City Commons CSA

City Commons is a cooperative of Detroit farms raising food with common resources for common people in Metro Detroit.

Wrapping up 2012

We’re finishing up our inaugural year and it has been a great one.  We provided over 300 boxes of produce to 28 households in the Metro Detroit area over the … Continue reading

December 31, 2012 · 1 Comment

Attack of the Killer Tomatoes (or at least the very pushy vegetables)

In discussions of urban farming people often talk about using space outside wisely and creatively when it comes to growing food.  They don’t talk as often about the pressure of … Continue reading

September 1, 2012 · 2 Comments

Panzanella (or Eggplant and Bread Salad)

Thanks to CSA member Kari for suggesting this recipe 3/4 pounds of eggplant, sliced 1/2 inch thick French or Italian bread Small tomatoes 1 large sweet pepper or several small … Continue reading

August 25, 2012 · Leave a comment

Storing the harvest

Feeling overwhelmed by the produce piling up?  Don’t worry, there are lots of ways to properly store your goodies so they will keep until a less bountiful day. Carrots store … Continue reading

July 27, 2012 · Leave a comment