What a scrumptious feeling… I’m overflowing with appreciation for our market community. My appreciation flows effortlessly over, inside and out of me. I find myself thinking, “Who wouldn’t want to be HERE at the Saugerties Farmers Market? What a wonderful way to spend my Saturday!” I understand why so many keep coming back to the market. There are so many reasons; the community feel, the people, the feeling of home, the food, the artisanal products, all of that is why we keep coming back. That feeling of home allows folks to sit and talk awhile. Sitting relaxing in the sun, that is an image we rarely see in today’s busy world. Who wouldn’t appreciate an excuse to enjoy the little things in life? Of course, as we all know, the little things are what make up the big things.
While I was talking with Kingston Community Radio the other day, my host mentioned how the Saugerties Farmers Market, “Keeps getting bigger and better!” It’s true, just last week we had two new vendors sign up, and we continue to receive new inquiries from businesses wanting to come to our market. We’re proud to be in such high demand, and are proud of ourselves for keeping the integrity of our market while expanding. Local, Fresh, Homemade products will continue to be our focus and mission.
Allow me to feed your senses with a little ditty of what you can expect from the Saugerties Farmers Market. “Just last week I was in the process of planning my post-engagement celebratory dinner. It was to be a small affair, just my Fiancée and me. As I planned the courses, I kept the Saugerties Farmers Market in mind. To my delight, I was able to collect all ingredients needed at the Market. In preparation, I started with my main dish; marinated Sea Bass with homemade Moroccan lemon pickle. The fresh Sea Bass was shimmery and slippery as I attempted to place its meaty exterior on the cutting board. The Sea Bass smelled like fish, but it was a faint smell, indicative of its freshness. As I poured the pungent lemon rind over the fish, I could almost taste the chemical relationship. The fish happily soaked up the citrus and marinated luxuriously in the extra spices I had decided upon. After my outdoor grill heated up, I laid the tender Bass on to cook. I then moved onto the crisp Asparagus I had purchased. While at the market, I was offered the chance to hand pick every piece of Asparagus I desired. I chose all thin pieces. I wanted the meal to resemble light festivity. The thinner the asparagus, the easier the eating. After trimming the bottoms, I poured a light oil sautéed array of fresh garlic, scallion and spinach, over the asparagus. The preparation was hot enough to gently steam all pieces of asparagus perfectly. My last dish was a tossed bed of salad mix, completed with bright peppy radishes, pea shoots, roasted pumpkin seeds, fresh goat cheese and a light apple cider dressing. The feeling of accomplishment I had from locally sourcing all of my ingredients was wonderful. After I had collected the Sea Bass from the smoking grill, and plated all the dishes, I unwrapped a prized gluten free strawberry pie. The reaction my hard work earned me was priceless. The ingredients were high quality, that quality transferred into to my meal, and the result… was delicious!”
Be sure to create a masterpiece of your own by shopping at the Saugerties Farmers Market! Plus, this week we’ll be celebrating DAD! We have an exciting day planned for your family to enjoy together. Enjoy all vendors and farmers; feel good about getting a massage when all proceeds go to the Saugerties Playground Fund; win prizes at our kids fishing game; enjoy a tasty bite from our BBQ Chef Demo; play Dad’s verses Kid’s Kickball. Everyone gets a chance to win our one of a kind Market Dad Basket (packed with market products) Raffle. Have your kids make their Dad a one of a kind gift at the Art Lab tent, and so much more! Don’t miss this event!!
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