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  • Beets
  • Cabbage 
     
  • Garlic
     
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  • Onions
  • Potatoes
  • Radishes
  • Squash- Acorn, Butternut, Cushaw, Hubbard
  • Sweet Potatoes
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The Lexington Farmers' Market
January 6, 2011

Happy New Year!  I hope yours has been enjoyable from the start and that it will remain fruitful in the months to come.  In 2010, our 35th season, the Lexington Farmers' Market had a banner year and we hope we can build on that success starting at 8am THIS SATURDAY in Victorian Square.  Of course, the success in the fields still needs to translate to success at the market and we have our loyal customers to thank for that.  We thank you from the bottom of our hearts and appreciate your support throughout the years.  We also want you to know that we will continue to work to earn your support in the future and will look to have great food and fun along the way.


While we still have much of the winter season to work through, our market is a great place to find fresh, seasonal items such as root crops and potatoes, as well as staples such as meat, eggs, cheeses and breads.  As always, and no matter what time of year it is, the members of the Lexington Farmers' Market bring the best food items to market and they hope you will join them at their table at the market so that you may enjoy them at your table at home.

 

Best wishes,

 

Jeff Dabbelt

Lexington Farmers' Market Manager



Market Times and Locations
Saturday
Victorian Square Plaza
Indoors
8am-1pm


Tuesday/Thursday

S. Broadway and Maxwell
Closed for the Season

Sunday
Southland Dr.
Closed for the Season
Our Sponsors
Fayette Alliance
WUKY

Good Foods

Sullivan University National Center for Hospitality Studies

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This recipe is close to the recipe I followed late last year and some items can be added or omitted to taste.  Enjoy.


German Rouladen


Serves 6



Ingredients

         1 1/2 pounds flank steak

         German stone ground mustard, to taste

         1/2 pound thick sliced bacon

         2 large onions, sliced

         1 (16 ounce) jar dill pickle slices

         2 tablespoons butter

         2 1/2 cups water

         1 cube beef bouillon



Directions

1.     Cut the flank steak into thin filets; about 1/4 inch thick and 3 inches wide.

2.     Generously spread one side of each filet with mustard to taste. Place bacon, onions and pickle slices on each filet and form into a roll. Use string or toothpicks to hold the roll together.

3.     Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter. Place the rolls in the butter and saute until browned.

4.     Pour in 2 1/2 cups of water and add the bouillon cube; stirring to dissolve the bouillon cube. Simmer the rolls for about an hour.





Read More http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/German-Rouladen/Detail.aspx

 

INFORMATION FROM OUR SPONSORS


SULLIVAN UNIVERSITY


We are pleased to announce that Sullivan University is a returning sponsor of the Lexington Farmers' Market and will be providing many more seasonal cooking demonstrations at our Saturday markets.  More information will follow as it becomes available and please take time to thank the representatives of Sullivan University when you see them at the market.


GOOD FOODS MARKET AND CAF�



Good Foods Co-op is a locally owned and operated cooperative business where everyone is welcome to shop at either of our locations - Good Foods Market & Caf� on Southland Drive or Good Foods Chapter 2 inside the downtown Lexington Public Library. Good Foods has served the Lexington community since 1972.

Good Foods Market & Caf�, 455 Southland Drive, Lexington, KY 40503, (859) 278-1813, www.goodfoods.coop


 

THE FAYETTE ALLIANCE


The Fayette Alliance is Lexington's ONLY land-use advocacy organization that regularly educates and lobbies local government for a sustainable growth model that benefits all of us.

We believe that preserving our signature Bluegrass landscape, creating a dynamic and equitable cityscape through infill redevelopment, and improving our natural waterways by fixing our sanitary sewer and stormwater systems are key components to achieving our economic and environmental promise here in Lexington-Fayette County.

We are an alliance of citizens from the entire community, including stakeholders from the agricultural, neighborhood, and infill sectors. We are a united voice for responsible growth, and only weigh-in on those land-use issues that have countywide implications. Together we can chart our future, and positively impact local zoning decisions-the very building blocks of our community.

If you want a better quality of life for all of us, please join The Fayette Alliance today for free.  Visit www.fayettealliance.com for more information.

 

INFORMATION FROM OUR SPONSOR WUKY


WUKY was founded in 1941 as the radio voice of the University of Kentucky. Our mission then-as now-was to bring information and enlightenment to the people of central Kentucky. Back then we even hauled radios to remote areas so people could hear our programs. Today we're pioneering the use of digital technology to bring multiple streams of great non-commercial programming to this region. Whether you're a Lexington resident or a visitor, please take a moment this weekend to tune your radio to WUKY at 91.3FM, and, when you get home, stream our signal on line at www.wuky.org. There you'll enjoy NPR's Morning Edition, All Things Considered, Car Talk and Fresh Air all supplemented by award-winning WUKY news. On weekdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 2 to 5 p.m., you'll hear a unique blend of music that we call "Adult Rock", featuring a wide variety of artists from Talking Heads to Norah Jones to Lucinda Williams. In addition, our weekend schedule includes everything from A Prairie Home Companion to the big bands, the Grateful Dead Hour, and Wait Wait Don't Tell Me. WUKY 91.3FM truly has something for everyone. We are able to accomplish all this only because of community support. Income from this and other special events, underwriting by area businesses, and contributions from individual donors account for over two-thirds of our budget so please pledge now and thank you so much for supporting WUKY.


NEWS FLASH AND SPECIAL EVENTS

NEWS FLASH...

USDA Highlights Nearly 900 Operating Winter Farmers Markets; Many Markets Located in Cold-Weather States
 

WASHINGTON, Dec. 8, 2010 - With winter on its way, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today that its National Farmers Market Directory lists 898 winter farmers markets across the country, accounting for more than 14 percent of the nation's 6,132 operating farmers markets and extending opportunities for consumers to access locally grown food.
 

"Fresh, local, and healthful food isn't just a good weather offering," said David Shipman, Acting Administrator of USDA's Agricultural Marketing Service. "Clearly in many places, winter markets are hot despite the cold weather. Even in states where the traditional growing season is short, the market season is long. This allows more small and local farmers to continue bringing in income for their families and their businesses, while also providing great, nutritious food to communities year round."

 

Farmers markets are considered winter farmers markets if they operate between November and March. The top 11 states for these markets are: New York (153), California (140), North Carolina (53), Florida (45), Pennsylvania (42), Ohio (34), Massachusetts (32), Kentucky (30), New Jersey (24), Connecticut (20), and Michigan (20).

 

The last time USDA released a count of winter farmers markets was in 2009 as part of the agency's National Farmers Market Manager Survey. Since then, winter markets have grown 17 percent. Results from that same survey indicate that farmers markets operating more than seven months per year have higher monthly sales than their strictly seasonal counterparts.

 

In August 2010 USDA's National Farmers Market Directory listed 6,132 operating farmers markets overall, a 16 percent rise from 2009. The National Farmers Market Directory has been collecting self-reported information about farmers markets since 1994.

 

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OF NOTE...

Between June 17 and November 20, Faith Feeds collected approximately 37,500 pounds of fresh food.  The food was donated to 14 emergency food agencies, faith ministries and others that feed the poor and hungry.  Forty (40) volunteers gave of their time and energy to make all this possible. Words cannot express the gratitude of the Faith Feed organizers.

 

 

PARKING is always FREE at all of our markets if you know where to look! 

On Saturday it's as easy as parking in the Victorian Square Garage across Broadway from Victorian Square Plaza and asking one of the vendors to validate your ticket. Beyond that garage, all street parking is free on Saturdays and there are also several pay lots in the area.



Finally, if you have ever lost items at any of our markets and they have not been returned, please check with Jeff, the market manager, during market hours or by phone at (859) 608-2655.

 

HERE'S A BIT OF WHAT YOU'LL FIND AT THE MARKET THIS WEEK...



BLEUGRASS CHEVRE

Fayette County


We plan to be at the market with a small amount of cheese on Saturday, unless the country roads are bad.  Let us know if you need anything special.
Cheers and Happy New Year!
[email protected]

 

ELMWOOD STOCK FARM

Scott County

 

SCHEDULE This winter, Elmwood will be at the Victorian Square indoor market EACH SATURDAY during December, January, February and March.  Any questions on where to find us, where to park, what are the market hours-just email or phone ahead!

 

PRODUCE we are featuring several types of root crops including Purple Top White Turnips, Golden Turnips, Beets, Spanish Black Radishes, Watermelon or Beauty Heart Radishes, and Daikon Radishes.  In addition, we will be featuring dried kidney and black beans and continue to offer tasty Sweet Potatoes, Red Onions, Yellow Onions, Garlic and fresh cut Herbs, all certified organic.

 

MEATS and POULTRY our inventory of grassfed Angus organic beef has been restocked, along with a full selection of certified organic hens and packs of cut-up chicken pieces ready to stock up your freezers for cold weather meals.

 

A handful of bone-in Leg of Lamb are available, contact us if you need to reserve one for a special holiday celebration.

 

TURKEYS: We are now featuring ground turkey and hope you will enjoy this new offering.

 

EGGS we offer our certified organic eggs from free-ranging hens on grass pasture each market.  

 

Look for Elmwood Stock Farm to secure your own share of locally grown, organic, wholesome, healthy farm food each week of the growing season.

These days, more than ever, it's important to know the source of your family's food and you can look to a local organic farm to meet your body's nutritional needs resulting in good health.

 

Visit our website to learn more, review our price lists, and pre-order your special items.

 

http://www.elmwoodstockfarm.com/

 

 

THE PAW PAW PLANTATION

Powell County

 

I will be at all of the indoor markets with hydroponic tomatoes, sourdough bread, a variety of sweet fruit and vegetable breads, Kentucky agate slices-geodes-gemstones, and sassafrass.

 

Roland McIntosh from the Paw Paw Plantation



SUPERLATIVE COFFEE ROASTERS

Fayette County

 

Happy New Year!

We appreciate everyone's support during this past year, and we are looking forward to another great year with the Farmer's Market.

During January, we'll be spending our time at the Roastery located at 116 Mechanic.  Our hours are limited.  M-F 7:30 am - 1pm.

Save Saturday, January 22nd for our Sip and Savor Saturday.  Free coffee tastings . . .we have a new single origin to discover that truly is a great cup of coffee!

Location:  116 Mechanic Street, Downtown Lexington
Time:  8am - 2pm.

Jenny Super & Patrick Meyer
Owners.  Craft Roasters.


BLUE MOON FARM ***Sustainably Grown***

Madison County

 

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!  We hope 2011 is a great one for all of you, and for the Lexington Farmers' Market! 

Momentum in this country for locally grown foods continues to grow.  Many of us who have been bringing you the fruits of our labors for a long time were beginning to think this day would never come!  There is no comparison between shopping the farmers' market, talking to the growers,  buying the freshest products you can get, and going to the big box grocers, where you can speak to someone in the produce section about a product and they don't know what it is, let alone where it comes from and when it was harvested!!

At this time of year, we are "shopping" the seed catalogs, trying to pick the best of old and new varieties of vegetables to offer you this season.  Optimism is running high for the coming growing season.  Now's the time to contact us, or any of the growers, if there's something you are interested in trying! 

We still have our own "knock-your-socks-off" GARLIC POWDER available.  Drop us an email if you're getting desperate!  :-))

All our best to you for a happy, healthy, prosperous New Year!

Jean & Leo

www.bluemoongarlic.com

Find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/bluemoongarlic


 

Caffemarco

Bourbon County

 

"Fair Trade, organic, hand-crafted, and utterly delicious "

The Lexington Herald-Leader

 

CaffeMarco freshly roasted coffee is available each Saturday in Victorian Square. Please visit Elmwood Stock Farm. Thank you.

 

CaffeMarco

729 Main St.

Paris

Tel. (859)684-7555


HILLSIDE HERITAGE FARM

Garrard County

Don't forget to look through our recipe collection and find just what you need for a meal in the coming weeks.  Of course our recipe collection is all about PORK!

 We invite you to visit our website (which still needs updating) www.hillsideheritagefarm.com and also ask you to join us on Facebook. 

This has been a great season and we have really enjoyed getting to know so many of you.

John Contini 


 

"FRESH LOCAL HONEY" by NICK and BEV NICKELS

Fayette County


We have concluded our participation in the Lexington Farmer's Market for 2010.  We would like to thank you for your patronage throughout 2010 at the Lexington Farmer's Market.

You may still purchase honey, pollen, and/or beeswax candles from us anytime from our home at 1909 Nicholasville Road in Lexington until we return to the Lexington Farmer's Market in April of 2011.  Call us first at 859 276-0258, and we will put what you want on our back porch for you to pick up. You may also call to make an appointment to look at Bev's candle selection.

Out home is located one block north (toward downtown) of the intersection of Southland Drive and Nicholasville Road. Turn on Goodrich Avenue and take the first driveway on your right and you will be in our back yard. There will be a silver travel trailer (Airstream) under an awning directly in front of you. Your honey will be on the back porch. If we are not home, just leave the money on the counter.  There is change in a small jar on the counter if you need some.

Thank you, Nick & Bev Nickels

Web Site www.KentuckyHoney.com

 


JAVA JONES

Fayette County

                                                 

Thank you for all your support during our first market season! It was great to get to know you all. Java Jones will have a permanent winter location at 2070 Lexington Rd, next to Toyota of Nicholasville. We've already had some of our regulars stop by so please come see us there and have a great winter!



Remember to visit our website at http://www.lexingtonfarmersmarket.com for more information about the market.

 

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