Locavore odds and ends: By this time next week, there will be farmers markets!

Rittenhouse Farmers Market | southjerseylocavore.com

Earlier this week, I posted the opening dates for farmers markets in South Jersey that open in May. On Wednesday, May 1, the Westmont Farmers Market will kick off the season, followed closely by the Collingswood Farmers Market the following Saturday morning. It’s a beautiful Saturday morning as I type this, and I wish there [...]

South Jersey farmers markets opening dates for May 2013

Collingswood Farmers Market - Jersey Fresh spinach | southjerseylocavore.com

I will miss both the opening days for the Westmont Farmers Market and the Collingswood Farmers Market this year. But, don’t feel too bad for me. I’ll be touring sustainable wineries, restaurants and other wonderful places in California for several days at the beginning of May. I’m incredibly excited about this trip, and I’ll have [...]

Locavore odds and ends: My recommendations for Center City Restaurant Week and more

FU Sandy from Flying Fish | southjerseylocavore.com

A few years ago, someone put forth the theory that the third Monday in January is the most depressing day of the year. The weather is usually poor. Holiday bills are starting to arrive in the mail. New Year’s Resolutions are being broken left and right. We’re coming up to that Monday, and if the [...]