July is a fantastic month to be a foodie in Bucks County, PA. There are so many local products available that I find myself inspired every time I visit the market. Hopefully you'll enjoy some of these inspirations - available in my July menu specials - and get inspired yourself by visiting a local farm market!
July Menu Specials
Turkish Chicken Kebobs
Fragrant grilled chicken kebobs seasoned with lemon, pomegranate, and saffron, served with a garlic and cucumber yogurt dipping sauce. With tomato rice pilaf and roasted eggplant, bell pepper, and herb salad.
Grilled Fish Tacos
Tilapia marinated in lime juice, garlic, and cilantro, grilled to perfection. Served with homemade mango and sweet pepper salsa and flour tortillas for building your own tacos. Cheesy black bean mash on the side.
This is such a great time of year for local food. Bucks County farm markets are bursting with fantastic produce - berries, greens, corn, tomatoes and more! If you haven't visited, I absolutely recommend you go. Below are locations of nearby markets and some tips for shopping at the farm market.
Farm Market Locations
Doylestown Farmers' Market
W. State & Hamilton St., Doylestown
Saturdays through Nov. 19, 2011, 7 a.m. - Noon
Langhorne Farmers' Market
Jesse Soby American Legion Post, 115 W. Richardson Ave., Langhorne 19047
Tuesdays through Oct. 25, 2011, 3:00 - 6:30 pm, rain/shine
Lower Makefield Farmers' Market
Edgewood Road at Heacock Rd. in Lower Makefield, PA. 19067
Thursdays through Oct. 20, 2011, 3:30 - 6:30 pm
New Hope Farmers' Market
New Hope Flea Market, Route 202 (next to Eagle Diner), New Hope, Pa
Thursdays through Nov. 17, 2011, 2:30 - 6:30 pm, rain/shine
Stockton Indoor Farmers' Market
Bridge Street, Stockton, NJ
YEAR ROUND Fridays, 12 - 7 pm; Saturdays, 9 am - 4 pm; Sundays, 10 am - 4 pm
The Farmers' Market @ Playwicki Farm
2350 Bridgetown Pike, Feasterville, PA
Wednesdays through Oct. 26, 2011, 7 a.m. - Noon
Wrightstown Farmers' Market
2203 2nd Street Pike, adjacent to the Wrightstown Township municipal offices,
Saturdays through Nov.19, 2011, 9:00 am to 1:00 pm, rain/shine
Farm Market Tips
Cash is King
Most market vendors do not take checks, credit or debit. Plan ahead and bring cash.
Containers and Shopping Bags
Consider bringing reusable shopping bags, totes or baskets for bringing home all of your market finds. A cooler with ice packs is a good idea if you don't plan on going home right away.
Go Early For Best Selection
Especially on a hot summer day, hitting the market when it opens will ensure best selection, as well as a comfortable experience. I've found that some vendors are sold out of popular items - such as fresh berries - if I go too late.
Try Something New
Farm markets are notorious for their expansive selection of fresh, local products, many of which cannot be found at large supermarkets. Some "foreign" items you can expect to find include kohlrabi, garlic scapes, and countless varieties of tomatoes and other items. Each visit, make it a point to pick up one item you've never tried - you may discover a new favorite fruit or vegetable!
Ask Questions
If you see something you are unfamiliar with, don't hesitate to ask questions. Vendors love to share their knowledge, cooking tips and recipes.
Purchasing Etiquette
Farmers markets are not flea markets, and haggling is not part of the etiquette. Sometimes very late in the day farmers will offer discounts, but generally expect to pay set prices. |
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