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May, 2013 "Let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine be thy food." -Hippocrates
As we shake off Winter's cold, the green grows quickly around us and life is buzzing again. Harvest Market celebrates this time of year by offering a variety of GMO-free, locally-grown vegetable plants, herbs, and flower starters, along with a selection of heirloom Seed Savers Seeds, Organic Mechanics soil, and all-natural garden repellents for the green thumbs who've been working long and hard these recent weeks.
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Celebrate National Herb Month, Hockessin in Bloom, and World Fair Trade Day with Harvest Market during our May Events, which include a special Mama Emma's Herb Walk on Saturday, May 4 @ 10am. Register in advance for this free and very popular walk through staff member and trained herbalist Emma Long's garden. For a quick tutorial on using fresh herbs in your cooking, check out this video starring Jamie Oliver.
One of the best resources at the store and in our community is the sage herbal advice from our on-staff Registered Nurse and Herbalist, Donna Merrill. She is available for free consultations three days a week during specific times on a first-come, first-serve basis. When asked about her herbal recommendations for Spring time ailments, Donna contributed an article about Sinsitus and effective herbal treatments for nasal congestion and infection during this time of year.  Over the last several years, Harvest Market has catered more and more to the gluten-free eaters among us. This May, we're acknowledging Celiac Awareness Month by offering some special events, lots of tasty samples, and enhanced education on the subject. We hope you'll find a reliable resource in our recently-updated Gluten Free Guide, a handy list all the items in the store that are free of gluten. We're offering four free Gluten-Free Store Tours, conducted by staff member and celiac specialist, Kate Brown. So, whether you've gone Paleo or you've eliminated gluten from your diet for health reasons, you can feel welcome shopping at Harvest Market--just look for the "no gluten" symbol on an item's shelf tag. |
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Spring Thyme Herb Farm
Hockessin, DE
Spring Thyme Herb Farm is our hyper- local source for herbs, all year-round. They are wholesale only have been Certified Organic since 1994. Specializing in culinary herbs, including many usual varieties, and edible flowers, Spring Thyme herbs add flavor and nutrition to any meal.
Here are some interesting herbal facts from Spring Thyme Herb Farm:
- Herbs have been grown and used since ancient times. The Romans rubbed their wooden dining tables with fresh rosemary and mint for a lovely smell while dining.
- Herbs have the highest oil content and strongest flavor right before they flower.
- Fresh herbs and edible flowers are wonderful additions in cooking and as garnishes. Using herbs and flowering herbs in flower bouquets adds beauty, scent and texture.
- Fresh herbs add fresh flavor to food. When cooking with fresh herbs use 2-3 times as much fresh as you would use of the same dried herb. Don't be afraid to experiment!
Lavender in the hoop house and Garlic, Chives and Basils in the fields.
Featured Recipes 
Courtesy of Spring Thyme Herb Farm
Fruit Salad with Honey, Ginger and Mint
1 cup Honey
Juice and Zest of 1 Orange
1 teaspoon Crystallized Ginger, peeled and chopped
¼ cup Spring Thyme Mint Leaves
Fruit of choice
In blender combine honey, orange zest and juice, and ginger. Puree ingredients and strain into bowl. Stir in hand-shredded mint leaves and toss fruit with desired amount of dressing.
Rosemary Skewered Shrimp with Lemon
6 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoon Grated Lemon Zest
3 Garlic Cloves, finely minced
3 teaspoons Spring Thyme Fresh Rosemary, finely chopped
¾ teaspoon Hot Pepper Flakes
24 Large Shrimp Peeled and Deveined
Salt and Freshly Ground Black Pepper to Taste
8 Sprigs of Rosemary with thick woody stems, about 6 to 8 inches in length, leaves stripped, leaving leaves 1 inch from tip, soaked for 1 hour
16 Lemon Slices, ¼ inch thick
In shallow dish pour marinade over the shrimp. Cover, refrigerate and let marinate for 15 to 30 minutes. Skewer 3 of the marinated shrimp alternating in a decorative patter with 2 of the lemon slices on each of the Rosemary skewers. Grill the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side, until just cooked through. Serves 4.
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Taste Nirvana Coconut Water with Pulp
Taste Nirvana coconuts are harvested from Nakorn Pathom province, Thailand. The coconuts from this region grow larger and sweeter than in other regions of Thailand. Coconut water with pulp is a great source of healthy fiber, electrolytes, potassium and iron. With no added preservatives, Taste Nirvana's All Natural Real Coconut Water with Pulp is a great hydrating drink that can be a healthy and delicious part of your daily routine (and workout routine!). Utterly refreshing and naturally sweet, stay hydrated during these upcoming warmer months with coconut water.
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Locally Grown Vegetables, Herbs & Flowers
Grown by Paul and Carol Hauser from Lincoln University, PA, our starter plants are primed for success in your garden! All seeds are non-GMO and most are from Johnny's and FedCo in Maine. No sprays were used in the production of the plants, so you can feel good about gardening organically by starting with these beauties. We will be receiving more periodic deliveries from the Hausers until (approx.) Memorial Day weekend.
New to gardening? Read about how to design and start a vegetable garden from Eating Well Magazine. |
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EPIC Bar
Boy are we excited to introduce the new EPIC Bar collection to Harvest Market shoppers! We are one of the first stores in the nation to sell this new, grass-fed meat bar. The three flavors include: Beef, Habanero + Cherry; Turkey, Almond + Cranberry; and Bison, Bacon + Cranberry. EPIC foods are unique in the sense that they are more savory, tender, and flavor-forward than jerky without the high carbohydrate and sugar load of other bars. As EPIC says, "Reconnect with your ancestral diets and enjoy every bite of it!" For the Paleo people out there: get ready, this is gonna rock your world. |
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Herb Walk & Hockessin in Bloom
Saturday, May 4
Celebrate Herb Month by joining Emma, a trained herbalist and Harvest Market employee, for a walk through her personal herb garden from 10am-12pm on May 4. Learn about the healing properties of plants, some of which may already be growing in your own backyard! Each person will automatically be enetred to win one of two gift baskets provided by Urban Moonshine. The group is limited to 20 people, so sign up soon at Customer Service or by calling the store at 302-234-6779. Meet in the Harvest Market parking lot to carpool to Emma's home and garden.
Meanwhile, from 12-3pm on May 4, we'll be sampling spring edibles and will have a seed starting activity to celebrate
Hockessin in Bloom. Visit the Hockessin Business Association Facebook page "Destination Hockessin" for more information about this yearly event in our community.
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World Fair Trade Day
Saturday, May 11
World Fair Trade Day is an initiative of the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO). It is a worldwide festival of events celebrating Fair Trade as a tangible contribution to the fight against poverty, climate change and the economic crisis that has the greatest impact on the world's most vulnerable populations. Fair Trade provides sustainable livelihoods by developing opportunities for small and disadvantaged producers. Harvest Market sells many Fair Trade products throughout the store, including produce, coffee, tea, chocolate, herbs and spices, oils, textiles and accessories, and health and beauty items.
On World Fair Trade Day, we'll be sampling Fair Trade products and discussing the benefits of Fair Trade. YOU can really benefit from Fair Trade by entering to win a 9-day Fair Trade Adventure in Peru, provided by the Fair Trade World Project!
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Gluten Free Store Tours
Monday, May 13 & Friday, May 24
Get your gluten-free on during Celiac Awareness Month at Harvest Market. Back by popular demand, Kate Brown will be leading four Gluten-Free Store Tours, showing all our gluten-free items in the store. We'll also have our Gluten-Free Guide updated and ready to distribute as a handy resource for shoppers. Kate will provide meal planning suggestions for gluten-free families and information about how to avoid contamination in your home. We encourage you to register at Customer Service or by calling the store, but will also welcome any walk-ins. Please spread the word to anyone you know who is new to gluten-free living or flirting with the concept.
This month's free Delicious Living magazine focuses on Decoding Food Allergies, and has great articles like "Stocking a Gluten-Free Pantry" and "Dinnertime Without Allergens." Pick up a copy at checkout.
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May Day and America's Farmworkers
Around the world, the 1st of May is a day for workers to unite.
At Harvest Market, we salute the farmworkers in our community and all over the globe who are responsible for feeding us every day. We are proud to sell Certified Organic and Fair Trade products in our store, two ways we support a better working environment for farmworkers. We also have direct and personal relationships with many of our local farmers. However, much of our nation's food supply is grown by industrial farms or smaller farms who rely on outside labor.
Did you know?
85% of our fruits and vegetables are handpicked. There are an estimated 2-3 million men, women, and children who work in the fields in the United States.
Source: Student Action with Farmworkers.
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Kate Derr:
Hail Merry's Miracle Tarts
Rich yet refreshing, Hail Merry's Miracle Tarts are loaded with good fats and irresistible natural flavors, including Kate's favorites, Coconut Cream and Persian Lime. From Kate's experience, she's learned that these tarts are a kid-friendly, vegan, and gluten-free treat to share with friends who have allergies or restrictive diets. "It's a smaller, healthier alternative to candy bars." You can find a selection of Hail Merry's Miracle Tarts in the small refrigerator with hummus and salsa.
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 According to writer and doctor Mark Hyman, "The cure for what ails us-both in our bodies and in our nation-can be found in the kitchen." In his recent article, How Cooking at Home Can Save Your Life, he explores how reconnecting with cooking and our food enhances our lives and our society. Simply put, he writes "Food is the best investment in your health." We couldn't agree more! Here's to a healthy, home-cooked meal enjoyed with people you love!
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