We are happy that our list of helpers is growing, with so many wonderful people through our out door doors and kitchen ways, we hope for the fruitfulness of this exchange, and may it grow into sustainability and food for all, as stewards of this land.
The summer and fall of 2020 was an exceptionally rich one at Atina. We have been blessed by the hands and minds of several young people. With gratitude, we thank them for all their help and energy, each has significantly touched us and our love here on our land, may the seeds grow in all of us.
Whitney Williams showed up at ATINA on fire!
A graphic designer from the town next to where Carrie grew up outside of Boston, Atina had lots of fun with Whitney, as she learned and helped make food and design with new and old ideas!
Whitney’s favorite Atina Foods jars; Inji Puli and Turmeric Ginger Herbal Jam!
Olivia Miller
A thoughtful young lady from New York City, who chose her own pandemic relief package, by choosing to visit with Atina Foods for the Fall. Olivia completely immersed herself in our land and livelihood; cooking, garden picking, recipe making, label designing, photo taking, and polishing up the dusty gems Suresh and Carrie had to give. You will find her healthy recipes and writings on our blog, and you can see where it all comes from on her own blog. An especially lovely interview with Suresh, called: The Fermentation King is posted on her site - Only Good Simple. Or as we like to say, it’s only good simple!
Olivia’s favorite Atina Foods jars: Garlic Scape Pickle, followed closely by the Whole Garlic Preserved!
Recipe BLOG posts: Inji Puli Chocolate Tart, Lasoon Veg Stuffed Peppers, Turmeric Tales, Whole Garlic Preserved Fritters, Rhubarb Ginger Halwa!
Libby Greene
Libby was our first intern, a free and critical thinker via Bennington College. This smart young lady is going to make synergetic waves with her keen understanding, quick thinking and joyous attitude. With her swift technical skills and Libby designed our new recipe cards, helped with the opening of the store, brainstormed new ideas and made some sassy yogurt rhubarb ginger popsicles! Amongst other things!
Libby’s favorite jars.. we’ll have to ask! Possibly, Rhubarb Ginger Herbal Jam - ?
Clara Schiller
With an infectious bellow laugh, Clara was ready to work hard and get dirty! She helped in production and processed 1 million garlic scapes her self! Or close to. WIth a quick assessment of relational situations, she swiftly took on the skills of interacting with customers at the Farmer’s Market, where she and Libby taunted and made new friends!
Clara’s favorite Jars?
Kyle Tanguey
Kyle, our next door neighbor, a young farmer, a talented cook, always curious to learn more. With a good taste palate to identify spices and the matching cognitive power to understand complex taste. Excellent hard working and reliable, team member - Kyle is a staple in Atina’s kitchen!
Kyle’s favorite Atina Foods?! - GREEN TOMATO PICKLE - Hands down.