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May 2013

Richmond Main St. Farmers' Market

The Richmond Main St. Farmers' Market returns for the season onWednesday, May 8, 10am to 2pm, 13th and Nevin Ave. There will be

awesome produce and other artisan products, contests, fun kids'activities, and lots more through the season. So come down and

celebrate the season's opening!

Cherry Time!

May is cherry season and the farmers' market is filled withbrightly colored piles of sweet local cherries. From Bings andBurlats, to Brooks and Rainiers, these cherries will sweeten yourspringtime! They're available only in May and June, so get somenow! For more about California fresh cherries click here.

Cool Cucumbers

Botanically speaking, the cucumber is a fruitin the gourd family and in the same genusas the muskmelon. Cucumbers partner wellwith tomatoes, onions, lettuces, andcheeses, as often found in Mediterraneancuisines. Cultivated worldwide, commonmarket varieties include English, Armenian, Japanese, Lemon,and pickling. Cucumbers are typically available in the farmers'

market from May through October. Get out the canning jars!

Market Highlights

From the Manager: New to the market! Savory Crepes - yum! AndJulie's Roasted Corn /Potatoes is here with their new funnel cakes.Yes, we still have lots of healthy fruits and veggies but it doesn't hurt toindulge once in awhile! ---Ron Jackson

Ochoa Flowers: Just in time for Mother's Day! A wonderful array ofcolorful spring and early summer flowers like roses, carnations, lilies,alstroemerias, freezias, eucalyptus branches, and so much more.

J&J Ramos Farms: Watch for their delicious cherries and stonefruitarriving very soon. And pick up some of their awesome almonds, too.

Julies Roasted Corn & Potatoes: Grilled corn on the cob with all kindsof toppings from butter, cheese, and bacon crumbles to mayo, lemonand chili flakes. Stuffed baked potatoes with all kinds of add-ons. Trytheir new awesome funnel cakes, too.

Nunez Farm: Fantastic organic veggies like dinosaur kale, red andgreen cabbage, rainbow chard, green globe artichokes, field carrots ,and lots of red and white potatoes.

Cobblestone Bakery: Awesome pastries like danish filled with f ruit,cheesecake, cannoli, and croissants stuffed with chocolate and othergood things.

La crepe a moi: Both sweet and savory crepes. Savory include hamand cheese, spinach with cramelized onions and Swiss cheese -

decadent! For sweet treats try the chocolate, banana, or strawberry.

Market Events

May 8: Opening Day! Be one of the first 25 people to visit the marketand receive $2 in Carrot Cash to spend at the market. We're alsogiving away roses to all the moms in the crowd in honor of Mother'sDay, while supplies last. There will be great music, kids' act ivities, andall the best farmers and producers to keep you happy. Enter to w inlunch at the market and a bag of fresh seasonal produce.

May 15: Come down and enjoy a very special day! We're celebratingPCFMA's 25th Anniversary! There will be great music, free cake,

kids' crafts, a big contest to win $2,500. The Cookin' t he Market chefs

will be here to show you how easy it is to eat healthy and cook simplyand fresh. Pick up a recipe and taste a sample of what they've

In this Issue

Cherry TimeCool CucumbersMarket HighlightsMarket EventsLocavoreFresh ApproachCookin' the Market

Cherry RecipesWhat's in Season

Food Festivals - May

BerryFest

Saturday and Sunday, May11 & 12, Placer CountyFairgrounds. Certifiedorganic and local from PlacerCounty and some bordering

counties. Great food, artsand crafts, music, contests,exhibits, demonstrations, andshopping.

Castroville Artichoke

Festival

Saturday & Sunday, May19th and 20th, CastrovillePark. Agro-art competition,parade, live music, children'sactivities, and artichokes -fried, sauted, grilled,marinated, pickled, fresh andcreamed in soup. There willbe cooking demonstrationsand field tours to nearbyartichoke farms.

Fresh Approach

May is an exciting time ofyear for Fresh Approach! Weare piloting a MobileFarmers Market this springin Contra Costa County.Starting this month, theFreshest Cargo vehicle willbe visiting sites in Richmond,San Pablo, Pittsburg, andBrentwood. Add us onFacebook to hear about siteswe are visiting and follow thetrucks progress here!