Picky Eaters

by Maria DiMaggio, Healthy Waltham Project Coordinator

I was a picky eater as a child.  I remember fighting with my parents at mealtimes and hiding pieces of food in my napkin while they insisted that I clean my plate.  So how, then, did I become interested in food, a fairly adventurous eater, and a pretty [...]

Salads for Kids

When I told my class three years ago that we were going to make a salad, little did I know it would be the most popular recipe to date.  Parents even contacted me to tell me how much their children loved the salad and how they were making it at home. My own teenager, when [...]

Waltham Day of Play a Success!

Over 250 people came out on a cold but sunny January day to the 2nd Annual Day of Play at the South Middle School on Moody Street.  This event brought together young and old to enjoy a variety of activities emphasizing healthy and playful lifestyles.  Special thanks to Hannaford Supermarkets which provided fresh fruit snacks, [...]

Vegetable Recipe Book

What’s on your Table? is Healthy Waltham’s vegetable cookbook compiled in collaboration with the Waltham Fields Community Farm.  This excellent resource is arranged alphabetically by vegetable.  In addition to recipes, there is nutrition information, storage tips, and more.  Download it by clicking here.

The Spanish version can be found by clicking here: Spanish Version of Cookbook

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