I Love Farmers Markets
Farmers' markets are an amazing resource. Fresh produce, meats, dairy, often raised without pesticides or even organic, and definitely more energy efficient than buying food that has been shipped across the country or across the ocean. A... [more]
Farmers' markets are an amazing resource. Fresh produce, meats, dairy, often raised without pesticides or even organic, and definitely more energy efficient than buying food that has been shipped across the country or across the ocean. A lot of the time, you can speak with the people who actually grow your food to learn about the many varieties only available through these markets. Since the items are seasonal, it is a constantly changing pallette of colors, tastes and scents, and an unending inspiration for fresh home-cooked cuisine.
The harvest holiday is upon us. While Thanksgiving makes for a great opportunity to enjoy good food and good wine(s) with friends and family, it also marks the end, at least in the mid-Atlantic and northeastern states, of growing season. Sadly, that means that today was the last day for my local farmers market. On this Wednesday before Thanksgiving, the Oakmont Farmers Market celebrated the finale of a successful first year. I made sure to take advantage of one last opportunity to pick up...
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I love my local farmers market. It's so cool to have access to incredibly fresh, locally produced, often organic or pesticide-free produce. My market also features dairy farms, meat producers, a mushroom farm, bakers and more. There is nothing like an abundance of fresh produce in getting my creative cooking juices flowing. This past weekend, I stopped by my local farmers market and was inspired by the huge variety of fruits and vegetables – it is the peak of the season here in the DC area...
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With the vernal equinox looming large, I think a seasonal market update is in order. Greens, both lettuces and crucifers, are back. Fall squash, even pumpkins, are ready. And root vegetables – potatoes, sweet potatoes and red beets – are becoming staples. Now certainly reaching the end of their long run this year, I was surprised to find a fairly broad selection of tomatoes still at this week’s market. Perhaps I shouldn’t have been surprised though, after the intensity of flavor in the...
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Ah, Spring. Among other things of beauty, it brings the return of fresh local produce along with the farmers who grow it. To my undying happiness, after a long winter of relying on the local supermarkets for produce, my local neigborhood source has returned. The Oakmont Farmers Market celebrated opening day on Wednesday, May 21. Crunched for time -- I was teaching a class on Loire Valley wines a few hours after the market's opening bell rang -- I was only able to make a quick run of it...
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This one’s for my fellow citizens of the Keystone State. The Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture (PASA) has put together a brief survey intended to help them collect ideas as to how to build closer ties between food consumers and their local farming communities. If you currently shop at a local farmers market or if you don’t but would like to, please take a few moments to complete their survey. It should be time well spent and will hopefully serve to help strengthen the...
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MIDTOWN FARMERS MARKET: Sample fresh Indian dishes and learn cooking tips from Raghavan Iyer, author of "660 Curries: The Gateway to Indian Cooking." 11 a.m. Sat.
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Jayne Simmons is one of the happiest vendors at the local farmers markets. Every time I see her, she's got the biggest smile on her face.
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The state will no longer pay to advertise the fact that Iowans can use food stamps at farmers markets, officials said today.
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The local farmers markets are back in full swing. At some markets, chefs such as Chris give cooking demonstrations to show shoppers how to use the day's bounty.
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As some consumers complain that farmers’ markets do not source locally enough, alternative independent retail outlets such as the markets and farm shops are giving the UK wholesale trade an unexpected boost especially as consumers feel the credit crunch.
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With the growing concern about produce quality in the back of the consumer's mind, farmers markets, like the one held on the Paxton Town Common every Friday, are not only a reliable source for high quality fresh produce, but also a haven for local character.
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Anyone that's ever been to a farmers' market knows perfectly well that fresh produce isn't cheap! People who shop at the nearly thirty fresh food bazaars spread across San Diego County think more with their stomachs than with their wallets. This is the reason why most farmers' markets are located...
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Means fresh, healthy eating... By Anita overcash.JULY 5 -- Matthews Community Farmers' Market. Offers organic fruits and vegetables, pastured pork, eggs from free-range chickens, goat cheese and other dairy products, baked goods, flowers, soaps, pottery, baskets, other handmade crafts and more...
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At a farmers' market, you can find cabbage, tomatoes and contentment. If you haven't been to a farmers market, get to one this year.
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Richland Farmers Market Sees Big Crowds... more>>
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