Does this sound familiar? You bring home a bounty of fresh veggies and fruit from your favorite Sullivan Catskills Farmers Market. You’re in a hurry, so you put all your goodies in the fridge…but not all produce wants a cold welcome home! Take an extra 5 minutes to store smarter with these top 10 tips. 1. Fruit and veggies are frenemies When it comes to healthy eating, vegetables and fruits are your good [...]
Going to a Sullivan Catskills Farmers Market is as much about the food as it is about meeting friendly farmers. Over 500 people were surveyed in the Catskills in 2016, 9 out of 10 said they enjoyed meeting their farmer. One thing shoppers enjoy is getting valuable tips, recipes, and insight into how their food was grown. Here’s what to ask your farmer! #1 What’s the best way to store _______? It might [...]
Imagine. If everyone in the Sullivan Catskills spent $10 at the farmers market this summer. Over $360,000 would go back into our economy. Plus, you’d enjoy the freshest, tastiest food – 97% agree. What’s your reason to spend $10? Find yours below, then pledge here to get a free gift. It’s time to clear up the myth that farmers market food costs more. During peak produce season (July through September), you’ll find that [...]
The search for happiness should start at your local Sullivan Catskills Farmers Market, where you can find a wide range of fresh fruits and vegetables. According to a 2016 study by the American Journal of Public Health of 12,389 individuals, eating fruits and vegetables can provide a boost in happiness. Just how much happiness? The researchers concluded that with every additional daily portion of fruits and vegetables, happiness increased. The biggest bump in happiness occurred [...]
Get ready to chill out – and grill up local eats. The Sullivan Catskills Farmers Markets have everything you need to get grill-ready: from spring veggies to cheese, hamburger buns to condiments. As for local meat, you’ve got options at every farmers market in Sullivan County – see the full list here. To get a head start, we talked to local Catskills farmers (and one agriculture expert) who shared their favorite grill tips [...]