Farm-to-Table Eating the Easy Way with Sasha Kanno

In this episode of the podcast, I chat with farmer Sasha Kanno, who founded and runs a half acre urban farm in Long Beach, CA.  With a background in floral design and event and film production, farmer Sash combined her skills, experience, and passion to start Farm Lot 59 in 2010. Now 14 years later with a busy non-profit farm to run, she shares with us how she keeps her meals easy and full of incredible farm fresh ingredients. Whether you’re an experienced grower or an avid cook looking to incorporate more seasonal ingredients into your cooking, this episode will leave you full of fresh ideas for ways to make farm-to-table eating easier and more convenient.  Find Sasha’s updates from the farm on Substack: https://sashakanno.substack.com/, on Instagram @farmlot59, and on the website: https://www.farmlot59.org/ In This Episode You’ll Hear:How Long Beach urban farm Farm Lot 59 startedEasy rice cooker meal ideas The easiest way to preserve your harvest in the freezerHow to make seasonal eating easier and less overwhelmingWhat it takes to become more confident cooking from scratchFarmer Sash’s favorite comfort meal that you may not be familiar with!How to avoid meal planning and what to do insteadDinner idea: Grilled chicken with artichoke hearts, lemon zest, feta cheese, and orzoThe one thing you need to grow at home and how to use it to elevate the flavor of your dishes