Gardening
In Westwood's food deserts, families prepare gardens for growing season
Family gardens provide fresh produce, outdoor activity and cultural connection for residents living in a designated food desert.
Farming the Garden State
"Table for All with Buki Elegbede" is a cinematic docuseries focusing on culture, diversity & inclusion through the lens of food - all in the state of New Jersey. Host and Jersey native, Buki Elegbede, takes you on the ultimate food tour around the Garden State. He’ll take you into restaurants and home kitchens to meet the people and hear the incredible stories behind your favorite eats.
Farming the Garden State
Season 1 Episode 108 | 26m 45s | CC
Host Buki Elegbede travels to two very different farms in New Jersey. Deacon Willie Davis at Paterson's Green Acre Community Garden explains why giving his produce away is so valuable to him. And in Warren County, Charles Rosen of Ironbound Farms gives Buki a tour, explaining Regenerative Agriculture as they gather ingredients for a farm to table meal. And of course, some cider!
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