Create a sustainable now. Explore ways to transform your backyard into an edible ecotopia. You're invited to attend our Forest Garden Design Workshop on Saturday, May 1 from 9:30 am - 4:00 pm at Hilltop Community Farm, La Valle, WI. We will cover the basics of Forest Gardens: understanding plant guilds and plant community functions, plant species and site selection criteria and considerations, and how to create a Forest Garden Design. You will leave the day with plant lists, resources on design strategies, and a base map for scheming and dreaming up your forest garden.

I've been a foodie all my life but my food allergies often prevented me from enjoying treats at the bakery or in restaurants.

Today, I enjoy making egg-free versions of sumptuous deserts ranging from cheesecake, pies and tarts to breads, cupcakes, muffins and more! I make pie crusts and icing, etc. all from scratch using organic and local ingredients whenever possible and accept up to 100% payment in Madison Hours or the bartering equivalent.

Recently, a friendly, vegan Madison couple who were having their kitchen re-done asked if I could make a few dishes on an occasional basis.

We have many local food fair trade items available for Madison Hours.

These include: rBGH-free and organic Cedar Grove Cheeses, Just Coffee, Divine chocolate, Holy Land olive oil, maple syrup, pancake mix, honey, wild rice, bison sausage, etc.

In a pickle or a jam this fall? Share in the bounty of Hilltop Community Farm, LLC's produce. We have select fruit and canned goods available seasonally August - November 2010. Items include: pears, apples, winter squash (carnival, delicata and spaghetti) and pie pumpkins.

Canned supplies include: Crispy Kosher Dill Pickles, Salsa, A variety of jams. Inquire for availability and price.

Hilltop Community Farm, LLC is a small, organic Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm and market garden. Thank you for your support and interest in eating local, farm fresh produce this season.