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| Radishes in the garden |
Dr. A.R. Lord has maintained a garden since 2011 and is now in full summer bloom. This garden was initially started with a grant from the Vancouver Foundation and partnerships with organizations such as Tree Canada, Environmental Youth Alliance, and the Vancouver Parks Board have allowed family volunteers, and teachers to give students the chance to learn about food, gardens, and sustainability. Over the summer, even when school is out, the garden continues to bloom so we encourage Dr. A.R. Lord families to visit the garden. Do some weeding, tend to the garden and help yourself to a little bit of the bounty (but please leave some for others).
What is in bloom? We found Strawberries, radishes, and herbs such as chives and sage to name a few.
Mint in particular is in great supply so try a FRESH MINT INFUSION to drink (hot or cold).
- Pick a few sprigs of fresh mint
- Rinse to wash in fresh water
- Take several leaves and put into a cup
- Bruise or muddle the mint leaves with the back of of wooden spoon to release the mint oil
- Top with boiling water and steep 5-10 minutes
- Remove the leaves. Add a little honey or sugar if you like.
- Or try it cold on a hot day by bringing to cool and serve over ice.
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| The start of the garden project 3 years ago |
