Even if you're not a hippie or a hipster, farmers markets are awesome. I know some of you don't live where you have year-round access to them, and that's a crying shame. I'm lucky in San Francisco. When I lived in Texas I think we only had them in the summertime. In New Jersey we had the apple farmers' market in the fall. Do a little research and see what's available where you live.
I am extremely lucky in that there's a daily one just a few blocks from me. Almost everything is local, quite a bit of it is organic, and all of it is super cheap. My booty yesterday:
A huge bag of brussels sprouts, a shallot, an avocado, 2 organic apples (pricey at $1.49/lb, but worth it), a bag of radishes, a head of broccoli, and a bag of grapes. That was a total of $8.48. I also bought local coffee creamer ($1.59), local sparkling mineral water ($1.49), and low-sodium soy sauce (a whopping $3.50). Grand total: $15.06.
Then, because I walked home past a florist, I bought myself a gerbera daisy for $2. Maybe not the best use of my funds when I'm extreme-budgeting, but I spend a LOT of time at my kitchen table, and it honestly brightens up my workspace just as much as a huge bouquet would. I can treat myself every once in a while.
Another option that I haven't done myself because I am usually feeding for one or two vs. a family is to join a CSA. You get a huge box of fresh, local, organic produce delivered TO YOUR DOOR. What an awesome concept! It's usually $20-$30/week, which stays right in your community. Here's a link to find one in your area.
Happy eating!
1 comment:
and a gerbera lasts a LONG time, so the $2 is worth it. I have to give them a plug as my favorite cut flower. Nice job on the blog, keep it up!
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