 | | | Michael from Doorstep Farmers delivers to Joe and Shirley Towbis' home in Orinda Photo Sophie Braccini
| | | | | | Doorstep Farmers Now Delivers to Lafayette and Orinda
(925) 349-4568, www.doorstepfarmers.com
The organic fruit and vegetable delivery service started two and a half years ago by Michael Wedgley has expanded delivery service from Lafayette to Orinda, and promises to include Moraga soon. Wedgley became interested in the distribution of local organic products at age 26, and decided to create Doorstep Farmers to allow anyone to have access to great produce, whatever their income level or their mobility. "I'm working with a network of farmers all located in Contra Costa County," he says. "The purpose is to get people a great variety of fresh fruits and vegetables when they are in season and at their peak of nutritional value and taste, while supporting local farmers." The service is flexible, allowing clients to customize their weekly basket online, prior to delivery. Orinda resident Shirly Towbis discovered Doorstep Farmers at the Lafayette Health Fair, and immediately came on board. Towbis says they've eaten all of the persimmons, kale, pears, salads, oranges, etc, they've received - and enjoy having it delivered to their doorstep. "It's like Christmas once a week," says Towbis' husband, Joe. "And since we've started, I have lost weight." The Orinda resident attributes this outcome to cooking soups more often. There are four box sizes, which include enough produce to feed one to five people; delivery can be scheduled every week or every other week.
Les Trois Bisous - Joan Edelsohn Goes Online
(510) 409-6141
www.lestroisbisous.com
Moraga lawyer Joan Edelsohn, whose passion for cooking drove her to compete in the California State Fair and who won numerous prizes for her jams and desserts, finally gave in to her friends who wanted to get more of her delicious treats and started an online patissiere - a bakery specializing in French pastry. She recently launched the website Les Trois Bisous - the three kisses - where she sells what she makes. "Everything is homemade by me in small batches," she says. "I buy only the best ingredients, experiment to get the taste we love and cook for my clients like I do for my family and friends." She adds that anyone in need of any pies, tarts, cookies or other treats for the holidays, or for their own personal dinners, may get in touch with her. Visit www.lestroisbisous.com for more information about her products.
Care Indeed
61 Moraga Way #9, Orinda
(925) 402-4411, www.careindeed.com
Care Indeed, a well-known provider of home care services, recently received its CAHSAH Certification as a Home Care Aide Organization. The certification was awarded in recognition of Care Indeed's efforts in providing the highest quality services. CAHSAH was established in 1966 with a mission to promote quality home care and enhance the effectiveness of its members.
Cloud 9 Organic Salon Re-Opens, Correction
1 Orinda Way, #3, Orinda
(925) 258-9811, www.cloud9organictherapy.com
In our Dec. 5 issue we printed that Cloud 9's owner was Cindy Nguyen. The rightful owners are Alyssa Renteria and Leah Crane Kao. "We offer the finest non-toxic polishes (there is no true organic nail polish designation), organic soaks/scrubs/moisturizers and clients do indeed leave feeling relaxed and revived," wrote Cloud 9 co-owner Crane Kao. "Furthermore, we exceed the sanitation guidelines set forth by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology regarding our instrumentation. We offer waxing services and are excited to announce that we are now a full service hair salon."
News from the three Chambers of Commerce
Lafayette
Entrepreneur's Club at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 20 in the Lafayette Chamber Conference Room.
Moraga
The Chamber is accepting nominations for Business Person of the Year. Names can be emailed to Kathe Nelson at kathe@moragachamber.org. A vote to select among the nominees is scheduled for January and the awards dinner will be in February.
Orinda
Mark your calendar for this luncheon tribute to Dick Heggie, first mayor of Orinda, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16 at the Orinda Country Club. Cost: $25 per person, reservations online at www.orindachamber.org.
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Lamorinda Weekly, Moraga CA