From the field to your table, what’s more in Maine can be very delicious!

Sometimes, less really is more. This can certainly be said when it comes to food—or at least its cost. When you get the most from your food is not when you spend the most, at a fancy restaurant, but when you take the time to invest in a meal, and yourself, by cooking a meal at home. Maine has the resources to not only help you save money but support local businesses and farmers at the same time.

To take advantage of local foods during this the time of year when even a green blade of grass seems to be too much to hope for, look for a food co-op in your area. In the co-operative spirit, everyone is welcome, and these organizations make a point to stick to local producers--and you save money through buying in bulk. With many co-ops throughout the state, it is easy to find one near you. The links below are a good place to get started.

http://www.meliving.com/healthfoodstores/index.shtml

http://www.coopdirectory.org/directory.htm#Maine

While our spring and summers are short, the fruits of the seasons are plentiful. As spring approaches, prepare for the bounty ahead—clear out your freezer to make sure you can enjoy local produce all year. With the strawberry, raspberry and blueberry, cucumbers, corn and green beans of summer, to the pumpkins, squash and apples in the fall, the wide variety of Maine’s produce will keep you busy in your kitchen! At www.getrealgetmaine.com, you can search by the product you are looking for, or by your county or even town.

Just like when you use a Maine credit union, when you shop and eat locally, you are investing in your community while saving money! And, not only will local, seasonal food help support your community and save you money, food simply tastes better when you eat it when you are supposed to! What better reason to bring what’s more in Maine into your kitchen today!