A new holiday

Good morning friends,

Today we decided to write the newsletter about our own Joe Grotto, Family Dinner GM extraordinaire. There's no particular cause for writing about Joe today, other than we took a hike yesterday and my tiny squirrel brain can only think so far back at 6am on a Friday. So, we're making up a reason. August 16th shall henceforth be known as Joe Grotto Day, JGD if you're into the whole brevity thing.

If you haven't had the pleasure of meeting Joe, here's a few things to know:

1. Joe does almost all the ordering around these parts. He spends many, many hours each week talking with farmers and producers sniffing out the goods to put in your bags. And he's basically playing four dimensional chess as he does it; looking for variety, items that are peak season, making sure things pair harmoniously together and that the bag is visually nice to look at (always great to have a bit of fennel fronds or scallions poking out). He also orders all your pastry of the week, your treats, the fresh fruit and so much more. So as you are scarfing down your treats of the week - you have this goober to thank.

2. He's apparently a master sourdough bread maker; obsessing over the starter and bake times. I say "apparently" because although we've been great friends for over 12 years, I've never had the bread. Only heard of it like some mythical creature, the Loch Ness of the bread world. But that's ok, I don't mind. I harbor no bitterness, not even... a crumb.

3.The man is obsessed with cats and has three. Childless Cat Lady that he is, he will be sure to vote in the 2024 election to have his voice heard. Also! In honor of the first annual JGD please feel free to send us your cat photos; hello@sharefamilydinner.com. We promise to be delighted.

4. He is a wonderful part of the fabric of Family Dinner and I feel so lucky to drive this ship with him.

The motley crew of people that make this thing work each week are incredibly smart, weird and dedicated; another delight. I always think that there is something to be said about going into your favorite restaurant, coffee shop or bar and seeing people who seem pretty happy to be around each other. I'm not so Pollyannaish to think that people love coming to work - it's still a job after all and I'm sure we would all prefer not to have to have one. But to have people, nevermind one of your best friends, to look forward to seeing week after week. Man, that's pretty awesome.

Happy JGD everyone, we hope it's awesome.

Erin

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I'm allergic and/or hate this item!

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What do I do with these bags/ice packs?

Please leave them outside for our drivers to collect and return to home base. We'll get them cleaned up and back into rotation.

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Have a wonderful weekend!
—The Fam Din Team

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Massachusetts

Delivery dates: Sat., Aug. 17 & Tue., Aug. 20

Note: If you order a "Meat and Fish Only Share" or "Fish and Seafood Only Share" you will receive just the proteins listed, not the fruits and veggies, dairy, grains or teats.

Add-on Bread of the Week - Semolina Round from Forge Baking Co.
Add-on Cheese of the Week - Ewe's Blues from Old Chatham Creamery
Add-on Fresh Pasta of the Week - Rotini from Capone Foods
Add-on Fruit Share - Shiro Plums from Champlain Orchards and Blackberries from Kimball Farm
Add-on Gluten-Free Grain of the Week - Black Turtle Beans from Baer's Beans
Add-on Grain of the Week - Rosemary Crackers from Brewer's
Add-on Mezze of the Week - Roasted Pepper Pesto from Capone Foods
Add-on Pastry of the Week - Maple Oat Scone from Forge Baking Co.
Add-on Ravioli of the Week - Roasted Garlic from Capone Foods
Add-on Salad of the Week - Quinoa Bowl from Forge Baking Co.
Add-on Sausage of the Week - Hot Italian Sausage from Clark Farm
Add-on Treat of the Week - Seed and Oat Bars from 88 Acres
Add-on Vegetarian Soup of the Week - Carrot Ginger Soup from Forge Baking Co.

Omnivore Shares

HALF SHARE

Protein - Cod from Red's Best
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens
Dairy - Olive Tapenade from Sophia's Greek Pantry
Grain - Bread from Iggy's
Special Treat - Seed and Oat Bars from 88 Acres

WHOLE SHARE

Protein - Cod from Red's Best; Pork Tenderloin from Short Creek Farm
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens; Arugula from Red Fire Farm; Shishito Peppers from Clark Farm
Dairy - Olive Tapenade from Sophia's Greek Pantry; Eggs from Feather Brook Farm
Grain - Bread from Iggy's
Special Treat - Seed and Oat Bars from 88 Acres; Almond Croissant from Iggy's

DOUBLE SHARE

Protein - Cod from Red's Best; Pork Tenderloin from Short Creek Farm; Stew Beef from Cold Spring Ranch
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens; Arugula from Red Fire Farm; Shishito Peppers from Clark Farm; Cucumbers from Brookford Farm; Swiss Chard from Brookford Farm
Dairy - Olive Tapenade from Sophia's Greek Pantry; Eggs from Feather Brook Farm; Butter from High Lawn
Grain - Bread from Iggy's; Pizza Dough from Forge Baking Co.
Special Treat - Seed and Oat Bars from 88 Acres; Almond Croissant from Iggy's

Pescatarian Shares

HALF SHARE

WHOLE SHARE

Protein - Cod from Red's Best; Skate from Red's Best
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens; Arugula from Red Fire Farm; Shishito Peppers from Clark Farm
Dairy - Olive Tapenade from Sophia's Greek Pantry; Eggs from Feather Brook Farm
Grain - Bread from Iggy's
Special Treat - Seed and Oat Bars from 88 Acres; Almond Croissant from Iggy's

DOUBLE SHARE

Protein - Cod from Red's Best; Skate from Red's Best; Sea Bass from Red's Best
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens; Arugula from Red Fire Farm; Shishito Peppers from Clark Farm; Cucumbers from Brookford Farm; Swiss Chard from Brookford Farm
Dairy - Olive Tapenade from Sophia's Greek Pantry; Eggs from Feather Brook Farm; Butter from High Lawn
Grain - Bread from Iggy's; Pizza Dough from Forge Baking Co.
Special Treat - Seed and Oat Bars from 88 Acres; Almond Croissant from Iggy's

Vegetarian Shares

HALF SHARE

Protein - Tofu from Heiwa
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens
Dairy - Olive Tapenade from Sophia's Greek Pantry
Grain - Bread from Iggy's
Special Treat - Seed and Oat Bars from 88 Acres

WHOLE SHARE

Protein - Tofu from Heiwa; Fusilli Salad from Forge Baking Co.
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens; Arugula from Red Fire Farm; Shishito Peppers from Clark Farm
Dairy - Olive Tapenade from Sophia's Greek Pantry; Eggs from Feather Brook Farm
Grain - Bread from Iggy's
Special Treat - Seed and Oat Bars from 88 Acres; Almond Croissant from Iggy's

DOUBLE SHARE

Protein - Tofu from Heiwa; Fusilli Salad from Forge Baking Co.; Falafel from Just Hummus
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens; Arugula from Red Fire Farm; Shishito Peppers from Clark Farm; Cucumbers from Brookford Farm; Swiss Chard from Brookford Farm
Dairy - Olive Tapenade from Sophia's Greek Pantry; Eggs from Feather Brook Farm; Butter from High Lawn
Grain - Bread from Iggy's; Pizza Dough from Forge Baking Co.
Special Treat - Seed and Oat Bars from 88 Acres; Almond Croissant from Iggy's

Paleo Shares

HALF SHARE

Protein - Cod from Red's Best
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens; Arugula from Red Fire Farm; Shishito Peppers from Clark Farm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm

WHOLE SHARE

Protein - Cod from Red's Best; Pork Tenderloin from Short Creek Farm
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens; Arugula from Red Fire Farm; Shishito Peppers from Clark Farm; Cucumbers from Brookford Farm; Swiss Chard from Brookford Farm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm

DOUBLE SHARE

Protein - Cod from Red's Best; Pork Tenderloin from Short Creek Farm; Stew Beef from Cold Spring Ranch; TBD from TBD
Fruits and Veggies - Tomatoes from Langwater Farm; Corn from Warner Farm; Peaches from Warner Farm; New Red Norland Potatoes from Pete's Greens; Arugula from Red Fire Farm; Shishito Peppers from Clark Farm; Cucumbers from Brookford Farm; Swiss Chard from Brookford Farm; TBD from TBD ; TBD from TBD
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm

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Recipes

The Perfect Recipe for Peaches - Wait till their firmness has given way to a slight give when you gently press. Find the nearest sink or go outside. Jam that juicy orb into your gullet and try not to let too much of the juice miss your mouth. And watch out for that pit, of course.

Want something a bit more... cooked? THIS. Peaches, butter, sugar, grill, whipped cream. Oh lord.

Savory peach recipe? Pork Tenderloin With Peaches. Tough to beat this one.

Corn and Cod Chowder - It's that time of year: shorter days, cooler nights, corn in season, new red potatoes in season, cod in season. NEW ENGLAND IN AUGUST, PEOPLE. This is the taste of just about right now.

Tips and Tricks for storing your food and getting the most from your shares can be found here.

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Posted on August 16, 2024

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