about.

but first… what is a zine?

an noncommercial/independent often homemade or online publication usually devoted to specialized and often unconventional subject matter
— mirriam-webster
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our vision.

ripe. is a zine all about the ways food and culture intersect –– influenced by love and loss, family, identity, and passion. so much of how we express our humanity is linked to our relationship with food; how we eat it, how we share it and why we make it. come explore with us!

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our mission.

at ripe. we strive to highlight the important stories about food and culture beyond those displayed in the mainstream. by supporting the stories of the underrepresented, we hope to create food writing that is engaging, inclusive and unique.

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