things I've made so far this season (beginning with spring): Strawberries! that did not set, much to my excitement I must admit: Black Raspberry Jam. I really like this blurry…See More
Jul 18, 2011
Diane Groeters replied to Samantha Gorelick's discussion Heirloom fruit seeds??? in the group Seeders, Propagators, and Replicators
"Do you know what varieties you are looking for? I'm at Catskill Native Nursery and we do many different types of strawberries and raspberries. We also grow things blackberries, currants, gooseberries, huckleberry, pawpaw, ligonberry, mulberry…"
Jul 14, 2011
Samantha Gorelick added a discussion to the group Seeders, Propagators, and Replicators
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Heirloom fruit seeds???

Hi all, Does anyone have any recommendations on good sources for heirloom fruit seeds? I'm mostly thinking strawberries (for next year), but would also appreciate any info on relatively affordable sources for raspberry canes (that are preferably not from Lowes/Home Depot, etc). Thanks!See More
Jul 13, 2011
Samantha Gorelick joined Cathy Erenzo's group
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Artisanal Wine and Spirits Enthusiasts

Share your interest in small batch, hand crafted wines and spirits made here in the Hudson Valley. Find out about limited releases and events.See More
Jul 6, 2011
Samantha Gorelick replied to Kim Ellison's discussion Pruning Tomatoes in the group Seeders, Propagators, and Replicators
"Hi Kim, The Hudson Valley Seed Library has some really good tips on this over at their site. Some of the noteworthy points I learned from them are to only prune when the plants are dry on a sunny day, and to get rid of stems that are touching the…"
Jun 28, 2011
Samantha Gorelick posted a status
"I wrote a blog post on preserving strawberries by candlelight during a recent power outage: http://ning.it/m61aN4"
Jun 22, 2011
Samantha Gorelick liked Julia Sforza's blog post Elderberry Flowers
Jun 14, 2011
Gabi Scorcher commented on Samantha Gorelick's event Fishkill Farms Opening Party
"sounds wonderful!  "
Jun 10, 2011
Samantha Gorelick commented on Samantha Gorelick's event Fishkill Farms Opening Party
"Our strawberries are beginning to ripen, they are ridiculously good!"
Jun 4, 2011
Samantha Gorelick updated an event
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Fishkill Farms Opening Party at Fishkill Farms

June 12, 2011 from 10am to 6pm
Please join us as we celebrate the start of the 2011 growing season! Activities will include:Fresh strawberries from the farm!Farm tours by hayrideAn art show featuring works by our very own Josh MorgenthauHudson Valley Fresh Milk TastingSamples of other treatsBarbecue lunchAnd more! Please check our Facebook page for updates as we approach party time!See More
Jun 4, 2011

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http://listenfoodie.blogspot.com
Why did you join HVFN?
To stay more connected with the food growing/preserving/eating happenings in my region.
Interests
gardening, preserving food, suddenly learning to live (and bake) gluten-free

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Preserves Roundup

Posted on July 18, 2011 at 8:46pm 1 Comment

I've become a compulsive preserver. There, I said it, it's out in public.

 

Here are some of the things I've made so far this season (beginning with spring):

 

Strawberries! that did not set, much to my excitement I must admit:…

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What the Peak of Spring is All About

Posted on May 3, 2011 at 11:47pm 1 Comment

I made my own butter!

 

Okay, I know homemade butter is old hat to many of you already, but last week was the first time I had ever poured a pint of heavy cream into my mixer, and mixed away past the whipping point to the ever so glorious separation of buttermilk and sweet sweet creamy…

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At 11:03pm on February 8, 2011, Julia Sforza said…
Cool! Keep in touch!
At 4:09pm on February 8, 2011, Julia Sforza said…
Hey Samantha, I see you joined Can It, Jam it. Welcome! Are you a canner?
At 1:56pm on February 8, 2011, Marcus Guiliano said…

Welcome to the Hudson Valley Food Network.  This is a great site for food in our historic valley.  Here is a short video about me: http://www.viddler.com/explore/Healthychef/videos/74/.  I would love to hear about you.

 

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