There is a universe of information at our fingertips and we are delighted to share some of our favorite sites with you. The listing is comprised of a range of food related topics - from recipe sources to websites that tell you where the nearest farmers market is located to organizations involved in food policy to restaurant reviews.
We will keep these listings updated, so check back in from time to time. And though the world has gone hi tech, we are happy to remain part of an old fashioned industry: cooking food and bringing people together!
Eco-Living:
IDEAL BITE
Ideal Bite provides readers with easy methods to make their lives greener. Filled with information, advice, and keen insights, this website gives users the tools to make a daily impact on the environment.
SLOW FOOD
Slow Food is a movement that forges a connection between plate and planet. Inspiring 100,000 members and counting, Slow Food advocates an active role in food producing.
EAT WELL GUIDE
The Eat Well Guide is a directory of local and sustainable food sources including family farms, CSA's, restaurants, and farmer's markets.
COUNCIL ON THE ENVIRONMENT (CENYC)
CENYC is an active nonprofit that improves New York City's environment through Greenmarkets, Farmer Development programs, recycling initiatives, community gardens, and more.
FOOD AND WATER WATCH
Food & Water Watch is dedicated to working on behalf of the public to protect the quality and safety of our food and water. Through lobbying and community activism, The Food & Water Watch has helped implement effective government standards and corporate responsibility.
Food News and Events:
BLONDIE AND BROWNIE
Blondie and Brownie are passionate about good food and new experiences in New York. Inspired by food culture from low brow to high, this duo navigates the city's culinary happenings.
TASTING TABLE
Catering to the adventurous eater, Tasting Table sends free daily notices about dining, wines, cocktails, cooking, and restaurants to food lovers in New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago.
CHOW
This busy site is chock full of recipes, blog posts, videos, tips and articles, a veritable how-to manual on making the most of every meal.
ORANGETTE
This blog has won admiration for its understated elegance. A former PhD candidate, blogger Molly Wizenberg now devotes herself to the food industry, candidly sharing her experiences with literary prose and compelling photography.
EDIBLE COMMUNITIES
Edible Communities is an encyclopedic guide to the pleasures of food across America. With a network of local publications based on city and region, Edible promotes local flavors and enables readers to find the best brunch spot, bar, and farmer's market in their own town.
SERIOUS EATS
Serious Eats is a community-oriented site that brings together the distinctive voices of food bloggers. Known for its discussion boards as well as its trusted updates on food news, Serious Eats offers recipes, dining advice, and food news.
Restaurant Reviews:
CRAVINGS
Have a particular craving? This fun and informative site reviews not only restaurants but specific dishes, so you can find the best spots for fried dumplings, tapas, and more throughout the city.
GRUB STREET
Grub Street is the gold standard for many urbanites when it comes to restaurant selection. Their enticing, up-to-date news and reviews never cease to whet the appetite and stir up conversation.
THE STRONG BUZZ
Andrea Strong keeps her loyal readers filled in on the latest openings and weekend hot spots.
She even posts job openings in the food industry.
URBAN SPOON
Urban Spoon's top ten lists sum up the NY restaurant scene, so readers can find information in a snap. With critic reviews and restaurant searches by cuisine, neighborhood, and price, Urban Spoon does the research, so you can find the exact meal to fit your style and budget.
Farming:
NATIONAL FAMILY FARM COALITION
NFFC shares the voices and actions of its members in an effort to promote safe and healthy food and to encourage economically and environmentally sound rural communities.
COLUMBIA COUNTY BOUNTY
Through its networking connections between local agricultural producers and culinary businesses, Columbia County Bounty educates the community about the steps necessary to achieve the preservation of local farms.
NORTHEAST ORGANIC FARMING ASSOCIATION
NOFA is a community of farmers, gardeners, land care professionals, and consumers working to strengthen our relationship with the natural world and promote the growth of sustainable regional food.
ORGANIC SEED ALLIANCE
Organic Seed Alliance promotes the ethical development of genetic resources through sustainable agricultural, conversation, and collaborative education.
NORTHEAST SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE WORKING GROUP
NESAWG works toward sustainable regional food systems throughout the country. NESAWG aims to redirect public policy and educate citizens on the need to sustain economically viable, socially just, and environmentally sound food.
Food Justice:
JUST FOOD
Just Food is a vibrant nonprofit organization that promotes a holistic approach to food, hunger, agriculture issues. Their efforts in New York City and at the regional level work to preserve ecosystems, reduce pollution, promote social justice, and invigorate rural and urban economies.
CITY HARVEST
City Harvest, the world's first food rescue organization, gathers excess food from restaurants, grocers, corporate cafeterias, manufacturers, and farms to feed over 260,000 New Yorkers. By delivering food to more than 600 community food programs, City Harvest aims to end hunger in communities throughout New York City.
FOOD BANK NYC
With a four star rating from Charity navigator, Food Bank NYC increases access among low-income New Yorkers to affordable nutritious food while also providing health education within the five boroughs.
ALLIANCE TO END HUNGER
The Alliance to End Hunger tackles hunger on a national level by engaging political leaders and increasing voter awareness. With partnerships around the globe and a strong membership base, the Alliance has seen substantial results in the effort to end hunger.
NEW YORK STATE COUNCIL ON FOOD POLICY
In May 2007, the Council on Food Policy was created to address statewide issues of agriculture, hunger, and sustainability, among many others. The Council works with the governor on issues of food policy, from legislation and budget proposals to expanding local farming.
FOOD SYSTEMS NYC
The Food Systems Network NYC is a membership-based organization that stimulates the communication between stake holders and professionals within the food system. Through meetings and events, the organization strives to supply nourishing and affordable food universally.
ORGANIC CONSUMERS ASSOCIATION
The OCA is an online and grassroots non-profit 501(c)3 public interest organization campaigning for health, justice, and sustainability. The OCA deals with issues of food safety, industrial agriculture, genetic engineering, children's health, corporate accountability, Fair Trade, and environmental sustainability.