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Tips - Finding Fresh Food

You can find fresh, healthy foods almost any place that sells food. If you don’t see any fruits or vegetables in your local store, be sure to tell the owner that you would buy them if they were there!

The grocery store is only one place where you will find the freshest foods like fruits, vegetables, meats, fish, dairy, and more. There are programs in place throughout the city that are bringing healthy foods to all neighborhoods. Click on the links below to find locations where you can purchase fruits and vegetables in your neighborhood.  

Farmers Markets
You can use EBT, WIC coupons, and Health Bucks at markets!

NYC Green Carts Program
Around the city, street vendors are selling fruits and vegetables. Stop by and buy some fruits or veggies when you see a vendor!

Community Supported Agriculture
CSA programs allow city residents to have direct access to high quality, fresh produce grown locally by regional farmers. Find out more from Just Food.

Food Cooperatives
Do you want fresh, locally grown food, but don't want to give up the convenience of a regular grocery store? There's no need to wait for your closest mega-chain supermarket to carry the good stuff.

Healthy Bodegas Initiative
The Department of Health coordinates a program to help our bodegas serve the community healthier options. Ask your bodega owner if they are participating!

NYC FRESH Initiative
The NYC city planners and government are committing to building new grocery stores in areas that need them the most.