No thank you

No Thank You

My husband Tim and I have recently had the joy of welcoming two boys into our home with the goal of adoption. It has been a goal for many many years and the waters on this journey have been tumultuous and unsteady. The path to adoption sometimes feels like being in the midst of the ocean with no compass as the clouds stubbornly cover the North Star and to boot, you're out of snacks.

But last week they arrived at our home. Full of all the energy, questions and wonder that two little bodies can contain. They're brothers, ages 9 and 11 and to say they have changed everything is an impossible understatement. Not only have they filled our house with more giggles, stubbornness, Legos and noise than I thought was possible but they've somehow altered the structure of my heart. Made it much bigger, more elastic and far more scared of previous unnoticed dangers at all turns. It's joyful. It's exhausting.

And they don't eat anything. To employ the word "picky" is also an egregious understatement. The list of acceptable things to ingest includes and is limited to: pizza, hot dogs, chicken nuggets, Lucky Charms, ice cream and pancakes (no syrup). The end.

As local food business owner and people fairly obsessed with food, farms, eating and all things edible - we're at a loss. Not to give into hyperbole but each time they (politely) refuse homemade pasta, a bit of perfectly roasted chicken or chunk of fresh, local cheese my heart cries out : "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" Again, not to exaggerate but the pain feels Biblical in nature.

Gone (for now) are the days of long, intensive preparation of a meal. Chopping mountains of carrots, onions and celery for a perfect mirepoix, the silence and repetition becoming a meditative act. Welcome the days of sticky cereal milk, ketchup on everything and noses wrinkling at the thought of trying something new. I'd sigh and drown in culinary lamentation but there are scooters to ride, one million games of Connect Four to play and giggles to share.

I'll end this missive with a plea. If anyone in this incredible community has suggestions - I am willing to put chocolate ice cream on a vegetable, yes I am, please send them along. Your advice will be a beacon in these picky waters.

Much love,

Erin, Tim and the growing Family Dinner Fam

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Massachusetts

Delivery dates: Sat., Jun. 21 & Tue., Jun. 24

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 - Ciabatta from Iggy's
Add-on Cheese of the Week - Cheddar Cheese from Pineland Farms Dairy
Add-on Fresh Pasta of the Week - Cavatelli from Deano's Pasta
Add-on Gluten-Free Grain of the Week - Popcorn from Popzup
Add-on Grain of the Week - Pasta from Deano's Pasta
Add-on Mezze of the Week - Spicy Harissa Hummus from Middle East Coast
Add-on Pastry of the Week - Kouign Amann from A&J King Artisan Bakers
Add-on Ravioli of the Week - Three Cheese Ravioli from Deano's Pasta
Add-on Salad of the Week - Chickpea Salad from Forge Baking Co.
Add-on Sausage of the Week - Chorizo from Cold Spring Ranch
Add-on Soup of the Week - Vegetarian - Red Lentil with Chickpea and Spinach from Forge Baking Co.

Omnivore Shares

HALF SHARE

Protein - Ground Beef from Cold Spring Ranch and Yankee Farmer's Market
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm
Grain - Pain au Legrain from A&J King Artisan Bakers
Special Treat - Pecan Shortbread Cookies from A&J King Artisan Bakers

WHOLE SHARE

Protein - Ground Beef from Cold Spring Ranch and Yankee Farmer's Market; Halibut from Red's Best
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm; Red Bell Radishes from Clark Farm; Euro Cucumbers from Old Athens Garm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm; Tahini Dip from Middle East Coast
Grain - Pain au Legrain from A&J King Artisan Bakers
Special Treat - Pecan Shortbread Cookies from A&J King Artisan Bakers; Lemon Blueberry Scone from A&J King Artisan Bakers

DOUBLE SHARE

Protein - Ground Beef from Cold Spring Ranch and Yankee Farmer's Market; Halibut from Red's Best; Bacon from Cold Spring Ranch and Black River Meats
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm; Red Bell Radishes from Clark Farm; Euro Cucumbers from Old Athens Garm; Swiss Chard from Iron Ox Farm; Cherry Tomatoes from Red Fire Farm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm; Tahini Dip from Middle East Coast; Butter from Casco Bay Creamery
Grain - Pain au Legrain from A&J King Artisan Bakers; Wild Blueberry Walnut Crisps from Maine Crisp Co.
Special Treat - Pecan Shortbread Cookies from A&J King Artisan Bakers; Lemon Blueberry Scone from A&J King Artisan Bakers

Pescatarian Shares

HALF SHARE

Protein - Halibut from Red's Best
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm
Grain - Pain au Legrain from A&J King Artisan Bakers
Special Treat - Pecan Shortbread Cookies from A&J King Artisan Bakers

WHOLE SHARE

Protein - Halibut from Red's Best; Monkfish from Red's Best
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm; Red Bell Radishes from Clark Farm; Euro Cucumbers from Old Athens Garm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm; Tahini Dip from Middle East Coast
Grain - Pain au Legrain from A&J King Artisan Bakers
Special Treat - Pecan Shortbread Cookies from A&J King Artisan Bakers; Lemon Blueberry Scone from A&J King Artisan Bakers

DOUBLE SHARE

Protein - Halibut from Red's Best; Monkfish from Red's Best; Something Tasty from Red's Best
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm; Red Bell Radishes from Clark Farm; Euro Cucumbers from Old Athens Garm; Swiss Chard from Iron Ox Farm; Cherry Tomatoes from Red Fire Farm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm; Tahini Dip from Middle East Coast; Butter from Casco Bay Creamery
Grain - Pain au Legrain from A&J King Artisan Bakers; Wild Blueberry Walnut Crisps from Maine Crisp Co.
Special Treat - Pecan Shortbread Cookies from A&J King Artisan Bakers; Lemon Blueberry Scone from A&J King Artisan Bakers

Vegetarian Shares

HALF SHARE

Protein - Tofu from Heiwa
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm
Grain - Pain au Legrain from A&J King Artisan Bakers
Special Treat - Pecan Shortbread Cookies from A&J King Artisan Bakers

WHOLE SHARE

Protein - Tofu from Heiwa; Gnocchi from Deano's Pasta
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm; Red Bell Radishes from Clark Farm; Euro Cucumbers from Old Athens Garm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm; Tahini Dip from Middle East Coast
Grain - Pain au Legrain from A&J King Artisan Bakers
Special Treat - Pecan Shortbread Cookies from A&J King Artisan Bakers; Lemon Blueberry Scone from A&J King Artisan Bakers

DOUBLE SHARE

Protein - Tofu from Heiwa; Gnocchi from Deano's Pasta; Eggplant Salad from Sophia's Greek Pantry
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm; Red Bell Radishes from Clark Farm; Euro Cucumbers from Old Athens Garm; Swiss Chard from Iron Ox Farm; Cherry Tomatoes from Red Fire Farm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm; Tahini Dip from Middle East Coast; Butter from Casco Bay Creamery
Grain - Pain au Legrain from A&J King Artisan Bakers; Wild Blueberry Walnut Crisps from Maine Crisp Co.
Special Treat - Pecan Shortbread Cookies from A&J King Artisan Bakers; Lemon Blueberry Scone from A&J King Artisan Bakers

Paleo Shares

HALF SHARE

Protein - Ground Beef from Cold Spring Ranch and Yankee Farmer's Market
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm; Red Bell Radishes from Clark Farm; Euro Cucumbers from Old Athens Garm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm

WHOLE SHARE

Protein - Ground Beef from Cold Spring Ranch and Yankee Farmer's Market; Halibut from Red's Best
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm; Red Bell Radishes from Clark Farm; Euro Cucumbers from Old Athens Garm; Swiss Chard from Iron Ox Farm; Cherry Tomatoes from Red Fire Farm
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm

DOUBLE SHARE

Protein - Ground Beef from Cold Spring Ranch and Yankee Farmer's Market; Halibut from Red's Best; Bacon from Cold Spring Ranch and Black River Meats; Something Tasty from Somewhere Local
Fruits and Veggies - Romaine from Clark Farm; Garlic Scapes from Kitchen Garden Farm; Fava Beans from Kitchen Garden Farm; Strawberries from Red Fire Farm; Red Bell Radishes from Clark Farm; Euro Cucumbers from Old Athens Garm; Swiss Chard from Iron Ox Farm; Cherry Tomatoes from Red Fire Farm; Something Tasty from Somewhere Local; Something Else Tasty from Somewhere Local
Dairy - Eggs from Feather Brook Farm

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Recipes

Strawberry Fool - STRAWBERRIES. I'm a fool for them and, if I'm smart enough to buy twice as many as I can eat, this four ingredient recipe is how I'm going to consume the rest. KISS (Keep It Simple with Strawberries).

Grilled Halibut With Garlic Scape-Walnut Pesto - HALIBUT. GARLIC SCAPES. Halibut is damn expensive but it's in season so we gotta make it work. And scapes are here! This recipe is a great marriage of two perennial favs.

Tam Taeng Kwaa (Thai Cucumber Salad) - CUCUMBERS. CHERRY TOMATOES. It's all happening, folks. This seems ingredient laden but stock up on the Thai pantry staples and you'll be rewarded for many moons. (Stripped down version here.)

Tomato Confit - This time of year, I'd be reluctant to cook tomatoes. When it's the time of year when the first round of delicious, multi-color orbs hit, it's hard to imagine why you wouldn't just be eating them raw. But when you can't help yourself and you have too many on hand, this recipe distills the summery-ness of tomatoes and are great atop any seafood (halibut, for sure), poultry or pork.

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

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Posted on June 20, 2025

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