Farmers Market Ideas for Your Table

Summer is in full swing and if you're in the Central Valley and looking to experience the freshest local produce and artisanal goods, the region's farmers markets are a must-visit. Here are a couple of local markets that offer the best that farmers and vendors have to offer, creating a true farm-to-table experience.

Visalia Farmers Market is located in the heart of California's Central Valley. Offering locally grown produce and handmade products seasonally available year-round, with over 60 merchants. Open year-round, every Saturday, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM., at 2231 W. Main St, Visalia, CA.

Hanford’s Thursday Night Market Place offers attendees a wide variety of activities. Every Thursday, May through October, 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM. Located in Civic Park, featuring live entertainment, locally grown produce, food vendors and artisan foods & goods!

Wondering what to make with your farmers market bounty? Here are a few fresh summer recipes that highlight the vibrant flavors of farmers market produce:

This Grilled Vegetable Salad is a delicious recipe to use all those beautiful veggies you purchased. It is sure to be the hit at your next summer get-together!

If you are needing a main dish option, create a vibrant and fresh Farmers Market Pasta, bursting with the flavors of the season's best vegetables. It is filling, fresh and delicious!

Summer isn’t summer without fresh peaches! Peach Cobbler requires only a few ingredients, is easy to make and your friends and family will be begging for more.

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