I'm having a produce acquisition challenge. Since I decided to swear off Whole Foods - a decision I've remained steadfastly committed to - securing high quality, locally grown (for the most part) organic produce has been a big challenge.
My switch to Trader Joe's for my weekly shopping trips has been great. I like the vibe at their stores, the variety is great and it's really inexpensive. The rub, though, is that the produce absolutely, totally sucks. Seeing broccoli wrapped in plastic just doesn't light my vegan fire.
Like, WTF? Broccoli wrapped in plastic? Gross.
A colleague recently told me about Boston Organics. Seems like a really cool service! Basically you choose the size of the delivery box that you want - the cheapest is $29 - and every week they'll deliver to your door a box full of fresh, certified organic produce. You can have an all-fruit, all-veggie or half-and-half box. Very, very cool. And it's locally grown produce whenever they can get it.
Because of the Northeast's shorter growing season, some of the produce comes from California, Mexico and South America. But my philosophy on buying local centers on pragmatism. As with all things veganism/environmentalism, you do what you can and hope you're making a difference.
What I like best about Boston Organics, however, is the company's mission and values. They're committed to composting and recycling, efficient use of fuel and responsible distribution of food. At the end of each week they distribute any remaining produce to employees and make a donation to Food for Free.
What an excellent company to support!
I haven't signed up yet - only because I need to determine if I want the box sent to my apartment or my office. It's likely going to be the office, despite the inconvenience associated with that. But I'm going to do it. It should solve the produce challenge once and for all and I love the idea of supporting this great company.
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