Chicago Region Farmers Market Schedule, August 23-29
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FARMERS MARKETS l OMG, it's already almost September. Most markets have a few more weeks, but don't miss the gorgeous peak season produce...
Bob Benenson
- Aug 19
- 3 min
What is It and What Do You Do With It: Cox's Orange Pippin Apples
FRUIT l Cox's Orange Pippin is a relatively rare artisan variety in the U.S.. But in England, where it originated, it has its own website...
Bob Benenson
- Aug 19
- 2 min
Community-Focused Austin Town Hall Market Plans Special Thursday
FARMERS MARKETS l The farmers market in the challenged Chicago community of Austin is holding a special event that includes a BBQ demo...
Bob Benenson
- Aug 18
- 2 min
What is It and What Do You Do With It: Everbearing Strawberries
FRUIT l Strawberry lovers in the Chicago region lament their short spring season. But a handful of regional growers produce a summer variety
Bob Benenson
- Aug 18
- 1 min
Peak Season Prevails But Transitions are Starting
FARMERS MARKETS l Peak season crops are still in abundance at Chicago area markets, but the transition to fall is already under way...
Bob Benenson
- Aug 13
- 1 min
Oven-Baked Ratatouille: Great Way to Use Lots of Local Produce
RECIPES l Oven-baked ratatouille is delicious anytime, but especially in the summer when you can utilize the bounty of local produce...
Bob Benenson
- Aug 12
- 3 min
The One With Me Giving an NYC Friend a Chicago Market Tour
FARMERS MARKETS l If you read Local Food Forum, you probably know I love farmers markets. Once in a while, I get to give a friend a tour...
Bob Benenson
- Aug 8
- 1 min
Dilly-Dallying at Daley Plaza: In the Loop at a Venerable Farmers Market
FARMERS MARKETS l National Farmers Market Week is winding down, so I paid homage to one of Chicago's oldest market, and its famed artwork...
Bob Benenson
- Aug 8
- 6 min
Chicago Region Farmers Market Schedule, August 9-August 15
FARMERS MARKETS l Saturday (8/10) is the last day of National Farmers Market Week. But every week is farmers market week at Local Food Forum
Bob Benenson
- Aug 4
- 1 min
Celebrate Farmers Market Week at Taste of Ravinia Festival
FARMERS MARKETS l Chicago-area folks can celebrate National Farmers Market Week at the Taste of Ravinia Festival in suburban Highland Park.
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