Tag archive for ‘farmers’ market’

  • In Season Now: Blueberries

    They’re little and blue and burst with delight when you pop them in your mouth. This week Michelle Beck devotes her column to blueberries, which can be used in sweet as well as savory dishes, such as salads and as a sauce on pork or fish. She also offers several gluten-free pancake, muffin and baked dessert recipes for blueberries.

  • In Season Now: Dill, salad greens, ginger chips

    Dill is for more than just pickles. As the herb comes into season, try it in a variety of dishes such as salads, a pesto on fish or chicken, or in a number of Greek-inspired recipes. Also, columnist Michelle Beck gives tips on expanding your lettuce repertoire, using crystalized ginger, and trying new gluten-free products.

  • Garden Fest is ‘Green and Clean’ at Bakersfield College

    BC’s horticulture department hosts the day-long Garden Fest on April 24 with gardening workshops, a plant sale, cooking demonstrations, floral design, pet care, outdoor leisure, a hybrid car show, and arts and crafts.

  • In Season Now: Avocados, garlic blossoms, blueberry planting

    Columnist Michelle Beck highlights the newest finds at local markets: California-grown avocados and mild-tasting garlic blossoms. Also now is the time to plant blueberries and fennel, and here are some ideas for making your own yogurt and cheese at home.

  • Celebrate the ‘Art of Downtown’ at street faire

    Artists and performers will take to the streets along Chester Avenue for the Art of Downtown Street Faire, featuring family activities, art demonstrations, and more. Also don’t miss local acts Soulajar and Near Miss Mallet at the Fox Theater and an opening reception for Alberto Herrera at the JP Jennings Center for the Arts.

  • In Season Now: Beets, squash blossoms, green garlic

    Columnist Michelle Beck shares recipes for produce you’ll find now at the Farmers’ Market: beets, squash blossoms, green garlic, and spring onions. Plus, TV shows you don’t want to miss, including “Jamie Oliver’s Food Revolution” and the PBS cooking show by the folks at Cook’s Illustrated, “America’s Test Kitchen.”

  • Homegrown tomato business sprouts in Bakersfield

    Baby tomato, eggplant and pepper plants fill Louise Kaiser’s home every spring as she raises thousands of starters to sell at the Bakersfield Farmers’ Market. Go inside her homegrown operation with this video and story by Jeff Nachtigal.

  • In Season Now: Snap peas, asparagus and artichokes

    Early spring vegetables are here! Look for sugar snap peas, asparagus and artichokes in produce aisles and at the Farmers’ Market. Also, columnist Michelle Beck offers more gluten-free finds, such as flour blends, donuts, waffles and bread crumbs.

  • In Season Now: Napa cabbage, grow your own veggies

    Seasonal eating columnist Michelle Beck shares recipes for preparing Napa cabbage, as well as ideas for growing your own vegetables at home and a way to zest up your muffins.

  • In Season Now: Time to plant those tomatoes

    Beat Bakersfield’s heat by planting your tomatoes now, writes columnist Michelle Beck. Read her tips and tricks for successful tomato growing.