I make no secret about how much I love carrot tops. I specifically look for them at the farmers market, and they’re one of my favorite “secrets” to share when helping people save money at the market. Do you know what to do with carrot…
While summer is filled with tons of different types of fruits and vegetables, from tomatoes to watermelons, stone fruits stand out as a favorite. From cherries to peaches and nectarines, these sweet fruits are a total highlight of my summer months. Let’s talk about the…
As the summer continues on, we will start to see an abundance of squash at the farmers market. But before you run out and buy all the zucchini, let me tell you about all the best summer squashes at the farmers market. You might be…
It’s July, so it is officially heirloom tomato season! These beauties are the star of summer farmers markets, but there are so many different varieties that it’s a good idea to know the basics before diving in and buying all the tomatoes. Let me introduce…
Even though they seem so basic, there’s a lot to consider when picking out potatoes at the farmers market. Color, flavor, and texture can all influence what potato is right for the job. For example, potatoes perfect for mashes are generally not the perfect potato…
There are a ton of different types of fresh beans and peas at the farmers market, and it can get a little overwhelming to know how to use each of them. Let me be your guide to all the varieties and best ways to use…
The best line to ever come out of Food Network’s Chopped was when a contestant was asked, “we noticed you started by sautéing some onions?” The contestant responded, “Well, onions are the underwear of cooking. You have to have them.” That line has stuck in…
Cabbage might be a humble ingredient, but it is incredibly versatile and used in all sorts of different traditional cuisines. But it is important to know that not all cabbage is created equal! There are hundreds of different types of cabbage, and it can be…
Out of sheer curiosity two years ago, my then-fiancé (now husband) and I did a gut microbiome test through Viome. In addition to reporting the general makeup of the gut microbiome, they also give a list of recommended, personalized superfoods. Among the superfoods on my…
Step aside, lemons and limes! There are so many citrus varieties out there to try. This week, I am focusing on a selection of unusual citrus varieties that I’ve seen at the farmers market and all the ways to incorporate them into your cooking. In…
Like many fruits, persimmons are sweet and juicy, and excellent eaten by themselves. I love persimmons, and don’t get to eat them as often as I wish I could. But what else can you do with them besides eating them like an apple? Turns out,…
Forget pumpkin spice season, it’s apple season! This week, I’m continuing my farmers market produce series by talking about my favorite apple varieties, along with the best ways to use each of them. Spoiler alert: different apples are best used in different applications. Apples are…
