Mill City Farmers Market vendor Pure Ginger for You shares their journey into business tied with Beau’s immigration story, health changes and a calling to serve the community through the COVID-19 pandemic. By Jenny Heck “Back in Liberia, ginger was my mother’s pharmacy. We made ginger tea and beer almost every week. The benefits were… Read More →
Microgreens aren’t just for garnish! These flavorful and nutrient dense greens are a delicious way to eat locally grown produce year round, like in this recipe from our nutrition intern Olivia Jacobs. Feeling a little extra? Turn the recipe into a quiche with a frozen pie crust from our vendor Vikings & Goddesses Pie Co… Read More →
Need more greens? These easy meatballs are a great way to sneak extra vegetables into a classic. They taste just as delicious as the original, with the added benefits of spinach! Serve meatballs with tomato sauce and pasta (or zucchini noodles) or on bread for meatball subs. If you want to get your kids involved… Read More →
This recipe comes from Mill City Farmers Market vendor Jeremy McAdams who owns Northwood Mushrooms farm with his wife Aimee. The simple market omelete is perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features ingredients from fellow market vendors. Keep it simple as is or serve with a side of local mixed greens and vinaigrette. Learn… Read More →
Mill City Farmers Market vendor Carlos Palacios, owner of Cafe Palmira, shares the story behind his 4th-generation family coffee farm and the changes and challenges facing the industry. By Victoria Blanco When the pandemic hit, Carlos Palacios, owner of Cafe Palmira, stayed connected with clients the way he has for the past fourteen years: by… Read More →
Founders of Women’s Environmental Institute, one of Mill City Farmers Market’s year-round vendors, share the 20-year “herstory” of the certified organic farm and orchard and it’s unique role as a non-profit in Minnesota farming. By Alia Jeraj, @aliaxgrace “We are a farm, but we are more than a farm,” says Jacque Zita, Director of Education… Read More →
Wild salmon (not farm-raised) is one of the best sources of essential fatty acids (such as the all-important Omega-3) a rich source of high-quality protein. It generally contains low amounts of contaminants (like mercury) compared to other seafood. Wild salmon is also a true brain food, improving everything from your synaptic connections to your mood… Read More →
