The local food movement continues to grow in Greater Des Moines and restaurants are using fresh and local ingredients to create an even richer food scene.

July is the month to raise the BFBL flag and support the Food Bank of Iowa, declare your Food Independence, and let a BFBL restaurant cook up some great local food for you and your family.

Sweet corn is coming along with summer berries. The heat finishes up broccoli, peas, and greens.