Several recent studies have shown that it’s cheaper to shop at the farmers’ market than it is to shop the produce section at the grocery store. With the economy still working its way out of the recession, saving money is important to most of us. According to a new study, shopping at the farmers’ market instead of the grocery store will save money.
Tag: organic produce
Exotic San Francisco Ferry Building Farmer’s Market Finds
The San Francisco Ferry Market is a local favorite for unusual organic finds. My favorite recent find: pineapple guava (a.k.a. feijoa)! I found this refreshing salad fruit at the Mc [ … ]
Enjoy the San Francisco Ferry Building Market Place for Local, Sustainable and Seasonal Food
The San Francisco Ferry Market is a gorgeous place to stroll around in if you are in the San Francisco Bay Area for any length of time. The Ferry Plaza [ … ]
Organic Orange, Beet and Lemon Zest Salad with Delicious Toppings and Pairings
Here is a scrumptious and healthy alkaline rich beet and orange salad with refreshing lemon zest and your choice of protein and toppings. Try silky light tofu, or organic cottage [ … ]
The Healing Dish: Shiitake Mushrooms and Organic Baby Bok Choy
Shown here is a simple organic baby bok choy dish with fresh local shiitakes I was lucky enough to find at the farmer’s market last weekend.Β Β Shiitake mushroom happens to be [ … ]
Food as thy Medicine: Healing with Nature in Fall…
Here are a few known healing properties of common foods you may be tempted to enjoy at fall festivities: Cranberries: As you may already know, cranberries are body purifiers, low [ … ]
A Minnesota Farmer Takes on Farm Subsidies, and Creates a Stir
Jack Hedin is a Minnesota organic farmer who grows food for local markets. He wants to expand his operation to help meet the growing demand for his produce. The way [ … ]