There is something different happening each week at the Caledon Farmers' Market.

See below for a summary of what to expect over the next two weeks:

August 4, 2011 - Honey & Baked Goods

• Eat Local Caledon will be offering a make-your-own Zucchini-Honey Relish demo and FREE recipe handouts
• The Caledon Public Library will be offering its children's Summer Reading Club
• Market Sprouts Club activity: artisanal vs store-bought Honey Tasting and "Pollen Patrol" crafts

August 11, 2011 - Mushrooms & Herbs

• Stacey Fokas will be performing a "Freshalicious" culinary demonstration and offering FREE samples
• Eat Local Caledon will be sampling Herb & Mushroom Vegetable Dip and FREE recipes
• Market Sprouts Club activities: colouring sheets and how to make Herbed Butter
• and much more

Visit www.caledon.ca/farmersmarket to view the list of special events and weekly themes.

The Caledon Farmers' Market is pleased to offer an opportunity for you to WIN a "Freshalicious" Caledon Farmers' Market Gift Package ~ valued at $100.

 Prize includes:

• a copy of Freshalicious: Eat Fresh, Eat Local, Eat Healthy cookbook, written by local food guru Stacey Fokas
• a Caledon Farmers' Market apron
• a Caledon Farmers' Market water bottle
• 50 "Farmers' Market Bucks" to purchase products from Caledon Farmers' Market Vendors

The winner will be selected via random draw on Monday, August 29, 2011 and be notified by e-mail.

 CLICK HERE  for more details or to enter.

Throughout the 2011 Caledon Farmers' Market season we will be sharing plenty of interesting information about the Market and local food-related events on our Facebook Profile page.

You are encouraged to visit often to learn about upcoming special events, recipes, previews of vendors and much more.

Honey Dijon Marinade

• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
• 2 tbsp sunflower oil
• 4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1/2 tsp Kosher salt

Maple Garlic Marinade

• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 cup maple syrup
• freshly ground black pepper to taste

• 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, minced
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp Kosher salt
• 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2.5 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

Lemon Herb Marinade

• 1/2 cup vegetable oil or olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• juice and grated rind of two lemons
• 1 tbsp fresh basil
• 1 shallot OR 1 large onion, minced
• 1/4 tbsp oregano
• 1 tbsp soya sauce
• 6 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 1/2 tbsp black pepper

TIP: To get the most out of these recipes, the meat should be marinated (while covered or wrapped) and placed in a refrigerator for at least a few hours prior to grilling ~ with 24 hours being optimal.