Beat the August heat at CCFM | Week of August 12, 2013 |
Fresh & LocalWith the heat of Summer bearing down on us, our mantra has been “hydrate, hydrate, hydrate.” High humidity and August heat mean most of us need a lot more water than we normally take in. We are made up of 50-75% water, so it makes sense that we need to drink more during these sweaty months. One way to make hydration fun is to add some fresh herbs to your glass or pitcher. At CCFM, we like to add cucumbers and mint to a pitcher of cold water, but basil, ginger, or your favorite fruit are all a welcome addition. We want everyone hydrated at market, so remember that we always have water at welcome tent. If you forget your cup, you can buy a fun reusable CCFM cup for your hydration needs. Keep cool out there, y’all! |
|
|
|
Pick of the Week: Chicken!Chicken is known for it’s high protein content, but it is also a great pick for other nutritional benefits. High in both amino acids and minerals, cooking with chicken can be a delicious and healthy pick for your mealtime. In the summertime, we love it grilled with a honey glaze, or added to a veggie-kabob for a burst of flavor. Pastured raised chicken has more flavor and nutrients than conventional chicken, so shopping with CCFM vendors is good for your taste-buds and your health! Pick up a whole chicken from Briarhill Farms on Tuesday, or Bartlett Farms at our Saturday market. |
Tuesday’s Green Plate SpecialPurloo’s offerings were such a hit last week, chef Ryan is bringing them back for a second week! Your choice of Creole tomato, goat cheese, and roasted vegetable quiche, arugula and cantaloupe salad with pickled watermelon rind and an allspice vinaigrette, grilled summer corn with lime, cojita cheese & chiles or a refreshing Watermelon and basil soda. This week Ryan is also bringing the flavors of market to his Friday pop-up, with an entirely market sourced meal! For more details, check out Purloo’s facebook page and make your reservation today. |
|
|
Recipe of the WeekSpanish influence in New Orleans cooking is not new. For more than a hundred years of our history, we alternated between Spanish and French rule. Try this fantastic Chilaquiles en salsa verde recipe from CCFM vendor Isabel Mendez and spice things up this week! |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
