Sometimes sellers at markets have products that you would never see in grocery stores, and that can be intimidating. But to us, that’s part of the fun! Farmers markets are great places to find fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs that you can experiment with. And because we love all things garlic, we’re here to chat with you about one of those things: garlic scapes.
Read moreHow to Enjoy Summer Fresh All Winter
Every year, we get excited about the transition to Fall. It's always fun to switch it up and find new recipes or pull out old favorites. That being said, though, we always find ourselves yearning for that summer fresh in the dead of winter. Here are some ideas on how you can preserve your summer!
Read moreRecipe of the Week: Quinoa Rainbow Stew with Black Garlic
When a meal is colorful AND delicious, we know we've done a great thing. This recipe combines the perfect amount of summer freshness in the form of veggies you can buy at your local farmers market with quinoa - one of our favorite super foods - and black garlic (definitely our favorite super food).
Read moreRecipe of the Week: Summer Beet Salad with Garlic
Summer is coming to a close, so taking advantage of farmers markets is a higher priority than ever! Here's an amazing, wild and unique recipe we found that will help you out.
Read moreRecipe of the Week: Gooey Baked Mac n Cheese with Black Garlic
This recipe is cheesy, a little creamy, and definitely gooey as promised. The black garlic cloves add that perfect hint of unique flavor that really puts this recipe over the top. Indulge your family this week with this incredible, once-in-a-blue-moon dish. YUM!
Read moreRecipe of the Week: Acorn Squash Hummus with Black Garlic
One of our very favorite parts of our job is when we get to partner with talented chefs and people who want to use black garlic to create new, unique recipes for everyone to enjoy. This Acorn Squash Hummus with Black Garlic is NO exception. Look at how beautiful it is! The colors are mesmerizing and drool-worthy, and the recipe is vegan to boot.
Read moreRecipe of the Week: Chocolate Mousse with Black Garlic
Here it is: the perfect recipe for your Monday. Black garlic and chocolate go together like macaroni and cheese. This delicious recipe combines the balsamic-y goodness of black garlic with the sweetness of chocolate AND the juiciness of strawberries. What better way is there to take advantage of farmers market strawberries?
Read moreThe Argument for Organic
So what’s the deal with organic foods? Is the burst of popularity just a trend that will lose momentum when the next “it” product comes around? Is it worth spending the extra money? Check out why we think organic is the future.
Read moreWhy Shopping at Farmers Markets Makes a Difference
There are SO many reasons to purchase produce when you can from your local farmers market. You can often find more of a variety of products and produce you've never even heard of, farmers and sellers have cookings tips and recipe ideas for you to take advantage of, markets are affordable, seasonal and local...the list goes on. Here are the top 5 reasons we think shopping at farmers markets is one of the best things you can do for yourself and others.
Read moreRecipe of the Week: Black Garlic Farmer's Market Tri-Color Salad
This salad is the perfect post-market lunch. Use those fresh tomatoes you've just purchased, avocados if you're lucky enough to find those locally, and local fresh mozzarella to create this burst of summer freshness for lunch. Black garlic adds the perfect unique flavor to this classic summer favorite. And it's super healthy to boot!
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