Start your shopping list and get meal inspiration each week with ASAP’s roundup of what’s fresh at farmers markets. Although this report focuses on vendors at Buncombe County markets, many products mentioned can be found at markets throughout the region. Want to get this report in your inbox each week? Subscribe to ASAP’s Weekly Farmers Market Report newsletter. Looking for a yearlong view? Check out ASAP’s produce seasonality chart.
Despite the beginning of spring, we still experienced some chilly (even below freezing) temps this week! Thankfully a warmer climate seems to be on the way, but with the fluctuating temperatures and the arrival of allergy season, our immune systems may take a hit over the next few weeks! Take a little extra care of … Read more
Despite some colder temperatures this week, spring officially begins next week! We’ve been seeing little signs of the changing seasons, from blooming trees to the return of seasonal allergies, but there’s still a few more weeks until farmers tailgate markets open up for their regular season and we see the return of new spring produce! … Read more
After a taste of warmer weather, you may feel somewhat discouraged about the chillier temperatures coming up this week. Embrace the end of the season by using some farm-fresh winter produce this week like radicchio, carrots, ginger, kohlrabi, and more! This carrot ginger soup is an easy, vegan recipe that will help you use that … Read more
Not familiar with Romanesco? No worries! Known for its vibrant green hue and unique, naturally occuring spiral pattern, this vegetable has a slightly sweet, nutty flavor that is reminiscent of broccoli and cauliflower. Romanesco can be enjoyed roasted, or sautéed, and can be the perfect way to switch up any of your meals this week. … Read more
While some may consider fennel an acquired taste, the unique flavor and versatile nature of the vegetable gives it a variety of different uses when cooking! Fennel naturally has a licorice-like flavor and crunchy texture similar to celery when enjoyed raw, but when cooked, fennel becomes softer and loses its anise flavor. You can find … Read more
Mushrooms are a year-round staple at most farmers markets. If you find yourself growing tired of winter greens and root crops this time of year, trying a new mushroom variety might be the perfect way to switch up your local shopping! Vendors like The Forest Farmacy and Stump Farms at Asheville City Market and Black … Read more
While locally grown cut flowers for a Valentine’s Day gift may be hard to come by at farmers tailgate markets this time of year, there are plenty of other ways to incorporate local produce into this special holiday! Markets have plenty of colorful produce to coordinate an at-home Valentine’s Day meal, including sweet potatoes, radishes, … Read more
Whether you’re hosting a Super Bowl get together, or are just looking for new ways to entertain guests this time of year, winter farmers markets have plenty of amazing local meat options to switch up your regular party offerings. With less produce variety this time of year, now is the time to see what meat … Read more
With a month of the winter season already behind us, farmers tailgate markets have an abundance of leafy greens! Look for all your favorite winter greens (and maybe some you haven’t tried) at markets this week, including spinach, kale, mustard greens, rainbow chard, collard greens, cabbage, and more! Now is a great opportunity to experiment … Read more
Despite some snow last weekend and colder temperatures, produce vendors still have plenty to offer at farmers markets! Look out for a variety of root crops at markets this week, including carrots, sweet potatoes, radishes, and beets. Try incorporating more local root vegetables into your meals this week with these easy recipes! This carrot and … Read more