The Siesta Key Farmers Market is in full swing each and every Sunday. You really should head on down to the Davidsons Plaza in the heart of Siesta Village for a cup of coffee, socializing or just to pick out some fresh fruits and veggies for the week. Looks great, right? … [Read more...]
Summertime And The Eating Is Fine
Summertime 2010 is "officially" upon us! And, of course that means that were going to see tons of great fruits and vegetables hitting our local farm stands and Farmer's Markets. Now is a fantastic time to get out and see what available outside the produce section of your favorite … [Read more...]
What Can You Do With A Bunch Of Fresh Beets?
It's that time of year once again. Summer is close and soon Farmer's Markets and farm stands will be stocked to the gills with all kinds of delicious fresh fruits and vegetables. Sometimes you run into things at those stands or markets that look fantastic, but, you really have no … [Read more...]
Strawberries, Strawberries, Strawberries
It's that time of year. That's right fresh strawberries are now in season. Have a look at these beauties! As we've all read in the paper or seen on the local news, the weather has been pretty rough on Florida strawberry farmers. But, it sure doesn't look like our unseasonably … [Read more...]
Looking For Some Great Fresh Local Produce?
We're lucky here in Sarasota! We have some great options when it comes to cooking with and serving our families fresh local produce. The awesome green onions above are from the weekly Farmer's Market held each Sunday on Siesta Key. How about some fresh beets? Even if you don't … [Read more...]
The much anticipated Siesta Key Farmers Market has officially opened its doors. This past Sunday the Davidsons Plaza parking lot in Siesta Village was alive with the sounds, sights and smells of what will hopefully be the start of a new tradition. It was a great opening day. The … [Read more...]
Market Update , The Delicious Kind!
As of today fall is officially upon us. Being originally from the Midwest, I can tell you that fall means a real change of lifestyle. Kids are back at school, days are getting shorter (but more colorful) and the last of the summer harvest hits markets and farm stands. Here in … [Read more...]