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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
The Best Cooking Advice Comes from Farmers
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,
Seasonal Spotlight: Heirloom Tomatoes
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
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
Growing Young Gardeners at the Farmers’ Market
By Barb Biagioli In a world of packaged and processed foods, the farmers’ market offers children something increasingly rare: a direct connection to real food.
By Andrea Grom I’m planning on making Father’s Day particularly special because my dad is going through some significant medical issues this year. It’s a
Make the Most of Strawberry Season
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
Fresh, Local, and Ready for the Grill
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
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
Fresh Food for All: How the Saratoga Farmers’ Market Helps Neighbors in Need
How to Use SNAP, EBT & FreshConnect at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market By Andrea Grom In these challenging times, many of our friends and neighbors
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
From Pot to Plot: A Guide to Healthy Garden Transplants
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
Baskets of Love for Mother’s Day
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
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
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
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
By Barb Biagioli After a long upstate New York winter, spring has finally arrived! The air is warmer, the soil is waking up, and the
Every Day is Earth Day at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market
By Andrea Grom On Wednesday, April 22nd, we celebrate Earth Day. Our beautiful world is a fragile one and it very much needs our help.
Gather and Grow at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market
By Julia Howard Whether it’s growing vegetables or nurturing native perennials for pollinators, gardenerstend to share one thing in common: a deep joy in the
Saratoga Farmers’ Market Offers Holiday Favorites for Passover and Easter
By Julia Howard This Saturday, the Saratoga Farmers’ Market is your one-stop destination for celebratingPassover and Easter with fresh, local food, holiday meal ingredients, and
When bellies are rumbling and time is of the essence, consider a hearty frittata. It’s easy toimprovise once you get a hang of the technique.