SweetGrass Trading gift box featured in domestic violence awareness raffle

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The 1st Annual Domestic Violence Awareness Friendraiser, hosted by the Nebraska Tribes Addressing Violence Coalition (NETAV), took place on October 12 at Yates Illuminates in Omaha. This event aimed to raise awareness for domestic violence and promote the work of NETAV, a statewide tribal domestic violence and sexual assault coalition dedicated to serving Native American […]

Interview with an Indigenous Chef: Destiny Moser

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Name:  Destiny Moser Location:  Kitchener, Ontario Education/background: Honours – Specialist Chef, Liaison College Business name (if applicable): FoodZen Tribal affiliation: Ojibwe part of the Rainy River First Nations What led to your passion for indigenous foods? Here’s a bit of background: my mom was part of the Sixties Scoop, taken from her community at 4 […]

Three ways to incorporate dandelions into your home and kitchen

Wild dandelions, often seen as pesky weeds, are a versatile and nutritious ingredient that can be used in dozens of ways. Packed with vitamins and minerals, every part of the dandelion, from root to flower, offers unique flavors and health benefits. Below we’ve highlighted three innovative ways to incorporate these resilient plants into your home […]

Empowering Indigenous Voices: Kahara Hodges’ Inspirational Performance at the NCAA Championship

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by Rachel Walters at Tribal Tea Co. As the curtains draw to a close on another electrifying season of March Madness, the spotlight shines on a momentous occasion that transcended the bounds of sports. Amidst the thrill of the NCAA men’s basketball national championship showdown between Purdue and UConn at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, […]

Five must-see Native American documentaries

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The month of November holds great cultural significance in the United States. It’s the time when we come together to celebrate Native American Heritage Month, a month dedicated to honoring the rich, diverse cultures, histories, and contributions of Native American people. One impactful way to engage with and learn about Native American culture is through […]

SweetGrass announces 2023 scholarship recipient

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SweetGrass Trading Company is excited to announce Major Elliott as the 2023 Ho-Chunk Trading Group scholarship recipient. Elliott is a member of the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head (Aquinnah) and resides in Washington, DC. He is a 2021 graduate of Franklin High School in Somerset, NJ. Elliott is a junior biology major with a minor […]