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.
Senator Cory Booker & Native Americans
"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.
Senator Cory Booker & Native Americans
Season 1 Episode 104 | 26m 50s | CC
Buki Elegbede sits down with Senator Cory Booker to discuss access to healthy foods in urban areaa, and learns about his work on the Senate Agriculture Committee. Then, in the hills of Mahwah, Buki tags along for a traditional bonfire with members of the Ramapo trib, to shake off the cold of winter, and enjoy some traditional foods prepared by elders as well members of the youngest generation.
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