Fresh local ginger offers alternative taste to grocery store variety
If you've only ever tried ginger from a grocery store, you're missing out on the mellower flavor of local varieties.
James Rubenstein
MOON Co-op celebrates anniversary of opening and National Co-op Month
October is National Co-op Month, and Board President James Rubenstein writes that Oxford's local cooperative grocery store has been serving the Oxford community for 13 years.
Bakers keep selling goods at rainy day farmers market
The Oxford Farmers Market runs 52 weekends per year, rain or shine. On the worst weather days, columnist and Free Press Board President James Rubenstein writes that the bakers run the show.
Two local apple festivals set to usher in October
Apple lovers will have plenty to celebrate next weekend as two annual fruit-themed festivals come to Southwest Ohio.
Okra plays essential role in recipes in multiple cultures
From India to the Deep South to southwest Ohio, okra has found its way into recipes everywhere.
Ohio’s largest native fruit is ripe on trees now
Pawpaws aren't as popular as some mass-grown fruits like apples and bananas, but they're just as good. Make sure to eat them quickly so they don't spoil.
Local baker and nonprofit director makes final scone delivery
For years, Kate Currie has regularly dropped off her scones and other baked goods at MOON Co-op to sell to Oxford residents. Last week, she made her final delivery as she pivots to focus on her nonprofit organization.