Beets might not be a favorite for everyone, but they sure taste like something ancient rising from the earth. The first beets were actually sea beets growing along the coastal regions of the Mediterranean. Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans first cultivated the sea beet for its leafy greens–think something like Swiss chard. Nowadays, table beets come
This week is your last chance to find a local jack-o-lantern or other decorative–and edible–squash for Halloween next week! Farmers tailgate markets have plenty of pumpkins, as well as other festive winter squash varieties like kabocha, butternut, long island cheese, acorn and jester squash to adorn your home with spooky decor for the holiday. You
Persimmons are a lovely fall treat, great for making baked goods, fruit leather, pudding, jam, and other sweets—or just slicing and enjoying raw. But you can also use this autumnal fruit in more savory dishes. The fuyu variety of persimmon, which tastes similar to an apricot or date with notes of cinnamon, is great in
Father’s Day is right around the corner, and what better way to celebrate the father figure in your life than by cooking up some seasonal produce and fresh meats from local farmers markets! Since Sunday is Father’s Day, we’re going to lean into the stereotype and devote this column to grilling. Grillable veggies like summer
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
Mike Bean is a local chef with Finest Deli (though temporarily on hold) serving up fresh eats at farmers markets in Buncombe County. He serves on On Track WNC‘s Board of Directors and quickly shifted his cooking skills to support meal operations with World Central Kitchen to keep the people of Western North Carolina fed
If you’re planning on sourcing locally for any holiday meals or end-of-year celebrations, make sure to visit your local farmers tailgate market this week, as they’ll be taking a break starting Dec. 23 through Jan. 2. While this week is the last for the West Asheville Tailgate Market, four markets will be opening back up
With the Autumn equinox just a week away, we’ll start to see less of some of our favorite summer produce, and make way for a new fall harvest! While tomatoes, peppers, okra and melons are on their way out of markets, there’s plenty of delicious recipes to preserve these cherished seasonal fruits and veggies. Tomatoes
Farmers markets are overflowing with bean varieties! This week, look out for green beans, wax beans, long beans, edamame and more! This pickling recipe is perfect for crunchy veggies like green beans, and is a great way to reap the benefits of this summer vegetable after the season is gone! Pack one pound of trimmed
Father’s Day is Sunday, and what’s a better way to celebrate than by cooking up some fresh, seasonal produce from local farmers markets! We’re finally seeing an abundance of zucchini squash as spring comes to an end. Whether you prefer to grill, roast, or sauté your zucchini, there’s no wrong way to enjoy this delicious