Pro-tips For Your Next Farmers' Market Visit
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Take your Farmers' Market experience to the next level with these pro-tips from our chefs.
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Build Relationships with Vendors: Establishing a rapport with your favorite vendors can lead to insider tips on the best produce, upcoming specials, and even occasional discounts. Regular customers often get the best of what's available.
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Understand Seasonality: Learn what’s in season and when. This will help you plan your meals around the freshest and most abundant produce, ensuring you get the best flavor and value.
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Bulk Buy and Preserve: If you find a great deal on seasonal produce, consider buying in bulk and preserving it. Canning, freezing, and pickling are excellent ways to enjoy market-fresh flavors year-round. We love to do this with tomatoes!
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Organic is More Than Meets the Eye: Sometimes, smaller farms may use organic practices without being certified, so don’t hesitate to ask vendors about their growing methods.
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Bring a Cooler: Your Farm to Fit Cooler Bag is perfect for Farmer's Market runs... just don't forget to leave it out for us!
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Visit the Market Multiple Times a Week: Different vendors may come on different days, and the availability of produce can change. Visiting more than once a week ensures you won't miss out on the freshest and most diverse selection.
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Get Creative with Imperfect Produce: Don’t overlook the "ugly" fruits and vegetables. They are often sold at a discount and are just as nutritious and delicious. Use them in soups, stews, and smoothies where appearance doesn’t matter.
- Or... you can always let us do it for you! Click below to order your next week's meals - to give yourself a cooking break or look for some inspiration!