Recipe by Dan & Rose Fera of Leaning Birch Farm Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 25 minutesServings: 4–6 Ingredients *Ingredients available at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market Instructions
By Rose & Dan Fera of Leaning Birch Farm In an era dominated by sprawling supermarkets and highly processed foods, it is easy to forget all about the hands that actually grow our meals. The standard grocery store intentionally separates the consumer from the origin of the product, obscuring agricultural
By Corinne Hansch of Lovin’ Mama Farm Local Flowers Learning how to care for your farmers’ market flowers begins as soon as you leave the market. After choosing your favorite bouquet at the market, gently place it in your bag or carry it home. As soon as you arrive, put
By Corinne Hansch Saratoga Farmers Market is bursting with high summer flowers from local growers. This Saturday, July 25, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. at High Rock Park, join us for Market in Bloom, a day to honor our flower farmers and showcase the vibrant blooms of late July. Peak-of-season flowers and
Beat the heat with this flavorful farm-fresh gazpacho from Phyllis Underwood at Shushan Valley Hydro Farm. Serves: 6–8Prep Time: 25 minutesChill Time: 2 hours (recommended) Ingredients * In-season and available at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market Instructions Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and chill thoroughly before serving.
By Andrea Grom Summer at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market is a feast for the senses. Tables are piled high with squashes and zucchinis, crisp cucumbers, and colorful tomatoes to name just a few delights. It is a time of agricultural abundance, but for home cooks, it can also beg the
Peach Burrata Salad is a fresh, vibrant summer salad featuring peaches, heirloom tomatoes, burrata, arugula, and basil, finished with hot honey, aged balsamic, and olive oil. Adapted from the recipe by Paula Croteau of Boisseaux Cooking School Serves 6 to 8 Ingredients *Ingredients available at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market Instructions
By Jessica Sforza Heirloom tomatoes have become one of my favorite summertime snacks, and this is coming from someone who wanted absolutely nothing to do with them a year ago. I was one of those people who loved tomato sauce and ketchup, but did not care for the actual fruit
A simple, customizable fruit crisp featuring seasonal berries and a buttery oat topping—perfect for summer gatherings. Adapted from the recipe by Alexis deBoschnek via Side Dish. Serves 6 to 8Prep time: 20 minBake time: 40 minTotal time: 1 hr Ingredients *Ingredients available from the Saratoga Farmers’ Market Filling Topping Instructions
By Jessica Sforza I don’t know about you, but the Fourth of July has always been one of my favorite holidays — and not for the reason you might think. In my experience, it has been a very food-focused event, and that is what the foodie in me loves about