February 10, 2007

Monica Lear, Virginia Cooperative Extension Horticultural Agent, as well as Arlington Farmers Market Manager and most recent AFM Newsletter Editor, amongst other duties, has left for a position in the DC government. Anyone interested in contributing articles, recipes, or even take over editor duties, please feel free to contact me at

news@arlingtonfarmersmarket.com

Although it’s finally winter, there are plenty fresh foods at the Arlington Farmers Market. Several growers have greenhouses to keep greens and veggies coming all winter. And of course AFM producers have much more than vegetables.

• Bakeries

Atwater Bakery has a wide variety of Breads and other tasty treats.
Takoma Kitchens - Breads, Pastries, Pies, Granola, Empanadas and other baked treats.
Valentine Bakery is a new vendor to the Winter Market this year.

• Dairies

Blue Highland Dairy - Fresh Milk, Cream, Butter, soft Cheeses, included a Greek Olive Feta, and recently eggs.
Blue Ridge Dairy - Italian Cheeses including Mozzarella, Ricotta, Feta and Mascarpone.
Fields of Grace - a variety of aged cheeses, including 5 kinds of Cheddar, smoked and regular Gouda, Feta, and flavored cheese curds. The camembert won’t be available again until spring.

• Meats

EcoFriendly Foods - Beef, Pork, Lamb, Chicken, Sausages and Eggs.
Smith Meadow Meats - Free Range Beef, Pork, Veal, Goat, Lamb, Chicken and Eggs. From the kitchen, Pasta and Sauces, special offer, $1 off if you buy one of each.

• Produce and Orchards

D & S Orchard - Jellies, Jams, and Syrups plus produce in season.
Endless Summer Harvest - hydroponic grown Lettuce and Herbs, whole heads and Salad Mixes.
Sunnyside Organic is a new vendor to the winter market this year. Their all organic goods include a variety of greens, baby turnips, sweet apple cider, as well as eggs and chicken.
Toigo Orchard - Apples and Pears, along with Horseradish, Salsas, Cider and Cranberry-Apple Cider and Bourbon Peaches. The Apple butter has no added sugar.
Twin Springs Fruit Farm - Apples and Pears, Cider, Tomatoes, Squash, Potatoes and Eggplant. Look for Cucumbers in a few weeks.
Mother Earth Organic Mushrooms - Mushrooms of course, but the Hedgehogs and Woodears are available this time of year, and make a good addition to winter soups.

• Specialty

Bees ‘n Blossom - Honey, plain and spiced, and honey products including Soaps, Creams, Lip Balm and cough soother. Their Plain Honey Jelly won a Blue Ribbon at the 2006 Virginia State Fair.
So Very Special sells soaps, creams, herbal products, and potted herbs.

Apologies if I missed a vendor. Don't you miss the great foods from the Producers only Arlington Farmers Market!