The snappy taste of a fresh apple is like biting into the crispness of fall. YUMM! Our Harvest Home Farmers’ Markets are full of apples freshly picked by our local farmers for the best taste.
Some are for carving. Some are for eating! Delicious in muffins, bread, or pancakes. Pumpkin adds creamy flavor to smoothies, and soups or makes a mouth-watering meal (See recipes). It’s nutritiously rich, high in fiber, and low in calories.
Amazing Winter Squash: White Delicata and Sweet Dumpling with green strips. Pale yellow Butternut. Dark green, round Acorn. West Indian Calabaza and surprising Spaghetti Squash! They look like decorations, but their real beauty lies on the inside.
We all need veggie nutrition, especially kids. But, “kids don’t like veggies.” Actually, kids don’t like bland, boring veggies. A bit of seasoning, a little fun, and a few “sneaky” tricks can get your whole family eating more veggies.
Summer berries are arriving at our Farmers’ Markets. Ripe red strawberries and plumb blueberries are loaded with cool, juicy taste. These berries are packed with antioxidants that fight disease and are good for a healthy heart. But berries have a short growing season so grab them while you can.
Summer berries are arriving at our Harvest Home farmers markets, make sure to visit us at our Bronx, Manhattan and Brooklyn locations for our fresh picked and naturally grown produce. Blueberries and strawberries are packed with antioxidants that fight disease and are good for a healthy heart. Berries have a short growing season so grab them while you can.
Cilantro, garlic or parsley will add zest to almost anything. Cilantro helps lower blood sugar and cholesterol. Garlic strengthens your immune system and helps fight infections, like colds. Parsley, an excellent source of Vitamin C and K as well as folic acid, promotes cardiovascular health. BONUS: Parsley is also a quick way to Freshen Up your breath!
