Market Umbrella is an independent nonprofit 501(c)(3), based in New Orleans, whose mission is to cultivate the power of farmers markets to drive economic and community health in the region. Market Umbrella has operated the Crescent City Farmers Markets (CCFM) since 1995.
Recipe Archive
What’s your favorite dish to make after visiting the Crescent City Farmers Market? Share your recipes with us on Instagram or Facebook and it might be featured in our weekly newsletter!
Southern Sweet Potato Pie
This creamy sweet potato pie is perfectly spiced and slices beautifully! Add a dollop of whipped cream and this southern dessert will make for a memorable dish.
Turkey Tostadas
In the coming weeks, many Americans will gather together with friends and family to celebrate Thanksgiving. When the fun is done, you may be left with more turkey than you anticipated. Try this delicious turkey tostada recipe to help use up those leftovers!
Horchata
Here's a recipe that promises a blend of fiber-rich ingredients and creamy goodness. Celebrate Dia de los Muertos with this nutrient-rich Horchata drink recipe that is both healthy AND delicious!
Satsuma Cheesecake
You will love this satsuma orange cheesecake recipe. The tang of cream cheese and sour cream in the filling rounds out the citrusy sweetness for an unforgettable dessert.
Satsuma Vinaigrette
This zingy satsuma vinaigrette takes just minutes to make! It capitalizes on the juicy fruit to make a dressing that livens up any salad.
Egg Breakfast Muffin Tin Frittata
Start your day off right with these flavorful protein and veggie packed personal breakfast favorites that are easy to make in advance and enjoy all week long.
Grilled Green Onions
If you love onions, then you are going to love these grilled green onions. Great alongside tacos or paired with beef, chicken, or vegetables, you’ll be happy you tried this simple recipe, prepared with green onions available at CCFM almost all year long!
Persimmon Cookies
It is fall and persimmons are here! Enjoy this delicious autumn recipe and celebrate the cooler weather with this warm treat.
New Orleans Bread Pudding
As our community works to rebuild post Hurricane Ida, there will be fewer fresh produce options at the markets for weeks to come. However, bread and eggs are still readily available, so why not make some bread pudding to help recover?
Grilled Zucchini and Eggplant with Basil Vinaigrette
This week we bring you a simple recipe for the grill, using the delicious zucchini and eggplant that are featured at markets right now. This recipe also features fresh basil; consider picking some basil plant starts up at market so you can always have fresh basil on hand in the coming weeks.
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About Us
The Crescent City Farmers Market operates weekly year-round throughout New Orleans. The CCFM hosts 70+ local small farmers, fishers, and food producers, and more than 150,000 shoppers annually.