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A plate of sliced cucumbers arranged in a smiley face, moisten with crème fraiche and topped with dill

On My Plate: Cucumbers

Cucumbers were brought to Haiti by Columbus in 1494, and were later embraced by Native Americans
James Rubenstein May 31, 2025
Media Matters: Comfort TV in crazy times

Media Matters: Comfort TV in crazy times

The news is increasingly anxiety-inducing. Richard Campbell says he and his wife unwind with detective shows and other comfort TV each night.
Richard Campbell May 27, 2025
A wooden basket holds lettuce heads with dark edges and loose open leaves at the Oxford Farmers Market

On My Plate: Lettuce

Local lettuce heads at the Oxford Farmers Market are more nutritious and last longer than supermarket lettuce
James Rubenstein May 24, 2025
From the Editor: Personal and publication changes incoming

From the Editor: Personal and publication changes incoming

Founding Editor Sean Scott shares a personal update and details about the next steps for the Oxford Free Press.
Sean Scott May 23, 2025
Reflections: Travel

Reflections: Travel

Travel has been an important part of Allan Winkler's life for decades.
Allan Winkler May 20, 2025
Silvoor Stories: Reflections for a time of transition

Silvoor Stories: Reflections for a time of transition

Times of transition can cause a lot of stress in our lives. For Amanda Bentley Brymer, a simple observation on the natural beauty around her was enough to change her mindset last week.
Amanda Bentley Brymer May 18, 2025
A straberry and rhubarb tart on a China plate

On My Plate: Rhubarb

Rhubarb looks like and is categorized botanically as a vegetable, but its flavor blends well with fruits in baked goods like pies.
James Rubenstein May 17, 2025

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