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The Power of Food to Change Lives
When Soman Karimi and her family were evacuated from Afghanistan in 2021, they faced the daunting challenge of rebuilding their lives in a new country. Initially taken to Qatar and then to Fort Dix, New Jersey, they were finally resettled in Maynard, Massachusetts. Soman, the only family member who speaks…
Recipe: Mashed Potatoes and Cauliflower
Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes Board Member Norma Frye has been adding a healthy twist to a classic comfort food by "sneaking" cauliflower into the mashed potatoes she serves her grandchildren. This clever addition creates a lighter, lower-carb version of their favorite side dish—and it’s a hit! During a recent visit, Norma…
Recipe: Roasted Cauliflower Salad
Roasted Cauliflower Salad Here is a heart salad that can easily turn into a meal with the addition of some leftover chicken or shrimp. Feel free to play with ingredients, swapping out dates for raisins, for example, or adding avocado, cucumber, or charred scallions.
Annex Grand Opening – Please Join Us
Please Celebrate with Us Thanks to the hard work and generosity of many, Open Table is thrilled to open our Annex building! This dedicated space will help us better serve even more members of our community with fresh, healthy food. The next phase of Open Table is right around the…
Mobile Program Volunteers Needed
The Hudson Mobile Food Pantry, a joint project between Open Table and the Hudson Health Department, seeks volunteers to help distribute food to the Norma Oliver Village, Brigham Circle, and Peter's Grove on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month, between 3 and 4:30 pm. Volunteers should have their…
Thank You, Cookie Bakers
For five years, families of Open Table supporters have come together during the holidays to bake cookies for a cause. Their Annual Cookie Fundraiser spreads joy and raises vital funds by sharing homemade treats with friends and family in exchange for donations to Open Table.This year’s event was a resounding…
616 Bags – Countless Smiles!
Thanks to your generosity, we distributed 616 gift bags donated by supporters from 30 different towns! These thoughtful gifts brightened the season for all the clients we serve through our onsite and mobile food distributions. Additionally, we were able to extend our reach to more than 50 families living in…
December Schedule Changes
Open Table will be closed to the Public December 23-27, 2024 and January 1, 2025. There will be no online or phone orders for December 30th - January 2, 2025. We will be offering prepared meals and groceries with modest choice: Tuesday 12/31/24Reduced Hours: 1:00pm – 3:30pm Thursday 01/02/25Regular Hours: 11:00am…
Recipe: Roasted Squash with Pecans, Feta and Pomegranate
Roasted Squash with Pecans, Feta and Pomegranate Pomegranate seeds add flavor as well as color to this dish. It makes a festive side for a holiday meal. Recipe from Chef Laura Bonicelli.
Recipe: Tomato and Pomegranate Salad
Tomato and Pomegranate Salad Adapted from Yotam Ottolenghi, this salad includes the Middle Eastern spice blend Za’atar, which gives it a citrusy note. Because it uses cherry tomatoes, it can be successfully made year round.
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Press Releases
Press Release: Family to Family Returns
Open Table Family-to-Family Holiday Drive Returns An opportunity to give back to our community and brighten the holiday season Concord and Maynard, MA (November 15,…
Media Advisory: Thanksgiving Preparations
MetroWest Food Pantry Open Table Preps 900 Frozen Meals for Thanksgiving Media outlets invited to photograph and video holiday meal preparation in Maynard kitchen Concord…
Press Release: Middlesex Saving Charitable Foundation Grant
Open Table Receives Grant from Middlesex Savings Charitable Foundation Grant supports enhanced community outreach Concord and Maynard, MA (October 23, 2024) – Open Table, the…
Press Release: Volunteers Honored
Open Table Honors Concord Residents Eric Schoen and Jean Husson as Volunteers of the Year Concord and Maynard, MA (September 25, 2024) – Open Table,…