Is there anything better on a hot summer day than a juicy heirloom tomato, with cool, crisp cucumber chunks, a sprinkle of salt and a splash of your favorite vinegar? Refreshing and reviving!
As we know, every small action in defense of creation makes a difference and since most food in groceries travels an average of 1,500 miles before it reaches your plate, the decision to buy locally makes a positive impact on the environment by using less energy and creating fewer emissions. But most importantly, and the thing that keeps me coming back is – it tastes better and is beautiful! Once you enjoy a vine ripened cantaloupe, and garden-fresh green beans there is no going back! Also, the super fresh produce picked the day you buy stays fresh longer and retains more nutrients. Go ahead and stock up for the week, stored properly, your selections will be just fine.
Farmers Markets and CSA’s (Community Supported Agriculture) are both great ways to support and benefit from a local food system. No matter what day of the week you prefer to shop, you’ll find a farmers’ market to meet your needs.
Our McLean Farmers’ Market is every Friday at Lewinsville Park from 8 a.m. to noon, this is a small market, but the several produce vendors can likely supply your weekly needs for veggies and fruit, plus there are a couple bakeries, a local meat producer and other specialties, including pots of flowers and herbs ready to plant, and don’t forget to bring your week’s kitchen scraps for the compost collection!
Search Fairfax County Farmers Markets for locations around the county on different days. The Saturday market at City Hall in Falls Church is a year-round affair with everything from prepared food to original art along with produce and fruit vendors, it is worth a family outing; the aromas and tempting displays will offer something for everyone. (The line at Mama’s Donut Bites attests to its popularity.) Arlington also has markets on various days, including one at Westover on Sunday mornings.
Many vendors farm in Virginia’s northern neck; others are from central or western parts of the state and some orchards come from close-by Pennsylvania. The local market organizations have strict requirements about selling products grown and produced by the vendor.
Treat your senses to the joys of freshness, knowing you are supporting the earth and the farmers who bring forth these nourishing blessings.
As we know, every small action in defense of creation makes a difference and since most food in groceries travels an average of 1,500 miles before it reaches your plate, the decision to buy locally makes a positive impact on the environment by using less energy and creating fewer emissions. But most importantly, and the thing that keeps me coming back is – it tastes better and is beautiful! Once you enjoy a vine ripened cantaloupe, and garden-fresh green beans there is no going back! Also, the super fresh produce picked the day you buy stays fresh longer and retains more nutrients. Go ahead and stock up for the week, stored properly, your selections will be just fine.
Farmers Markets and CSA’s (Community Supported Agriculture) are both great ways to support and benefit from a local food system. No matter what day of the week you prefer to shop, you’ll find a farmers’ market to meet your needs.
Our McLean Farmers’ Market is every Friday at Lewinsville Park from 8 a.m. to noon, this is a small market, but the several produce vendors can likely supply your weekly needs for veggies and fruit, plus there are a couple bakeries, a local meat producer and other specialties, including pots of flowers and herbs ready to plant, and don’t forget to bring your week’s kitchen scraps for the compost collection!
Search Fairfax County Farmers Markets for locations around the county on different days. The Saturday market at City Hall in Falls Church is a year-round affair with everything from prepared food to original art along with produce and fruit vendors, it is worth a family outing; the aromas and tempting displays will offer something for everyone. (The line at Mama’s Donut Bites attests to its popularity.) Arlington also has markets on various days, including one at Westover on Sunday mornings.
Many vendors farm in Virginia’s northern neck; others are from central or western parts of the state and some orchards come from close-by Pennsylvania. The local market organizations have strict requirements about selling products grown and produced by the vendor.
Treat your senses to the joys of freshness, knowing you are supporting the earth and the farmers who bring forth these nourishing blessings.