News and Updates - Urban Recipe

Urban Recipe Food Co-ops have structure for success

Though Urban Recipe has been running food co-ops in Atlanta for over 30 years, the concept of a food cooperative can be hard to grasp. Some parts of a co-op are straightforward: each co-op meets at a recurring location, at the same time bi-weekly, a total of 26 times annually. The food comes from Urban…

Consistency is Key, Especially in the Food Scene

Consistency is key. The first thing people usually learn about Urban Recipe food co-ops is that they meet every two weeks, no matter the season. In a world where so much is unpredictable, our members know they can count on us. Consistency in food security is more than just having food on the table. It…

Summer’s Hidden Strain: Feeding Georgia’s Children When School Is Out

Georgia’s humid mornings and sudden summer storms signal more than just a change in weather. They also mark a season of rising pressure for families. With schools closed, many caregivers face higher childcare costs, increased food expenses, and the emotional weight of keeping kids safe and nourished. In the Urban Recipe community, we see this…

Pallet Prep: Getting Food from the Warehouse to the Pantry

Every other Tuesday morning at 970 Jefferson St., the Urban Recipe staff is busy pulling together the last touches to prepare for volunteers to come assist with Pallet Prep. Pallet Prep is our volunteer opportunity that directly supports co-ops. Since we started in 1991, Urban Recipe staff have played an important role in sourcing and…