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Countryside
Farmers' Market
E-News
May 18, 2011 |
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Market Dates | |
Howe Meadow
4040 Riverview Road
Saturdays, 9am until Noon
May 14 - October 29
Highland Square W Market St. & Conger Ave Wednesdays, 4-7pmJune 1 - September 28  |
| About the
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Countryside Farmers' Markets are producer-only markets managed by the Countryside Conservancy.
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About our Market Partners
Cuyahoga Valley National Park is the partner for our Saturday morning market at its new Howe Meadow location. Established in 1974 as a National Recreation Area, the park received National Park status in 2000. Cuyahoga Valley National Park is also Countryside Conservancy's partner for the Countryside Initiative program, which offers long-term leases of farms within the National Park boundaries. For more information on Cuyahoga Valley National Park visit their website. For more information on the Countryside Initiative click here.
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| Dear Market Supporter,
As the Market Assistant for the Countryside Conservancy, I'm happy to be a guest writer this week while Beth is attending the Community Food Security Coalition's "From Neighborhood to Nation" Food Policy Conference in Portland, Oregon. She will be back next week, charged full of new information to share with you!
I must admit to feeling some major pangs of jealousy as I emailed her my long list of suggested restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, and neighborhood pubs. You see, my husband John and I spent five years living in Portland not so very long ago. In fact, it was there that we fell in love with food, farmers' markets, and the idea of eating locally and seasonally.
When we made the decision to return to our Ohio roots, I was certain that we were moving back to a wasteland when it came to the local food movement. I recall this sentiment now with embarrassment because, as you know better than anyone, I couldn't have been more wrong. What I found here in Ohio was a thriving community connected by a love of food and land. I found wonderful restaurants making use of local ingredients, a vibrant market scene, and loads and loads of people who care deeply about all of these issues. Unlike some of those west coast cities, we may not be quite as visible on the national stage. But I think that's changing, and I'm doing my part by becoming one of NE Ohio's biggest cheerleaders!
I hope that you'll come down to the market this Saturday to celebrate all that is wonderful about NE Ohio. Despite the soggy fields this spring, there is an embarrassment of edible riches to be had - just take a look at the market report below to see what I mean. And despite a teasing email from Beth informing me that the weather in Portland (rain capital of the US) is better than ours here, my news source tells me that we just may see some sun on Saturday!
See you there,
Heather Roszczyk
Market Assistant
PS - In the event that the parking fields are still wet, there may be a change in parking locale. As you enter the gates to Howe Meadow, just watch for our friendly parking volunteers in the bright orange vests and they will direct you to the most convenient, mud-free spot possible! |
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Market Report |
 vegetable & herb plant starts ~ radishes ~ knife sharpening ~ gourmet brownies ~ fresh chicken ~ fresh herbs ~ grass fed beef ~ tabbouleh and quinoa tabbouleh ~ apples ~ watercress ~ beets ~ orange a peel ~ spinach ~ hot Italian sausage ~ cheese ~ breakfast burritos ~ honey ~ multigrain waffle/pancake mix ~ turnips ~ arugula ~ pierogies ~ pea shoots ~ cherry jam ~ fresh pasta ~ lettuce ~ fresh eggs ~ ready-to-eat soups & salads ~ stained glass ~ all-natural dog brownies ~ asparagus ~ Asian lilies ~ gluten free halvah made with brown  rice farina ~ hot coffee and beans ~ cilantro ~ vegan waffles made with local spelt & oats ~ brewed & loose tea ~ carrots ~ bison ~ flower bouquets~ and much more! photos courtesy of George Remington & Gary Whipple |
| Market Happenings | |
Tony Paparella will be in the meadow with us playing a mix of old and new tunes, and Andrea and Elise Irland will be cooking up some tasty spring recipes in the demo booth.
If you haven't already, be sure to visit Sage at the Waste Not booth in the center of the market to learn about our new waste diversion program and what you can do to help! |
| Upcoming Events:
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Funding Your Farm Business The second class in the Your Farm Business series is a discussion of options for funding a farm business including farm specific loans and savings programs. May 24, 2011.
For more information on these and other Countryside Conservancy events, visit our website.
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Apple Rhubarb Crisp
adapted from Animal Vegetable Miracle
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This infinitely adaptable recipe was originally intended for a strawberry rhubarb crisp, but it was fabulous with the apples and fresh rhubarb that I brought home from the market last week! It's especially wonderful served warm with some vanilla ice cream.
** Denotes an ingredient available at the market!
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- 3 cups apples, peeled and chopped**
- 3 cups rhubarb, chopped**
- 1/2 cup honey**
Mix together thoroughly and place in an 8-by-8-inch ungreased pan.
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup rolled oats**
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/3 cup cold butter
Mix until crumbly, sprinkle over fruit mixture, and bake for 40 to 50 minutes, until golden. |
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| Dog Policy
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While we love our four-legged friends, dogs are not permitted at the Countryside Farmers' Markets. They are, however, permitted to play at Howe Meadow, walk on the towpath or elsewhere in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park, but must remain on a leash at all times. |
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