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1. La Gloria Elementary Thanks Team Taylor for Fresh Veggie Donations

   May 28, 2020 8:45 pm

   Since January of this year, Team Taylor has been delivering fresh Taylor Farms produce each Friday to 200 kids in afterschool programs at Fairview Middle and La Gloria Elementary. Some of the favorite products included are Taylor Farms Chopped Salad Kits, Stir Fry Kits, Snack Trays, and Vegetable Medley Packages.

   

   Students at La Gloria Elementary enjoying Taylor Farms Snack Trays

    

   

   Students at La Gloria Elementary displaying their favorite snack trays

   “We completed our final delivery of the school year this past Friday (June 2nd)  and the kids were helping me unloading at La Gloria as usual,” says Chrissy Fink, ‎Office Manager at Taylor Farms Retail, and regular volunteer for this program. “I started to leave and they said ‘Wait, we have something for you!’ I was surprised and went into the La Gloria cafeteria where a lot of the kids were waiting. They presented me with a ‘Thank You’ poster for Taylor Farms. I’ve hung up the sign in my office window, so everyone can see it!”

   

   “Thank You” poster from La Gloria Elementary students

   Taylor Farms is happy to participate in this inaugural food security program and looks forward to participating again next school year.

    

   This program is part of the City of Gonzales’ initiative called The Gonzales Way – helping assist the town with its community health and wellness goals by providing the students and their families with wholesome, fresh food to supplement for weekend family meals.

2. Kick Off Spring Feeling So Fresh and So Green Green!

   8:41 pm

   Spring has sprung, so pack your lunch and get ready to spend more time outdoors!

   To celebrate the changing of the seasons, we’re giving you a chance to win a month’s worth of Taylor Farms Organic Greens and a Yeti Tumbler on our Instagram and Facebook! We want to make sure you kick off this season feeling so fresh and so green green!

   Here’s how to enter:

   1. Follow us on Instagram and/or “like” us on Facebook
   2. Tag your Spring adventure buddy!
   3. That’s it – it’s so easy!

   Giveaway closes March 21. Open to US residents only.

   Not sure what to pack for your warm weather adventures? Just start with your favorite Chopped Salad Kit and an adorable mason jar, then follow these delicious – (and portable!) – recipes!

   Sunflower Crunch Salad with Golden Corn & Eggs

   

   Southwest Turkey & Salsa Salad

   

   Mediterranean Crunch Salad with Grilled Chicken and Orzo

   

   Share your images of fun outdoor lunches this Spring on Instagram using the hashtag #GoToGreens for the chance to be featured on our feed!

3. Keep Your Summer Meals Light with Cauliflower Pearls

   8:18 pm

   There’s a reason why cauliflower is taking over kitchens everywhere, it’s highly nutritious, incredibly versatile and totally delicious for summer meals! Here at Taylor Farms, we’re all about flavorful convenience and providing simple, non-intimidating ways to eat healthy. Our Cauliflower Pearls are pre-washed and chopped and ready to transform all your favorite summer meals into low-carb alternatives.

   

   They can even make an appearance during your Summer Friday Pizza Nights! Grab the recipe for our Homemade Cauliflower Pizza Crust, and top with your favorite veggies, protein and greens, or even one of our Chopped Salad Kits!

    

   Or if you’re looking for a healthier alternative to rice, try the recipe for Coconut Cauliflower Rice that requires only two ingredients (!!) as the bed for your one-pan meal, Egg Roll in a Bowl.

   

   Are you a fan of Cauliflower Pearls? Make sure to tag @yourtaylorfarms in your recipes on Instagram.

    

4. Investing in the Future with New Center for Learning

   7:00 pm

   Taylor Farms is proud to support local youth by investing in the Future Citizens Foundation’s (FCF) new 5,000 square foot Center for Learning. The new facility, which had its ribbon cutting grand opening yesterday, is officially called the “Taylor Farms Center for Learning,” and is located at The First Tee of Monterey County Campus in Salinas, California. It significantly expands the educational efforts of FCF’s First Tee of Monterey County and Pay It Forward Scholarship and Mentoring Program.

   

   The main mission of this center is two-fold. It is meant to be a place where students can further their education and grow into their potential, but it also aims to provide an environment for the local youth to feel safe and secure.

   

   After the ribbon cutting, everyone got to tour the center and see it in action, full of energetic students eager to start playing in their new center. It has two large classrooms, one outfitted with latest smart classroom technology, where students learn and practice coding and STEAM, and a dedicated area for the Pay It Forward Scholarship Program. During the tour, students enthusiastically showcased their design and coding skills using tablets provided by the center.

   

   The specific programs offered through the center are designed to touch each level of the student’s life, from elementary school through college, and help them define success on their own terms. These programs include grade-specific tutoring, homework assistance, coding and website development classes, vocational exploration, college preparation, and mentoring support from volunteers — many of whom have been through the FCF’s First Tee program and are now in the Pay It Forward program.

   

   Margaret D’Arrigo, VP of Community Development, Taylor Farms, touring the new Taylor Farms Center For Learning

   “We don’t fight for equality of results, we fight for equality of opportunity,” said Bruce Taylor, Taylor Farms CEO, speaking to the students at the opening ceremony. “And what better opportunity than for you all to have a chance to develop the skills, the character, the tools you need to reach your potential, your promise in life. That’s what all this is all about.”

   

   Bruce Taylor, Chairman and CEO, Taylor Farms addressing the crowd

   The Center for Learning would not have been possible without the support of the Monterey Peninsula Foundation, Andy & Phyllis D’Arrigo Foundation, David & Susan Gill, and Mann Packing; as well as all of the workers and volunteers — none of this would work without you!

   

   Barry Phillips, Future Citizens Foundation, addressing the crowd

    

   Check out a glimpse of the ribbon cutting here:

5. Introducing: Veggie Noodles for Foodservice Customers

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   The “foodie” label is expanding and now more than ever, people are caring about the “story” behind the food on their plate — where it comes from, how it’s made and of course, whether or not it tastes good. People want to go out to dinner and order something delicious and healthy… so the challenge is ON for chefs.

   Luckily, Taylor Farms wants to help, which is why we’ve introduced Veggie Noodles for our Foodservice customers! Veggie Noodles are a perfect example of a healthy, low-carb meal option that doesn’t sacrifice taste, and Zucchini and Squash Noodles are a versatile ingredient for chefs; they can be paired with endless flavor and sauce combinations.

   Even better, Taylor Farms is taking all the work of spiralizing out of the equation for you so it’s not only yummy and nutritious, but it’s EASY, too!

   Check out how this delicious pasta-substitute is made:

   With Taylor Farms Veggie Noodles, the sky’s the limit for your menu!