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Seasonal Recipes

Shiitake, Corn & Tomato Sauté with Fresh Herbs

Sweet summer corn, juicy tomatoes, and savory shiitake mushrooms come together in this quick seasonal sauté. Fresh herbs added just before serving bring a bright finish. Adapted by the recipe from Igho’s Corner on YouTube Makes 4 servingsPrep time: 10 minutesCook time: 8 minutes Ingredients *Ingredients currently available at the

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Vegetable Pasta Primavera

Adapted from the classic Italian-American pasta primavera using seasonal farmers’ market vegetables.  Prep Time: 25 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 55 minutesServes: 4–6 Ingredients *Ingredients available at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market Instructions

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Vegetables Worth Discovering

By Jessica Sforza Have you ever walked by a stall at the farmers’ market and spotted a funky-looking vegetable you didn’t recognize or know how to use? I know I have—which is why I’m here to shed light on some lesser-known vegetables you may not find at the grocery store.

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Classic Italian Greens and Beans

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

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The Lost Art of Talking to the People Who Feed Us

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

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How to Take Care of Your Farmers’ Market Flowers

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

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Market in Bloom

​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

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Farm-Fresh Gazpacho

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.

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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, 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

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Market in Bloom: A Celebration of Local Flowers

Celebrate the beauty of summer at Market in Bloom, a joyful celebration of local flowers, botanicals, and the vibrant colors of the season at the Saratoga Farmers’ Market. Stroll through the market and discover an abundance of fresh-cut flowers, lavender products, handcrafted floral jewelry, and other botanical treasures from our

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