By Corinne Hansch Strawberry season in Upstate New York is fleeting – three to four weeks max. Blink, and you might miss it! There’s truly nothing better than a fresh, locally grown strawberry. They have a swoon-worthy perfume, and biting into a just-picked, ripe strawberry is a juicy experience. As
By Julia Howard Grilling season has arrived, and Saratoga Farmers’ Market vendors have you covered for fresh, flavorful meals. From steaks and sausages to pasture-raised chicken, lamb, mushrooms, and vegetables, local producers share their favorite ways to fire up the grill. May-K-Mark offers beef, pork, and veal products, and Ariel
Fresh, flavorful, and easy to customize, these Market Fresh Tacos are the perfect weeknight meal. Loaded with local vegetables, herbs, and simple ingredients from the farmers’ market, this quick family-friendly recipe comes together in about 15-30 minutes and is a great way to enjoy the season’s freshest flavors. Swap chicken
How to Use SNAP, EBT & FreshConnect at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market By Andrea Grom In these challenging times, many of our friends and neighbors in Saratoga County aren’t able to put enough food on their tables. About 12% of the population (24,000 residents), including 15% of children, experiences food
By Barb Biagioli In May, the farms surrounding Saratoga awaken into their busy season. Fields that sat quiet through winter begin filling with rows of greens. Frost still clings to the morning fields, but the green returns anyway — first in rows of spinach and arugula, then in the muddy
By Rose and Dan Fera The sun is out, the soil has warmed, and it’s time to head out to look for plants for your summer garden. Here are a few tips about what to look for when choosing some common vegetable transplants. When selecting your garden plants, we recommend
By Andrea Grom Are you struggling to find the perfect gift for the special woman in your life this Mother’s Day? How about creating a customized gift basket for her from the Saratoga Farmers’ Market? Our vendors have unique, high-quality products that are sure to please. Here are some ideas:
It’s always fun to try something new at the market and I had the recent pleasure to taste the crab cakes from Coleman’s Catch. This is an easy recipe for a busy time of the year. Enjoy! Recipe by Andrea GromTotal time: 10 minMakes 2-4 Servings Ingredients *Ingredients available at
By Andrea Grom We’re excited to welcome you back to High Rock Park in downtown Saratoga Springs for the Saratoga Farmers’ Market’s summer season. On Saturday, May 2nd, you’ll find over 70 vendors with the finest agricultural and artisanal products from our region. On Wednesday, May 6th, we’ll launch our
By Barb Biagioli In the spirit of spring, let’s try something that looks a little brighter – a salad! With dandelion and parsley, this salad is naturally cleansing, helping the liver to detox for spring. Prep Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 30 minutesServings: 4 Ingredients *Ingredients currently available at the farmers’