The Rhythm of April

While construction carries on at Union Hall, we keep busy with various projects.

Today, for example, Justin and the kitchen staff are testing recipes in the Lincolnville kitchen.  Dana and Heather tend the garden and the greenhouse.  Annemarie, Andrew, Alexandra and I tie up loose ends in preparation for next week’s first days of training.

This has been the rhythm of April so far:  planting seeds, embracing the unexpected, redefining notions of  home, watching growth in the ground and in ourselves, and reveling in the joy that is engendered by a warm meal and warm conversations.

Here are some photos from the last month.

All hands on deck: SWF Assistant Cook Alexis Zimba-Kirby readies the ground for planting. Photo: © Irene Yadao.

Chef Justin Barrett and Farm Manager Dana Crane meet in the greenhouse, where a variety of vegetables and herbs are in the works. Photo © Irene Yadao.

Greens getting their start in the greenhouse. Photo © Irene Yadao.

A lemon tart masterpiece from Pastry Chef Caitlin Macrae. Photo © Irene Yadao.

Red shallots! Photo © Irene Yadao.