Farm the City is an introduction to the principles, methods, and realities of starting an urban farm derived from the success of Sole Food Street Farms, one of the largest urban agricultural enterprises in North America. Covers navigating regulations and finding land, to crop planning, fundraising, marketing, and more.
Told through the voices of four women at the heart of the project, this evocative exploration of life on a sustainable organic farm highlights North America’s slow living and local eating movements. Stunning photographs and vivid descriptions of nature accompany mouthwatering yet uncomplicated recipes and crafting tips. Through personal stories spanning Early Spring to Deep Winter, the rich life of the farm comes alive. From harvest dinners and Thursday work parties to caring for free-range children and summer hay bailing, each experience celebrates community living and working the land. Readers are drawn into farm life while discovering tips, tricks, and recipes cultivated over years. Local harvest, slow food recipes include Squash and Sage Risotto, Wild Spring Nettle Soup, and Fresh Chèvre Cheesecake, alongside key seasonal activities like maximizing spring vegetables and making nature tables. Beyond practical advice, the book shares emotional lessons about community living and family, emphasizing gratitude, the joy of walks, and the importance of celebration. This immersive experience invites readers to return time and again, offering recipes, storytelling, and insights that celebrate nourishment—both physical and emotional. It inspires the cultivation of rich traditions of food, family, and community, wherever one may live.