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For the fourth consecutive year, Firefly has sold out of raw honey before the New Year. Heartfel gratitude is extended to supporters for the overwhelming ‘honey love.’ Deep appreciate, thanks, and anticipation for future raw nectar offerings.
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In the Firefly Fields newsletter, Ben and Virginia reflect on two years of farm adventures, while Ayano Matsumae shares traditional Japanese soybean dishes and art, Virginia calls for a more liberal approach to cheffing, and the newsletter also features a product spotlight on organic soybeans, highlighting their nutritional benefits and flavor.
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Life is a delicate blend of salty and sweet flavors, where moments of bitterness and resilience create a harmonious rhyme. The poem unfolds with the struggles of a farmstead and the honey bees, reflecting the beauty of collaboration, diversity, and goodness amidst challenges.
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Ben and Virginia reflect on two years of farm adventures and growth, from renovating the farmhouse to expanding the apiary and cultivating new crops. Their staycation provided a much-needed break before diving into 2024 with a clearer vision. Balancing challenges and success, they look forward to what the new year holds with hope and excitement.
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Ayano Matsumae, a native of Tokushima, Japan, shares her homemade Japanese soybean dishes, featuring traditional recipes like ‘Zouni’ miso soup and vegan simmered soybeans. Living in the US, she inspires others with her culinary skills and photography. Her creations include Gomoku-mame, Chirashi-zushi, and vegan simmered soybeans with hijiki seaweed. Explore her slow-process photographic artworks at ayanophoto.com. For recipe sharing, contact Virginia at virginia@firefly-fields.com.
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The post discusses different types of chefs – the Savory Chef, Pastry Chef, and Food Blogger, each with unique approaches to cooking. It argues for a more liberal approach to cooking with trust in one’s instincts. It also touches on personal experiences with soybeans and invites readers to ponder their experiences in the kitchen.
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Firefly Fields has embarked on a fulfilling five-year journey with organic soybeans, celebrating their versatility and nutritional benefits. From cultivating friendships with like-minded individuals like Norah, the “Tempeh Temptress,” to discovering the rich history and culinary traditions of soybeans, the team eagerly anticipates further exploration and experimentation with soy-based dishes in 2024.
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We are excited to introduce our new Organic Hard Red Spring Wheat product line. Available as raw berries or stone-milled flour in various quantities, it has received great feedback locally. The raw berries are versatile for milling or cooking, while the stone-milled flour retains all the natural components, adding a nutty flavor to your baking.
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The content discusses the unique qualities of stone-milled whole flours, offering insights and tips for baking with whole grain flours. The author emphasizes the importance of purpose, gradual experimentation, flexibility, education, and enjoying the process. They invite readers to explore their stone-milled flours for nutritious and flavorful baking experiences.
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The post raves about homemade pizza, highlighting the pleasure and cost-effectiveness of making it at home. A simple wholegrain pizza crust recipe with optional toppings is shared, along with tips for a heartburn-friendly version. The recipe includes yeast, water, honey, flour, olive oil, and salt. Various flour options are suggested.
