In this week’s episode, we’re celebrating food in all its forms. First, we meet a local woman turning community food waste into an environmental solution. Then, we take a look at Operation Food Search’s innovative efforts to grow fresh, out-of-season veggies to support low-income families. Next, we team up with the Des Peres City Administrator to solve the quirky mystery of the pickle jar. We also explore how holidays in the 1930s weren’t complete without a special treat from a popular store and how one Thanksgiving cooking staple got its start in St. Louis. Lastly, we highlight the vital work of the Bi-State Food Pantry, stepping up to ensure that no pet goes hungry this season.

MOshrooms
MOshrooms is a regenerative microfarm in St. Louis. It’s a perennial pollinator garden, edible landscape and rainwater capture area in the city.

Operation Food Search: Hydroponic Gardens
Operation Food Search (OFS) recently received two Flex Farms. The farms are fully self-contained hydroponic systems able to grow fresh and affordable produce.

The Great Des Peres Pickle Mystery
An unknown person has been leaving a jar of pickles along a busy road in Des Peres, Missouri. We investigate who that person is, and why they’re doing it.

Christmas at Stix, Baer & Fuller
Christmas in St. Louis in the 1930’s wasn’t complete with out a trip to the department store Stix, Baer & Fuller.

Joy of Cooking: A St. Louis Original
Joy of Cooking has been called the “culinary bible.” Irma Rombauer of St. Louis had the average cook in mind when she wrote it, focusing on ease and prep time.

Food Pantry For Pets
It’s a food pantry for pets! The idea began when two women saw a need and decided to do something! Now the group has lots of volunteers & is still growing!