What we’re about
Interested in real food and nutrition? Want to find local sources of sustainably produced, wholesome foods? We are here to share knowledge and support as we teach each other about traditional, nutrient-dense foods -- and discover practical ways to include more of them in our diet and lifestyle.
Fundamental to this group are the principles taught by the Weston A. Price Foundation, which advocates a return to natural, whole foods prepared in traditional ways according to the wisdom of our ancestors. You can learn more about the Weston A. Price Foundation and the nutritional principles they teach at www.westonaprice.org. Through seminars, workshops, potlucks, and other get-togethers, we share the benefits of living by these principles, and support each other in the learning process.
Please note that this group is not vegetarian or vegan in orientation. The Weston A. Price Foundation teaches the importance and value of animal foods in the diet, including muscle meats, organ meats, bones, and skin -- as well as high quality milk and eggs. We emphasize the importance of sourcing animal foods from pasture-centered farms, recognizing the value of better living conditions for the health of the animal, which translates to more nutritious products for us, as well as positive effects on the environment. We also value organically grown vegetables and other plant foods as integral parts of a nutritious diet. For a short overview of the WAPF dietary approach, please visit:
http://www.westonaprice.org/basics/dietary-guidelines
A primary objective of the group is to help people find local farms, food co-ops, and other quality sources of nutrient-dense foods. Resource lists and contact information is provided in our Pages. If you would like to join our group, please tell us something about yourself and your interest in real foods and nutrition. We hope to build a positive, supportive community of advocates for real food in the Atlanta area and beyond.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- White Oak Pastures Presentation, Cooking Demo & Tasting In Person & ZoomDebby Smith's Home, Marietta, GA
White Oak Pastures – Regenerative GA Farm with a zero-waste production system In Person and Zoom
White Oak Pastures is a six generation, 152-year-old family farm in Bluffton, Georgia. Their farming practices focus on regenerative land management, humane animal husbandry, and revitalizing the rural community. Their radically traditional farming creates products that are better for the land, the livestock, and the village. White Oak’s zero-waste production system utilizes each part of their pasture-raised animals, which are hand-butchered on the farm.
Wes Ruff, (White Oak Pastures inventory manager and contact for cooking-related questions), and his wife Kathryn (Marketing Manager) will discuss:- The history of White Oak Pastures.
- The decision to go back to traditional farming methods in 1995, and what that looked like as a business.
- The ongoing evolution of the farm as we re-ignite the connection to the cycles of nature.
- What has the outcome of that re-connection to nature been for the people, the animals, and the land?
- How conventional methods of farming can be contributing to ongoing issues with climate change, and what we're doing about it.
- How monoculture and linear farming methods impact the land.
- Why we have established a think-tank at the farm. This organization is CFAR or the Center for Agricultural Resilience.
- How is the modern business landscape squeezing the farmer into non-existence?
- Short YouTube and recent documentary to watch.
- A question and answer time.
- Cooking demo for pastured meats, and tasting.
- Opportunity to buy ribeyes, ground beef, beef cheeks, and beef tongue
- Discount code to use on online orders
- Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84669771531?pwd=VWxCTkpHbmkzRUlxeTNLLzhMajRFZz09
Meeting ID: 846 6977 1531
Passcode: 547797
