Raccooning On An Urban Farm
Contrary to what Urban Dictionary thinks, raccooning is the fastest way to failure on an urban farm.
Pride Goes Before The Fall
After I destroyed an oven trying to make my own bronze chain I used actual bronze chain to hang a poultry waterer - because chain is chain.
The Foodist: Sauteed Portobello Mushrooms
This delightful and delicious recipe is easy to make and endlessly adaptable. Even if you don't like mushrooms!
Jurassic Farm - Life FINDS a Way
In Jurassic Park, a good urban farmer is an engineer, a biologist, a psychologist, and a chaos theorist.
Making The Most of Waste
Making space for and reframing waste is a critical skill set on an urban farm. Take the time to really think about waste.
Mezzacello 2.0 in Winter
A stunning view of of Mezzacello 2.0 in winter taken with a drone in the snow.
From Resources to Food to Waste to Resources
An Urban Farm employs ag-tech, enclosed sustainable ecologies to go from resources to food to waste to resources
Mezzacello In Columbus CEO Future 50 Class of 2022
I am really proud to be designated as a Future 50 for the Class of 2022. I am being honored for my commitment to food security, technology, and sustainability.
You'll Put An Eye Out With That, Kid
After receiving a text message about an attack on my chickens from a downtown hawk, I had to deploy a BB gun to discourage the predators out of the tree
The Foodist: Turnip Greens
This is a superb turnip green, ham, turnip and apple dish! Really good and hearty in the cold, and delightful served cold in summer!
Building Mezzacello In Stakes, Strings, and CAD
The behind the scenes story of how Mezzacello has evolved and the personalities that have enabled this growth.
The Foodist: Black Bean Soup With Bananas
A Mezzacello favorite! Black Bean Soup With Bananas. Three tastes that go great together!
The Foodist: Favorite Hot Toddy
It is winter - during COVID! Here is our favorite Hot Toddy Recipe. From us to you!
Anatomy of The Brunerform
What does it take to be a 21st Century farmer, inventor, engineer, scientist, designer, and educator? The anatomy of the Brunerform.
The Foodist: Savory Garden Polenta
This warm and cheesy fresh herb polenta is a crowd pleaser! Fresh or fried it warms the spirit, soul, and body!
Shenaniducks! Those Ducks Are At It Again!
It takes one duck to override a safety mechanism on a robotic coop door. Never underestimate a duck an it’s love of chaos.
Mezzacello in the Holiday and Wine!
Being trapped in the house for the second year changed the holidays for us. A wine Christmas Tree really helped.
Mentorship is Petting The Dog Under The Sea
Mentorship is Curating Empathy and Curiosity. We mentor people not to say this can't be done, but to pet the dog beneath the sea.
The Foodist: Peach Bourbon Cardamom Tart
This is a very rich and easy to make peach tart with a surprising bourban and cardamom kick!
The Foodist: Cranberry and Orange Semifreddo
One of the most delightful desserts ever! This semifreddo is rich and creamy and super easy to make! Fresh ingredients are a must!