As the start of the school year approaches and it begins to feel more and more like late summer, preserving the flavors of peak summer is prime for the picking — or the pickling! There are many ways to preserve the bounty of produce from Buncombe County farmers tailgate markets including pickling, fermenting, freezing, canning, … Read more
A colorful mix of new potatoes are overflowing at Buncombe County farmers markets. Harvested earlier in the season before they develop their thick and protective exterior, new potatoes are extra sweet and creamy, cook faster, and have thin and tender skins making them the perfect star for many summer dishes—including a breakfast hash, herby mashed … Read more
Tomatoes are beginning their first appearances at Buncombe County farmers markets. Tomatoes come in almost endless varieties and are champions of versatility! With so many options to choose from and plenty of ways to utilize them in your cooking, tomatoes will be on your shopping list at farmers markets for the rest of summer through … Read more
With a heat wave gripping most of the Eastern United States this week, it’s too hot to cook! Luckily, we’re entering the season of chilled soups and gazpacho. These dishes are essentially vegetable smoothies to eat from a bowl—or even drink from a glass if you prefer! They require no heat to prepare, but pack … Read more
After weekend market closures, freezing temperatures and even some snow last week, we’re all itching to get back to our regularly scheduled farmers markets for some fresh, local produce! One veggie (or fungi, rather) you’ll be able to find year-round, no matter the temperature, are mushrooms! Local mushroom growers and cultivators are plentiful at winter … Read more
NOTE: Asheville City Market and North Asheville Tailgate Market are canceled for Saturday, Jan. 20, due to unsafe temperatures. Both markets will return Jan. 27. Despite the below freezing temperatures, midweek farmers markets will still be open with plenty of delicious fresh produce and artisan products! Visit River Arts District Farmers Market or Weaverville Tailgate … Read more
Just because we’ve officially entered winter, doesn’t mean that local farmers markets have less produce! This time of year, hardy winter produce like root crops finally get their time to shine, and rightfully so! Root veggies like sweet potatoes, beets, turnips, radishes, rutabagas, and carrots (and many more!) are versatile, flavorful, nutrient dense, and will … 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