News from the SFM- August 9, 2013

News from the Salisbury Farmers Market!

Market Update for the Local Shoppers  The farmers at the Salisbury Farmers Market have indicated that they will have the following produce available this Saturday, August 10th:                                                                              VEGETABLES: Artichoke, Baby Bok-Choy, Bok Choi, Bell Peppers,  Cucumbers, Sweet Corn, Eggplant, Garlic, Hot Peppers, Spring Onions, Onions, Red Potatoes, Squash, Tomatillos, Tomatoes, Zucchini, Beets, Carrots, Collards, Green Beans, Lemon Grass, Okra,  Radishes, Spinach, Swiss Chards, Yard Long Beans, Snow Peas, Kale and much more.   Fruits:  Blackberries, Apples, Grapes, Watermelon, Cantaloupe, Blueberries, and Peaches                                                                             Cut Flowers: Beautiful cut flowers continue to be plentiful.                                                                              Assorted Beef, Pork, and Chicken Products Available.   Assorted crafts are available at the market.                                                                                                                                          ADDITIONAL ITEMS: Farmstead Cheese in 1/4 lb. and 1/2 lb. packages, Baked goods, Homemade dog and cat treats, Basil, Salsa, Hot Mustard, Zucchini Relish, Jalapeno Pepper Jelly, Spaghetti Sauce, Bread and Butter Pickles, homemade goat's milk soap, homemade sugar scrubs, homemade lotion bars, homemade hair bows, Alpaca clothing and local free range eggs.                                                                                 Vendor Updates: The Soap Shack will not be at the market this Saturday, August 10th.  They will be back on Saturday, August 17th.   Kristine Turco with How Sweet It Is will not be at the market this Saturday, August 10th.   It is important to shop early to get best selection as some items may be limited. Local growers make a special effort to produce clean and safe produce for their shoppers.                                                                               The market is open 8 a.m. to noon. Both senior and WIC vouchers are now being accepted at the Salisbury Farmers Market.

 

This Week at the Market                              Learn a new recipe at the Farmers Market        Darrell Blackwelder/For The Salisbury Post   Vivian Ray, who heads the Livingstone College hospitality management and culinary arts program, will be on site at the Salisbury Farmers Market featuring local vegetables in a cooking and tasting demonstration of her favorite recipes.   Ray comes to Livingstone with more than 25 years of experience as a trained chef. Ray also offers interesting tips on cooking and preparing your favorite fruit and vegetable entrees. Sampling is always a treat for market shoppers.

Featured Vendor: Mama Dave’s Gourmet Dog Treats are made right here in Rowan County, NC by hand using only the freshest of whole foods, so you always feel good about giving them to your FurKidz!   Whether you are looking for something for a special occasion or just a healthy alternative for an everyday treat, Boagard, our Test Kitchen Manager, will make sure that you receive the finest we have to offer.                                                                                                      Need something for a birthday or other special occasion?  How about a custom Gift Basket?! We offer treats in a variety of flavors and sizes, and try to meet special dietary needs.  For Example, our “No Pain…No Grain” is GRAIN FREE and our “No Flea-Bites” is made with Brewer’s Yeast to help repel fleas!   To find out more visit us at www.mamadaves.com.  Don’t forget to like us on Facebook!!!   Days at Salisbury Farmers Market: Wednesday & Saturday