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Neighbors find no-barrier food access at the Community FREEdge—and you can help.
Results from a recent survey lend insights into how the FREEdge is supporting our community.
Food insecurity is on the rise here in New Hampshire. Previous data showed 1 in 7 kids going without sufficient food; now that number is more like 1 in 6 according to the latest Feeding America Map the Meal Gap report. As families go back to school and the cold months approach, offering support to help families put food on the table is vital.
To address this reality, this Hunger Action Month we’re asking you to donate items purchased at Sweet Beet Market or online to stock the Community FREEdge in the coming months. Here’s why that really matters.
New Seasonal Menu at The Beet!
A change of season means a change of menu here at Sweet Beet Cafe.
Eating with our seasons means we get to support our local farmers all year long, and shifting into winter means creative new menu items with the new produce we have most abundant access to!
There are some cozy new menu items, like the Winter Warmer Grain Bowl and the Mushroom Grilled Cheese, which you are likely going to want to add BRISKET to.
Other incredible brisket options include The Mexi Dip and Brisket Breakfast sandwich.
Let's just say the kitchen crew has not been slacking!!
Sweet Beet 2025 Wrapped
What a year 2025 was! Take a look at our year in review with Sweet Beet’s 2025 Wrapped!
THANK YOU for being a part of this community with us. Thank you for shopping local, supporting hundreds of local and regional farmers and food producers.
Because of everyone, like you, who shopped local in 2025, we are collectively having an IMPACT and supporting our neighbors.
These numbers matter!!!! They are fun to look back on, but they are also super important indicators of how supportive we are of our local food economy, and even the health of our planet.
Eat and Share Good Local Food This Thanksgiving
Keep your dollars here in our local economy, and nourish not only your family this holiday season but our shared community as well!
Did you know that when you pre-order your Thanksgiving turkey, ham, sides or full meals, there is also an option where you can donate to a neighbor who may be in need this year?
Sweet Beet Cafe temporarily closed for post-fire reconstruction
As many have heard, there was a fire at 11 West Main st, home of Sweet Beet, on Tuesday, February 18th.
Fortunately, no one was hurt and the fire was contained. We extend our gratitude to Sweet Beet staff members Cassie and Micayla for noticing the fire and taking quick action, the first responders, and Bradford, Henniker, Warner, and New London fire departments for their efficient work in stopping the spread of the fire.
Sweet Beet Café will unfortunately be closed as we undergo significant repairs, but some goodies will still be available thanks to beautiful community support!
Read more for details…
A Decade of Impact and an Exciting New Loyalty Program!
As the sun shines and the January freeze bites at our noses, we’re celebrating ten amazing years at the Kearsarge Food Hub!
From our humble beginnings at Sweet Beet Farm Stand, our journey has been fueled by the unwavering support of our loving community, passionate supporters, and dedicated team.
Sweet Beet Café Survey Results & Next Steps
As promised, since Sweet Beet Café temporarily closed, we’ve been hard at work figuring out how to reopen with a model that serves the needs of our community, is sustainable for our team, and works on a responsible financial model that our patrons and supporters can feel good about.
Staff Spotlight! Cameron Huftalen, Sweet Beet Market Lead
Cameron Huftalen is market team lead in Sweet Beet Market. They've taken tremendous initiative and leadership in shaping the heart and direction of the market since June of 2020.
Community Care through Food Security and Access!
This past summer the Kearsarge Food Hub put out some feelers in the community for a donation of a refrigerator. We wanted to experiment with having a community fridge on the porch here at the Sweet Beet, to stock with fresh local foods for neighbors to access any time.