Roosevelt Island resident and
iDig2Learn Founder
Christina Delfico reports:

BELLIES, BINS, AND BEAUTY
is BACK! (Free)

Join iDig2Learns Bellies, Bins and Beauty food series for delicious
Saturday afternoon meals featuring expert guidance from local Roosevelt
Island resident and
chef Beatrice Ajaero, the owner of
Nneji eatery in Astoria.

Come inside and warm up with the company of neighbors new and old as we
learn more about food as fuel to keep us healthy and strong.

Space is limited to 45. RSVP the event keyword(s) to save your spot(s) and
mention how many you wish to attend. The Roosevelt Island location will be
confirmed once reservation is confirmed. Thanks to your generous donations
and grants from NYState Assembly Member Rebecca Seawright, NYCommunity
Trust (NYCT)/Roosevelt Island Operating Corp (RIOC) and
Citizens Committee for NYC
for making these events possible.

FREE / Space is limited / RSVP A MUST

SAT. MARCH 2nd / 1-3PM

Email the keyword FONIO and how many to
idig2learn@gmail.com

SAT. MARCH 9th / 1-3PM

Email the keyword RED STEW and how many to
idig2learn@gmail.com

SAT. MARCH 16th / 1-3PM

Email the keyword TAGINE and how many to
idig2learn@gmail.com

Ms Delfico and iDig2Learn were recently featured in a Citizens Committee for
NYC Partner Spotlight. According to the
Citizens Committee for NYC:

Amid the towering skyscrapers of NYC lies an oasis of green activism:
iDig2Learn. This grassroots organization, spearheaded by the dedicated
leadership of Christina Delfico, is more than just a nature education
program; it’s a vibrant community hub fostering connection, environmental
awareness, and sustainable practices.

Founded in 2012, iDig2Learn has blossomed into a force for good,
transforming Roosevelt Island and beyond. Their impact is multifaceted:

  • Connecting with Nature: They bridge the gap between urban residents and
    the natural world, offering hands-on experiences like community gardens,
    tree walks, and food waste reduction workshops.
  • Building Community: By fostering shared experiences and collaborative
    projects, iDig2Learn fosters a strong sense of community, bringing
    neighbors together to care for their environment.
  • Promoting Sustainability: Their “smart waste reduction” initiatives
    educate residents on composting, recycling, and responsible consumption,
    empowering them to make eco-conscious choices….

Click here for the full Partner Spotlight article.

Also, Beatrice Ajaero and her Nneji restaurant

were profiled in a
January 16, 2024 Grub Street article:

… Many in the restaurant industry have stepped in to help feed these
people, some continuing or building on work and networks developed during
the pandemic. One of these restaurateurs is Beatrice Ajaero, who runs the
West African takeout shop Nneji in Astoria. We spoke with her about her work
feeding asylum seekers and other migrants, how she thinks about food access,
and making meals that can speak to multiple cultures…

Here’s more on the Bellies, Bins & Beauty initiative from
iDig2Learn

and from a 2021 interview with Green Roosevelt Island Neighbors (GRIN) Anthony
Longo

and Ms Delfico.

Remember to RSVP to attend one or more of the iDig2Learn Belles, Bins &
Beauty food events.

Roosevelt Islander