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Bob Benenson

Aug 24, 20242 min read

New Personal Best in the Watermelon Olympics

LOCAL FOOD l I've gotten a lot of big watermelons over the years from a favorite local farm, but the one delivered today was a record setter

Bob Benenson

Aug 21, 20242 min read

The Still Life Beauty of Peak Season Produce

FARMERS MARKETS l I promote benefits we derive from purchasing locally produced food at farmers markets. There's an artistic element to it.

Bob Benenson

Aug 21, 20246 min read

Chicago Region Farmers Market Schedule, August 23-29

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, 20243 min read

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, 20242 min read

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, 20242 min read

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, 20241 min read

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, 20241 min read

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, 20243 min read

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, 20241 min read

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...