Summer is finally here and we can start enjoying the deliciously light and complex flavor that exemplifies the warmth and vibrancy of the summer sun. This recipe was originally developed as part of our Kids Kits 2021 program, with financial support from Community Foundation of East Central Illinois and Office of the Illinois State Treasurer […]
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Garden Pizza
When we think of summer gardens, we think tomatoes and peppers. In this wonderful recipe made by Chef Ann, she takes our favorite summer garden vegetables and turns them into a delicious pizza! This pizza can be a snack or a small meal. It is quick and easy to make, and uses a simple list […]
Cantaloupe Salsa
The heat is here and so we look to deliciously cooling vegetables like cucumber and melon to help refresh us o these long hot days. This salsa might seem to be a little out there for some, but it is delicious. Plus, as Illinois is one of the largest producers of melons in the country, […]
Tickets on sale now for the sixth annual Artisan Cup & Fork!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CONTACT: Dana Vollmer, Development Director PHONE: 217-840-2128 EMAIL: dana@thelandconnection.org (Champaign, IL) The Land Connection Board and Staff are thrilled to announce that the 6th annual Artisan Cup & Fork chef competition will take place Saturday, Sept. 11 at Bluestem Hall (1401 E Old Church Rd., Urbana, IL 61802). Tickets are on […]
Freedom Farmers Recap
Over the past year, The Land Connection’s staff has chosen to spend some of our staff meeting time as a book club. Having sat through many hours of staff meetings at this office, it felt time to shake up our standard format. It was also clear in 2020 that, as a white led organization, we […]
Farm to School – It’s Local and Important to Teach
by Dan Doeing, Agricultural Educator, Urbana High School I’m willing to admit that I don’t often think about where my food is grown. Even as the agricultural educator and FFA advisor at Urbana High School, considering where food is grown and how it got to my plate is typically not my first thought going into […]