Visit a Farmer's Market this Summer! If you like taking kid-friendly outings, love the fresh air, and adore fresh and local foods, then the Farmer’s Market is a perfect destination this summer. There are many great reasons to visit a Farmer’s Market and here are just a few. 8 Great Reasons to Visit a Farmer's Market this Summer! Tasting wonderful flavors fresh from the farm Supporting family farmers who work hard day-after-day to grow nutritious fruits, vegetables, and more Protecting the environment by buying food that was grown nearby and was packaged & traveled less … [Read more...] about 8 Great Reasons to Visit a Farmer’s Market this Summer!
Try Something New for Good Nutrition & Tasty Eating!
My Big Surprise! So, I did it - I tried something new. The funny thing is that I didn't realize I would be tasting a brand-new veggie until I got home from my local farmer's market. The even funnier thing is that I tried it for breakfast - would you? My Big Opportunity! I have loved beets since I was a kid - seriously, I have. So, in the spring I often treat myself to locally grown beets. Yesterday, I lucked into a beautiful bunch of beets that you can see in my photo at the left. When I started rinsing them off in cold water in my kitchen sink, I realized that I was going to throw … [Read more...] about Try Something New for Good Nutrition & Tasty Eating!
Fresh + Local = A Smart, Cheap Eat!
Fresh Food Supports Your Community's Farmers & Stocks Your Healthy Pantry If you are looking for a fun way to spend 30-60 minutes and come away with some very tasty fare, try your local Farmer's Market. Summer is here and locally grown fruits and veggies don't get any better. They're tasty, cheap and smart choices for good health. What's in Season Now? In North Carolina, there are awesome varieties of fresh fruits and veggies coming into local Farmer's Markets this month. To name a few, we have broccoli, lots of greens, yellow squash, onions, basil, parsley, peaches and … [Read more...] about Fresh + Local = A Smart, Cheap Eat!