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fresh52 Farmers & Artisans Market
9480 S. Eastern Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89123
Sansone Park Place
@ Eastern & Richmar
Open Every Sunday 52 Weeks a year!
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DATE......
Don't forget the first ever fresh52
Fall Festival, Sunday,
October 24, 2010.
Free Kids Crafting , Chef Demos, Live entertainment,
Contests, Raffle, and more! Interested in Sponsoring this highly
publicized event? Check out the Sponsor Page at www.fresh52.com
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Honeydew Sorbet with Lime and Black Pepper
By Hope ThurmanMakes 1 quart1 ripe honeydew melonJuice of 3 limesA pinch of salt1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/4 cup water1/2 cup sugarHalve and seed the melon. In a blender, combine the honeydew, juice of the limes, salt and pepper. Puree until very smooth. Adjust seasonings to taste.In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar and warm over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Pour in the melon puree and heat until just combined. Chill well.Freeze mixture in an ice cream maker according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once frozen, allow to harden overnight, at least 12 hours. |
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Weekly Newsletter for
August 15, 2010
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Most Common Mistakes People make at Farmers Markets
Trying to Negotiate
Farmers markets are not flea markets, and haggling is generally not part of the etiquette. Sometimes very late in the day farmers will offer discounts, but it is generally best practice to respect the set prices. Farmers work harder than most of us can imagine, and their asking prices are more than fair.
If you fear farmers markets because of the price, focus your attention on vegetables. Veggies are cheaper and when picked fresh and in season can be almost as sweet as candy.
Forgetting Cash
Farmers market veterans know better than to show up at the market without cash in our wallets. Credit cards are not accepted by most farmers and the line at the local ATM machine is a wait you could live without. Pick up some cash on your way to avoid the headache.
Not asking Questions
You may not know everything there is to know about seasonal vegetables, but the farmers who grow them certainly do. Walk up to each vendor with a smile and ask them what their favorites are this week. If you've never cooked with them before, ask for an example recipe or serving suggestions. You can always search recipes online when you get home, so don't feel like you need to know exactly how you're going to prepare something before buying it.
Buying Staples
One of the advantages of shopping at a farmers market is that you get the best of the season from local farmers, which is likely to be different from your normal grocery store purchases. There's nothing wrong with buying foods you know you like, but try to be adventurous with new produce. You may be pleasantly surprised.
Forgetting to BYOB
Most farmers markets provide small plastic bags for your purchases (in eco-friendly San Francisco, plastic has been banned and most vendors offer paper or compostable BioBags for a small price), but you definitely want to have a larger bag to carry your bounty or you'll be heading home prematurely.
Arriving to late
Showing up at a farmers market in the late morning means big crowds and picked-over produce. Beat the rush by going early and getting the best of the season. Morning light is also best for snapping pictures, if you're into that sorta thing.
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Featured Vendor
A Stitch To Die For
Megan Spendlove
Tell us a little about yourself?
I have 2 dogs, Bella(dalmation) and Igor(great dane boxer mix). 2 years ago I bought a 1965 cadillac hearse, which inspired the name of my business. I have lived in Las Vegas my whole life, and I would love to spend at least a month in every state exploring before I die.
Apart from Creating , what do you do?
I also love to cook and bake, I have enough cake decorating supplies to open my own bakery!
What first made you want to create your designs?
I could never find a purse with vintage or skeleton material that I liked so I decided to make it myself.
Do you have a favorite item that you sell?
I like to sell the baby products, because I get to test it all on my niece first.
Name your top 3 movies, books,musicians, websites.
My favorite movie is really anything with molly ringwald and zombies, top three musicians/bands: otis redding, squirrel nut zippers, and tsunami bomb
What advice would you give a new Vendor?
Dont get discouraged if you dont make anything the first couple weeks, the point is to get your name and business out there.
What is your favorite part about fresh52? What new things would you like to see?
I love the atmosphere, all the vendors I have talked to have been ridiculously nice!
In ten years where would you like to be?
My hope is to have an RV and traveling the United States following fairs and farmers markets.
How do you promote your work?
I have a facebook page that I update with new product daily, my email address that you can contact me with custom orders (astitchtodiefor@gmail.com), and I have a website(still under construction)www.astitchtodiefor.com
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Help
fresh52
Become America's Favorite Farmers
Market!
Only 3 weeks left! Please vote & help us win! It will be great for the community! It's summertime and that
means two things:
1) There are loads of
delicious farm fresh produce available at fresh52 farmers & artisans
market every week; and
2) American Farmland Trust's
America's Favorite Farmers Markets™ contest has kicked into gear and we
need your votes to win!
The process is simple. To
vote for our market, all you have to do is:
1.) Go to www.farmland.org/vote
2.)
Type in fresh52 farmers & artisans market and,
3.) Click "Vote"
That's it. That's all it
takes to bring fresh52 one step closer to being America's favorite
farmers market!
According to American
Farmland Trust (AFT), the purpose of this contest is to re-connect local
consumers to local farms, with the ultimate goal of keeping our
nation's farm and ranch land productive and healthy! Buying at the
farmers market keeps money in the local community and helps farms and
ranches remain economically viable. By voting, you're helping support
farms and communities across the nation. As American Farmland Trust
says, "No Farms No Food™!"
So don't forget to vote for
fresh52 at www.farmland.org/vote and spread the word! Big
thanks to everyone who has already voted!
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Vendor Application
This economy is way to serious! Join the market and
make some extra cash! Show off your hidden talents, expose your crafty
skills, and have FUN while making some money. Space is available for
farmers, artists, chefs,
musicians, performing artists, non-profits, kids activities and more.
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