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Fruit Tree Love: 5 Tips to Boost Your Yield

Fruit Tree Love: 5 Tips to Boost Your Yield

by Diane Laughter | May 25, 2018 | Food & Recipes, Nicaragua, Nutrition, Permaculture, Uncategorized

For the past few years at ViVerde, we have been showering love on existing and newly planted fruit trees throughout our fifteen acres.   It is showing!  See what we have fruiting right now and find out ways you can make your fruit trees and shrubs more productive.

Make Your Own Chocolate Granola

Make Your Own Chocolate Granola

by Amelie Rousseau | Apr 26, 2018 | Food & Recipes, Nicaragua, Nutrition, Wellness

At ViVerde, we serve this granola with homemade yogurt, fresh fruit, and really good local coffee. This recipe tastes like guilt-free cocoa puffs!

Spring Break Service Success

Spring Break Service Success

by Amelie Rousseau | Apr 20, 2018 | Construction, Food & Recipes, Natural Building, Nicaragua, Permaculture, Travel, Uncategorized

“We had an awesome time here! We learned so much, worked together as a community, and relaxed in this beautiful place. This was a life-changing experience for our kids that they will remember forever.” -Andy Sloop, father of two & Global Waste Director...
Easy Golden Paste

Easy Golden Paste

by Amelie Rousseau | Mar 16, 2018 | Food & Recipes, Medicinal Plants, Nicaragua, Nutrition, Wellness

At ViVerde, turmeric and ginger rhizomes spread like crazy! Turmeric has so many healing properties, why not toss a spoonful in your oatmeal, soups and stirfries? This recipe uses fresh turmeric and you can now find it in major grocery stores. Only 5 ingredients and...
Cacao: Bean to Bar

Cacao: Bean to Bar

by Amelie Rousseau | Feb 25, 2018 | Food & Recipes, Nicaragua, Nutrition, Permaculture, Uncategorized

Everyone loves chocolate! At ViVerde we are growing cacao and soon we will have our pods. Read a quick run-down on how chocolate is made and try two simple and delicious recipes using cacao.

11 Ways to Waste Less Food This Year

11 Ways to Waste Less Food This Year

by Amelie Rousseau | Jan 18, 2018 | Food & Recipes, Nicaragua, Nutrition, Uncategorized

With a little planning and inspiration, we could all do a better job of not wasting food. Here are eleven creative ideas you could easily adopt. Making the most of the food we purchase and grow ourselves helps us make a smaller carbon footprint. Plus, it saves money!

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