Hope Blooms: Building Communities with Kitchens, Solar, and Sauces
Guest Podcast with Verónica Gutiérrez
In this episode of the Food Web Podcast, hosts Justin and Keegan welcome Verónica Gutiérrez from Hope Blooms in Halifax. They discuss the inception and growth of Hope Blooms, an organization aiming to empower the local community through social entrepreneurship, food security, and education. Verónica shares her personal background, the journey of Hope Blooms from a small community garden to a significant pillar in Halifax, and the various programs they operate, including the innovative use of cryptocurrency for their farmers' market. The conversation also touches on broader themes of community resilience, the importance of dreaming big, and building supportive networks for solo entrepreneurs. The episode is a testament to the power of collective effort and community spirit.