winter farmers market

Sunday, December 29, 2013


Off of work for a few days, I am mostly lounging around and fighting a cold, but I felt a little better yesterday. I talked my mom into going to the farmers market with me, hoping to find some citrus fruit for ice rings and punch. Instead, we had a fantastic fried shrimp lunch at the NC Seafood Restaurant and purchased apples, strawberries, and spinach. 


I have already snacked on an apple and used the berries and spinach in a smoothie. I plan to eat the spinach in salads, too.


I learned from my dad this summer that NC produces plenty of apples. In the winter time, the varieties available increase significantly. I tried Pink Lady apples first yesterday, then the farmer suggested this Cameo variety. They are great!

I was disappointed to have missed strawberry season this summer, but I was pleasantly surprised to find strawberries yesterday. These are "winter berries" from Lewis Nursery and Farms. According to this chart, I should be able to find NC grown strawberries all but three months of the year! What good news!


What are your favorite winter time farmers market finds?

2 comments

  1. Jealous over those strawberries, they look delicious! Your monogramed basket is so cute and such a great idea! Hope you feel better soon!

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    1. Thanks! My mom gave me the basket a few years ago, and it's so useful!

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