Beyond the Food Mirage: The New York City Healthy Food Landscape
Beyond the Food Mirage: The New York City Healthy Food Landscape The retail geography of New York City is defined by extreme spatial and economic…
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The Food Illusion: Deserts, Swamps & Mirages
The four pillars of food security defined by the UN framework focus on the dimensions of food availability, access, utility and stability. Food availability and…
Update: March 1, 2026 Changes to SNAP Work Requirements
The July, 2026 passing of the One Big Beautiful Bill, officially known as H.R. 1, introduced new eligibility and funding requirements for states and individual…
Ancient Wiring & Modern Food Science
In January of this year, the USDA updated their dietary guidelines for Americans. Despite the political and scientific controversy surrounding many of the new recommendations,…
Sustainability: Shifting Paradigms in Theory & Practice
The current paradigms in sustainability are shifting away from voluntary corporate reporting and greenwashing to regulatory frameworks and tangible impacts on profit and loss. This…
NYC Pantries: Are You Able to Accept Prepared Meal Donations from High-end Corporate Events?
Foodstream Network is coordinating surplus prepared meals from high-end corporate events across New York City. These meals are high-quality, professionally catered, and often available with…
Community Partner Spotlight: Danny Ip
Foodstream recently talked with New York City based community advocate Danny lp. Danny talked to us about his passion for service from a young age…
Taking a Bite Out of NYC Food Prices: Causes and Proposed Solutions
The cost of living in New York City is high. This fact comes as no surprise to anyone that lives there or to anyone that…
Tech in the Grocery Aisle: How Technology is Shaping Food Prices
With the rise of AI and automation, technology has become a tool for sophisticated pricing strategies and operating efficiency for large food retailers. New technologies…
The Politics of Food Price
At the heart of the debate over what to do about the rising cost of food is a political divide. Because the food system incorporates…