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Yahoo
11 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Local farmers market dedicated to first responders
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) — People had the chance to interact with emergency personnel Sunday, all while shopping from local vendors. Sunshine Golden Acre semi-monthly farmers market was back, and this week was dedicated to first responders. Police, firefighters and a K9 search team were at the market interacting with the crowds. Sunshine Golden Acres owner Amy Phillips invited first responders to be part of the market because they've played a big role in her life. Her mom was a police dispatcher for the City of Warren, and her brother-in-law was a Lordstown police officer. 'I thought it would be nice to do a first responders market where people could come out and shop the vendors, and thank their state highway patrol, their police officers, the firetrucks here,' said Amy Phillips, owner of Sunshine Golden Acrews Farmers Market & Soap Co. The farmer's markets are on the first and third Sunday of each month. The next one is from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 15. That market will feature a hot dog-eating contest. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Washington Post
18 hours ago
- General
- Washington Post
Strawberry shortcake is an ode to peak-season fruit and tender biscuits
While some people mark the start of spring once they spot the first asparagus of the season at the farmers market, for me that moment arrives when I spy strawberries. Plump and glistening, the berries have an aroma that's like a siren song: I'm powerless against it. I buy as many strawberries as I can carry, bringing containers to gently spread out the fruit in a single layer so as not to crush a single berry. I stack these containers in my market tote, then I haul them home, where they are devoured almost immediately.
Yahoo
19 hours ago
- Health
- Yahoo
30 June Recipes That Will Help You Finally Welcome Summer With Open Arms
It feels like I've been patiently waiting for summer produce since the first day of January, and the time has finally come. In honor of everyone's favorite season for cooking, I've picked out the absolute best recipes you'll want to make every day in June. From dinners that will make you finally dust off the grill to desserts that utilize all those fresh farmers market fruits, here are the meals I've already bookmarked to welcome in the warm weather. Turkey Burgers Who said turkey burgers have to be boring?! These are packed with so much flavor, you might not even miss your regular ol' cheeseburger. Recipe: Mediterranean Turkey Burgers Gazpacho This chilled soup made from sweet mangoes, zesty lime, and crunchy cucumber is the perfect way to cool down on warm days. Recipe: Mango Gazpacho Roasted Branzino with Lemon and Calabrian Chili Crisp Be prepared for the "oohs" and "ahs" when you set this bad boy out on the table. Seriously, even seafood skeptics will fawn over the spicy-tangy flavors of this whole branzino. Recipe: Whole Roasted Branzino with Lemon and Calabrian Chili Crisp Chopped Salad with Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Would it be weird to say the best part of this salad is the tiny pasta? Not only is it adorable, but it also ensures you get a little bit of everything in each bite. Recipe: Pasta Chopped Salad with Sun-Dried Tomato Vinaigrette Shrub Home Cooking Collective / Via Shrubs are the perfect refreshing mocktail with the ideal balance of sweet and acidic. If you're looking to make it boozy, though, I'd recommend a shot of gin. Recipe: Blackberry Shrub Chicken Marbella This summer spin on a classic is packed with a medley of plums, apricots, and green olives. It all gets tossed in a baking dish so you can set it and forget it while enjoying a summer cocktail on the porch. Recipe: Summer Chicken Marbella Scallops with Lemon Aioli and Arugula If you want to ensure you're not overcooking your scallops, grilling is 100% the way to go (of course, you could always use a pan over high heat). Don't skip on the skewers to make the job as easy as possible! Recipe: Grilled Scallops with Lemon Aioli and Arugula Beet Hummus with Homemade Pita Chips If you've never made your own hummus before, boy, are you in for a treat. Try this roasted beet version and you'll never go back to the store-bought stuff. Recipe: Roasted Beet Hummus with Homemade Pita Chips Tart Cherry Nut Ice Cream Heartbeet Kitchen / Via No ice cream maker, no churning, just a little bit of time, and you'll be left with the best summer dessert. Pro tip: serve a scoop over a warm, fudgy brownie and thank me later. Recipe: No-Churn Tart Cherry Nut Ice Cream Panzanella Is it a salad? Is it a deconstructed sandwich? We'll let you decide, but it's sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next BBQ either way. Recipe: Summer Panzanella Rye Pancakes with Molasses Syrup Rye and whole wheat flour give these pancakes a robust edge. Think your usual, comforting Sunday morning pancakes with a little bit of a makeover. Recipe: Blueberry Rye Pancakes with Molasses Syrup Cod with Pistachio-Herb Salsa Salsas are a great way to add flavor to a white fish without having to put in too much work. A simple salt and pepper seasoning is all the cod needs before hitting the grill and getting garnished with this herbaceous topping. Recipe: Grilled Cod with Pistachio-Herb Salsa Upside Down Cake Minimalist Baker / Via It's vegan. It's gluten-free. But I promise, no one will be able to tell once they take a bite of caramelized plums atop a tender almond cake. Recipe: Plum Upside Down Cake White Bean Dip The best part about this dip? I can almost guarantee you already have everything needed to make it. Not to mention, it takes only 10 minutes to whip up — perfect when someone hits you with that "I'll be there early" text. Recipe: Kalamata White Bean Dip Fruit Crostata This gorgeous dessert can even be baked on the grill for an elevated treat after a day of cookouts. Less mess, plus not having to turn your oven on? Sign me up. Recipe: Summer Fruit Crostata Steamed Clams with Chorizo and Shaved Fennel Herb Salad Something about refreshing, briny shellfish and rich, crispy chorizo just works. Steaming in beer adds an extra layer of toasty depth that you definitely don't want to skip. Recipe: Beer Steamed Clams with Chorizo and Shaved Fennel Herb Salad Panna Cotta with Simple Rhubarb Compote Alexandra Cooks / Via It may sound (and taste) like a restaurant-quality dessert, but this panna cotta is deceptively easy to make. Time to take advantage of all that farmers market rhubarb you impulsively bought! Recipe: Buttermilk Panna Cotta with Simple Rhubarb Compote Pizza with Corn and Prosciutto I know summer fruits usually get all the praise, but sweet summer corn also deserves its moment to shine, and what better way than on this crispy white pizza? Recipe: Grilled Pizza with Corn and Prosciutto Peach Summer Salad This refreshing salad features juicy grilled peaches, balsamic-marinated chicken, and crunchy pecans. It's the perfect combination of sweet and savory, making it the ideal dish for summer gatherings. Recipe: Grilled Peach Summer Salad Chicken Milanese with Tomato Arugula Salad Sometimes, you just don't mess with a classic, and crispy Chicken Milanese with a bright side salad is just that. Recipe: Crispy Chicken Milanese with Tomato Arugula Salad Kafta Serve these savory, rich Kafta with fresh veggies, yogurt sauce, and pita for a meal that's just as doable on weeknights as it is for a summer weekend gathering. Recipe: Lebanese Kafta BBQ Black Bean Burger Minimalist Baker / Via Sad portabello "burgers" are officially done as a vegetarian cookout option. These black bean burgers pack so much flavor, you may even find meat-eaters reaching for them. Recipe: Smoky BBQ Black Bean Burger Pasta with Whipped Ricotta and Breadcrumbs There are just a few ingredients in this vibrant pasta, so make sure you're grabbing ones that really help the dish shine. (Yes, you'll be making your own breadcrumbs — it's worth it.) Recipe: Asparagus Pasta with Whipped Ricotta and Breadcrumbs Cornbread Cobbler This isn't your average cobbler. The sweet cornbread lends itself beautifully to jammy blueberries for something that's not too sweet and perfectly balanced. Recipe: Blueberry Cornbread Cobbler Grits With Spring Vegetables This recipe combines the rich comfort of cheesy grits with the brightness of green veggies. Don't stress if you can't find morels — any wild mushroom will do (or just omit entirely). Recipe: Cheesy Grits With Spring Vegetables Peach Galette Grilled peaches and flaky pie crust — need I say more? (Well, yes: serve this hot with vanilla ice cream. That's all.) Recipe: Grilled Peach Galette Watermelon Margaritas There's nothing more satisfying in a drink than sweet fruit with a spicy aftertaste. Try to find the sweetest watermelon you can for the ultimate contrast in flavors. Recipe: Jalapeño Watermelon Margaritas Stuffed Poblano Peppers Your vegetarian friends deserve more than a sad side salad at the cookout. Serve these stuffed peppers instead, and I guarantee they'll thank you endlessly. Recipe: Vegetarian Stuffed Poblano Peppers Butter Strawberry Coffee Cake with Strawberry Icing Ambitious Kitchen / Via If you're looking for the best way to use up fresh strawberries this season, look no further. This coffee cake is perfect for a summer weekend brunch (or midnight snack). Recipe: Brown Butter Strawberry Coffee Cake with Strawberry Icing Satay Skewers with Peanut Sauce Marinated in warm spices and creamy coconut milk, this classic Thai street food is fully adapted to accommodate even the busiest weeknights. Try different proteins to mix things up, or even extra firm tofu for a vegetarian option. Recipe: Chicken Satay Skewers with Peanut Sauce Looking for even more seasonal meals for the start of summer? Download the Tasty app to browse and save 7,500+ free recipes — no subscription required. This post was curated with recipes from the Tasty library using AI and edited by our staff.
CBS News
20 hours ago
- Business
- CBS News
Just Harvest helps to make fresh, farmers' market food accessible
Rain or shine, it's farmers market time, around Western Pennsylvania. So, at PPG Plaza, customers are lining up to buy fresh food locally. This farmer's market is special, though, with the non-profit Just Harvest making fresh fruits, vegetables, and more accessible to all. "This year's very exciting because, along with our Food Bucks program, which provides shoppers additional money to get fruits and veggies, we also have a full SNAP match at select markets," said Just Harvest Communications Coordinator, Katherine Taylor. SNAP stands for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. People apply and qualify for the federal food assistance. Taylor said this is the first year they're matching SNAP funds, dollar for dollar, at eight of the fifteen markets, thanks in part to the city's Food Justice Fund. "It's going to be a great opportunity for shoppers to be able to access more fruits and veggies and healthy food around the city," said Taylor. The Fresh Access program started in 2013, and it allows Just Harvest to bring tents to the farmers' markets. In turn, that gives the community the chance to transfer benefits into tokens, which are accepted by vendors at the market for their food. "People are so excited to hear that they can extend their shopping money further, just by shopping at a farmers market that is local to their neighborhood," said Just Harvest Fresh Access Program Manager, Amanda Sloane. The Fresh Access program is just one of many programs this non-profit provides. Program managers said, Just Harvest makes this possible, by holding a Snap Retailer License. It's a win-win for both sellers and buyers. "Oh, the farmer's markets are a great place to be for the customer and the vendor," Liz Calabro is with Mediterra Bakehouse Market, one of the vendors at the PPG Market, said. "The product representation. The customer gets fresh local products. It's the place to be." Gregory Manley is a Pittsburgh native who works at the farmer's market for the Jose Quiroz Farm. "We get whole buckets full of tokens at the end of our market on Fridays when people are shopping for the weekend, so it's a great benefit for us and hopefully for the shoppers as well," Manley said. They bring as many fruits as possible and vegetables to the market each week. As with many nonprofits, Just Harvest is working to keep its efforts going, hoping to help our neighbors for years to come. "Protecting benefits like SNAP right now is a really crucial time," Taylor said. "So, reach out to us. Get involved, and we'd love to work with anyone." The non-profit also helps people with applying for SNAP, Medicaid, and other benefits programs. Just Harvest also offers a free tax prep program, and the non-profit does policy advocacy work. They are always looking for volunteers. For more information on Just Harvest and how to get involved, go to their website at this link.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Town of Shelburn hosts first farm market of the season on Saturday
SHELBURN, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — The town of Shelburn held their first annual famers market of the season on Saturday morning. This year marks the second annual market for the town, located at the parking lot of the old bank in front of the Shelburn Police Department. The event takes place once a month, and board members hope the event will draw community members in to have the opportunity to purchase homemade goods and fresh items. 'This is kind of neat to get to come out on a Saturday morning, enjoy the weather, chat with the community, people that you don't see very often,' said Paula Montgomery and Bridgette Houser, Shelburn Farm Market Board members. 'People get some good yummy, homemade kind of things to take back with you.' For those interested in becoming a vendor, it is easy and simple. Plus, the market is always welcoming new vendors for completely free. 'There's applications at the town hall. There are applications at the library. We also have them posted on our Facebook page,' said the board members. You can head over to Shelburn Farm Market Facebook page here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
