The Marco Island Farmers Market is now closed and we can now find fresh local produce for ourselves. Sah, What's in season and where can I get it?
Florida produce is in season from December to June.. Some of Florida's biggest crops include: Blueberries, sweet corn, tomatoes, watermelons, cucumbers, pumpkins, citrus fruits, stone fruitsandgreen beans.
we have The hot honey bee industry in florida. After all, farmers need pollinators for overall plant health and production. Florida is home to more than 300 species of bees.It makes blueberries, cucumbers and watermelons very happy!
I recently connected with someone 2nd generation Collier County beekeeper family. Rubee's Raw Florida Honey There is Immokalee and generate Very high quality honey and related products.This week's recipe features amazing honey – Check out our online store: www.therubees.com/online-store. -tDelivered to Marco's home! Please take a few minutes to peruse our website. – Their history and commitment to bees is inspiring.
So, where can you get local produce until Marco Island Market closes and the snowbirds return? (Why is that?)? Our big-box grocery stores are doing much better with Florida-grown produce. Look for “fresh”. FROM Florida” logo when you shop at Publix or The Fresh Market.
Outside of large grocery stores, we recommend shopping at South Naples Citrus Grove, located at 341 Sabal Palm Road. We have an amazing variety of citrus fruits (the market is located in the middle of the orchard) as well as a wide selection of fresh local produce.About 19 miles from Marco – about halfway to I 75 at Collier Boulevard – EasyPC day trip.
This week's recipe celebrates the start of spring and watermelon season.
If you don't want to handle a whole watermelon, look for one that's already cut or sliced. Put the watermelon in the bowlFresh arugula, Florida blueberries, crumbled feta, and pistachios.In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, add 1 tablespoon local honey, 1 teaspoon mustard (any kind other than yellow), two 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 clove of grated garlic. Cover and shake together. then in addition half cup (±according to your taste) good quality olive oil and a little salt and Season with pepper and shake again.Pour this simple vinaigrette over watermelon salad and enjoy!
Florida pink shrimp would be a great addition to this salad,but,That’s the next column…
Chef Laura still lives and loves Marco Island.she is the owner of Mr. LBeeO Hospitality Services LLC offers personal chef services, cooking demonstrations, and hospitality training on Marco Island. Contact her at laura@lbeeos.com.
