Gardyn Blog

Eat Your Heart Out- Gardyn’s Exclusive Valentine’s Day Menu

Whether you’re spending this Valentine’s Day with your bestie or significant other, it’s the perfect opportunity for a romantic dinner. From a fizzy, basil-infused cocktail to a vegan spin on a classic, creamy Roman pasta, to a rich chocolate mousse, this easy (yet decadent), dinner will leave you feeling the love.

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February 14, 2022

How to Throw a Pizza Party

In honor of National Pizza Day, we thought we’d give you the low-down on throwing your own Pizza Party. With a Gardyn brimming with ingredients, dough picked up at the store, and endless combinations, it’s a good time and a good meal for all ages.

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February 7, 2022

Warm Winter Quiche with Feta, Chives, and Swiss Chard

With its warm, comforting egg, cheese, golden, flaky crust, and just enough greens to balance, this quiche recipe is a universal hit. Serve for brunch, lunch, or while hosting with a simple salad of Gardyn greens. Inviting and belly-warming yet light, you’ll have guests begging for seconds.

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February 3, 2022

Life, Beauty, and Space with Interior Designer Ashley Masella

Google “interior design tips,” and you’ll find endless articles on which color palettes work for which room and what style of decorating is in. Rarely does replicating these ideals create a living, working space for your life. A fusion of aesthetics and utility, brought together in a way that supports your life and makes you feel full, is at the heart of Interior Designer Ashley Masella’s approach to design.

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January 29, 2022

Warm Bean Salad with Gardyn Greens and Pine Nut Pesto

This dish draws on Italian roots with warm white beans coupled with a peppy pesto. Drizzled over an abundance of greens, it’s a soothing salad perfect for the colder months. You’ll want a salad bowl big enough for a large lunch or a side dish (it works great as either).

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January 22, 2022
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How Gardyn Light Gives a Mental Health Boost in Winter

As the days grow shorter, we pine for the sun, causing many to experience Seasonal Affective Disorder. Also known as SAD, Seasonal Affective Disorder is a mood disorder where people experience depressive symptoms at the same time every year, usually in the dark days of winter. Bringing uplifting light and fresh plant life into your home is a proven way to bring back energy and lift your spirits.

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January 12, 2022
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Taking Time to Reflect and Reconnect with Yourself

Oftentimes when we think of self-reflection, we think of the checking off of tasks and goal-setting, but beneath is the answer to a bigger question, “Is your life what you want it to be right now?” Self-reflection can be scary, but it can also be the most important thing you do. When we stop to self-reflect and support our bodies with wholesome, nutritious food and time outside, we can shape our lives in a happy, healthy way.

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January 6, 2022
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Finding Happiness in Hydroponics with Gardyner Sophie Banton

If you asked Sophie Banton about gardening three years ago, she would have told you she’d never planted a single seed. Three years later her house is brimming with colorful fruits, vegetables, and flowers, and there’s no going back. When the pandemic hit, Sophie and her daughter Ari found themselves spending a lot more time indoors. So she sat down to think about what could brighten their space. Her first thought- plants. And not just houseplants, fruits and vegetables you can eat.

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January 4, 2022

A Look Back at 2021

A Lot Happened in 2021. Nasa landed a rover on Mars (again!), the climate change conference took place in Glasgow, and pictures of a chilly Bernie Sanders with giant mittens went viral. A lot happened at Gardyn too. We started the year with one Gardyn, a small team, and big dreams for the year ahead. Our community expanded to 11,200 Gardyners with memberships, sharing recipes, stories, plants they’ve grown, tales of their pets, children, and meals together. Small acts of care added beauty and intentionality throughout the day and changed the way we thought about time.

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December 30, 2021

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