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This weekend marks the official start of summer—and it happens to land right alongside Father’s Day weekend. That combination calls for simple food, fresh early-summer ingredients, and recipes that feel special without being too complicated or heating up the house too much. Make something the father figure in your life is bound to enjoy! Of

Fresh at Farmers Markets This Week

As May turns the corner to June and we finally get some rain to break the drought–a little too much, though–produce abundance is ramping up. Some of the first basil has been spotted along with short-season cherries and garlic scapes. Not too much longer we’ll have summer squash and zucchini growing out our ears! Plus,

Fresh at Farmers Markets This Week

With the arrival of the new season, we welcome the return of farmers markets and the dozens of vendors that come with them! With more than 100 farmers markets across the Appalachian Grown region, more markets will reopen throughout the spring over the coming weeks. Many of these markets offer SNAP incentives and other promotional

Fresh at Farmers Markets This Week

This week’s heat wave has us reaching for anything cold and refreshing. When the weather is this hot, find some relief in cold drinks and treats that also replenish those crucial electrolytes. Markets are full of produce, especially summer fruits, to help counter these sweaty days. Make your own cold-brew iced tea, homemade popsicles, and

Fresh at Farmers Markets This Week

With warmer weather and longer days, it’s time for more outdoor activities—and let’s be honest, we could all use a little more play and whimsy in our lives! Grab some blankets, pillows, tea cups, embellished napkins, and an array of decor to charm your loved ones with a tea party or picnic inspired by the

Fresh at Farmers Markets This Week

With the arrival of the new season we welcome the return of farmers markets and the dozens of vendors that come with them! With more than 100 farmers markets across the Appalachian Grown region, more markets will reopen throughout the spring. Many of these markets offer SNAP incentives and other promotional programs. Search for markets

Fresh at Farmers Markets This Week

Farmers tailgate markets are getting ready for a new season with a few shifts in operating hours coming up over the next few weeks. As many farmers make their long-awaited return after a likely hard winter of recovery, this growing season is the time to support the small farms in our region. Below is a

Fresh at Farmers Markets This Week

With abundant tables of produce at tailgate markets, pair those summer meals with fresh herbs and take a dish to the next level. Not only do herbs bring bursts of flavor, but depth and aroma to brighten your senses. Of course, dry herbs can work too if you’re in a pinch, but with a plethora

Fresh at Farmers Markets This Week

As the first days of summer have arrived and the heat wave continues, keep your freezer stocked with fresh fruit popsicles! Whether you’re having trouble getting your kids to eat more fruit, or simply just want a healthy and delicious way to cool down these long and hot summer days, popsicles are the perfect way

Fresh at Farmers Markets This Week

bread from Hominy Farm

Stale bread—it happens to the best of us. We buy loaf or two from our favorite farmers tailgate market bread vendors with visions of endless tomato sandwiches, but then life happens and the loaf goes stale before we’ve had a chance to finish it. Enter panzanella, a fantastic vehicle for reviving stale bread—that also happens to celebrate summer produce available at markets now. 

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