We’re into serious summer season now, and berries and all sorts of other goodies are appearing in the markets. Here’s what’s up at three of our local venues, and remember to bring recyclable bags. The Forrestal Village Farmers Market takes place each Friday, 11:00am-2:00pm, through September 25, except for July 3 when they’re closed. July … Continue reading
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Edible Jersey’s 2015 Eat Drink Local Restaurant Week June 20-27
It’s that time of year again, when Edible Jersey, that wonderful publication featuring the culinary richness of our state, rounds up many of New Jersey’s top dining destinations – from humble to haute – for a week of special promotions that celebrate local food. This year’s event, the fourth year, runs from June 20 to 27, and you’ll … Continue reading
Montgomery Farmers Market kicks off Saturday June 6
The Montgomery Friends of Open Space proudly reopens their summer Farmer’s Market this weekend, for their thirteenth year. It will be held Saturdays from 9:00am until 1:00pm at the Village Shopper shopping center through October 24th. Founded in 2003 to support agriculture in Montgomery and surrounding areas, the Farmers’ Market has grown from 5 vendors to 18 … Continue reading
June at the West Windsor Farmers Market (Can you say blueberry pie contest?)
To continue our farmers market theme (and here’s a listing of New Jersey’s), here’s the latest lineup of events from the West Windsor Community Farmers Market, held every Saturday, from 9:00am-1:00pm, rain or shine until the Saturday before Thanksgiving. While you’re there, be sure to check out their new shed with a beautiful mural painted … Continue reading
Get Fresh on Fridays – Forrestal Village Farmers Market starts June 5
The Forrestal Village Farmers Market opens for their second season on June 5, with Jim Weaver, owner of Tre Piani and Tre Bar, grilling Italian burgers with choose-your-own toppings outside the restaurant where the Market is held. The Market runs each Friday, from 11:00am to 2:00pm, through September 25. The list of vendors is here, and please note … Continue reading
West Windsor Community Farmers Market opens May 2
They’re baaaack! Held every Saturday from 9:00am-1:00pm, rain or shine, the West Windsor Community Farmers Market (WWCFM) is proud to kick off its twelfth season on Saturday, May 2. (The last one is on the Saturday before Thanksgiving.) From their release: With 15 farms and 11 artisan food and natural product vendors, the Market is well known for … Continue reading
Happy 45th Birthday to Whole Earth Center
Visit the Whole Earth Center on April 18 for their Earth Day-Birthday 45 Celebration, 11:00am to 4:00pm Earth Day 2015 marks the 45th anniversary of the founding of the Whole Earth Center. They’ll have a day of great music, tasty local foods, and terrific sales and prizes. Come spend an hour—or hang out for the … Continue reading
Winter Farmers Market this Sunday at Tre Piani
Here’s the scoop on the last two Slow Food Central New Jersey’s “Eat Slow” Winter Farmers Markets. And if you’re afraid you might have “market withdrawal” after March 14, take heart – the West Windsor Community Farmers Market opens up for the summer season on May 2! In collaboration with the organizers of the West Windsor Community Farmers … Continue reading
Slow Food Market on Saturday 10am-2pm
Tre Piani embraces Sunday brunch and dinner
Tre Piani restaurant is offering Sunday brunch from Noon to 4:00pm, followed by a $24.95 Sunday dinner from 4:00 to 7:00pm. I always complain that there’s not much in the way of interesting breakfast or brunch dishes in our area, and chef/owner Jim Weaver’s offerings – which include a favorite comfort dish of my own – the baked … Continue reading