Chef Blake Dewey returns to cook at Denver!The burners are on at 9am in Denver when Chef Blake Dewey of Pomodoro’s in Mooresville returns to cook for us. This year – ostrich from Bird Brain Ostrich Ranch is on the menu along with delicious local fruits and veggies. DOWNTOWN LINCOLNTON – bakery items, blackberries, blueberries,.. read more →

My new favorite squash recipe!

Extension is providing vegetable information sheets at your favorite farmers market vendors. Make sure to ask for the squash sheet. I love this easy recipe – great color and flavor! SUMMER SQUASH AND CORN (MAKES 5 SERVINGS)1-1/2 tablespoons light olive oil1 large red bell pepper, diced2 medium summer squash, halved lengthwise and sliced 1/4 inch.. read more →

Eat Local Challenge!

This Sunday, Ann and Jody Rhyne of Lincolnton are eating local for a week.A regular shopper at the Lincolnton market, Ann is not changing her menu all that much – she just needed to buy meat. Armed with her new Foothills Fresh local farm guide and her telephone, she called and visited several local farms.. read more →

Celebrate with Independents!

Celebrate the 4th of July by shopping with your local independent business owners – our area farmers. The markets will be open on their regular schedule this holiday week. There should be plenty of red, white and blue fruits and veggies to dress up your plate! DOWNTOWN LINCOLNTON – bakery items, beets, blueberries, fresh brewed.. read more →