When it comes to stone fruits, plums probably wouldn't win any popularity contests. Yes, they're delicious and come in an astounding number of varieties. But somehow they always remain in the shadow of the mighty peach. Well, we're gonna made a bold statement here, but when it comes to baking, we ('we' being the EFM management) declare the humble plum superior to the peach! When cooked, plums get sweeter and more vibrant and almost jam-like. And even over ripe plums are great for baking. So give this yummy cobbler recipe a try!

Get the cobbler recipe here.

Or try one of 20 other plum desserts 

Ready for a taste of Fall? The first Honeycrisp apples of the season arrive tomorrow at Scholl Orchards! And another Scholl favorite makes its debut this week. Enjoy a sweet and juicy pop of flavor with the first Bubble Gum plums! 

Tomatoes are still ripening like crazy and we've got plenty to continue our tomato bulk bag sale! Now's the time to freeze them, can them or turn them into sauce and salsa for the winter! My favorite way to preserve tomatoes is to quarter and can them in mason jars. They're perfect for soups, stews and chilis in the wintertime! But if canning is not your thing or time is not on your side, whole frozen tomatoes are the way to go. As they defrost, the skin peels right off and they're ready to cook with right away! Take advantage of this beautiful weather mother nature has gifted us with and stock up on summer's bounty of tomatoes! - Jess

Also available this week: Head lettuce, lettuce mix, arugula, spicy european mesclun mix, kale (red curly, green curly, tuscan), swiss chard, collard greens, scallions, carrots, dill, parsley, cilantro, slicing tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, red cabbage, green zucchini, yellow zucchini, cucumbers, english style cucumbers, red potatoes, yukon gold potatoes, red onions, leeks, yellow onions, basil, celery, eggplant, green bell peppers, jalapenos, poblanos, sweet bell peppers (red, orange, yellow), and sweet Italian horn peppers. 

Another week of tomato madness at Cabbage Throw Farm. Crates and crates of tomatoes are rolling in and it’s a great time to try some customer recommended recipes. First, tomato confit! Made with any type of tomato in olive oil and baked in oven. Or how does a cheesy pan-fried tomato stack sound? And of course there’s always the beloved tomato sandwich! 

Colorful peppers and Italian and Japanese Eggplant are ripening as well and include varieties such as sweet Carmen peppers, spicy Anaheim’s, bell peppers and serranos. Also available: shishito peppers, tomatillos, escarole, fennel, beets, carrots, Comeback Farm potatoes and more!

Interested in canning the best part of summer?! Bulk boxes of heirlooms and plum tomatoes are available for preorder and market pick up by contacting cabbagethrowfarm@gmail.com.

Time for Grapes! Phillips Farms will have different varieties available throughout the season, and all are seedless except for Concords (which ripen in September). Local grapes are something special and unique to farmers markets… you won’t find these sweet gems at the grocery store. This week’s varieties will include Somerset, Himrod and Canadice. Other produce available at Phillips this week: Sugar Cube cantaloupe, regular cantaloupe, seedless watermelon, peaches, nectarines, blackberries, raspberries, new crop apples, Jersey tomatoes, corn, zucchini, green beans, cucumbers, eggplant, peppers, carrots, kale, beets, onions, garlic and more. 

"What are those brain coral flowers?" - "Oh those are called cockscomb celosia!" 

It's probably Holy Cow's most frequently asked question, and for good reason! They look funny, feel funny, have a funny name, and are just so fun. A member of the widely varied Celosia family, Cockscomb are a long lasting bloom that comes in a bunch of bold colors. They work well in bouquets as a fun texture and pop of color, and there's nothing quite like a small bunch of cockscomb in a vase. 'Tis the season for cockscomb right now at Holy Cow Flowers, they'll be gone in a just a couple more weeks. So be sure to stop by their booth to check out these amazing blooms! 

Given the slight hint of Fall in the air, Eileen is featuring her new (husband-approved) Gluten Free Pumpkin Crunch Muffin this week! She will also have peach pie and strawberry shortcake slices, plus lots of other delicious goodies. 

Summer Grillers... it starts with pasture-raised pork, and Breakaway's beloved Sweet Italian sausage recipe. Next comes the lemon zest and and some white wine for a delicious summer zing. Get that grill started! 

Pro Tip: Grill and slice any Breakaway sausage and enjoy over your favorite leafy green salad. 

Here's another fabulous Tombler's Bakery item that you may not be aware of... Weyerbacher spent grain Pizza Crust. These hearty crusts are par-baked and only take about 15 min to make. They are the perfect platform for all the amazing market veggies available right now... fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil peppers, sweet onions you name it! And of course your favorite market cheese. (Tomblers includes cooking instructions and recipe to take home with your crusts too). Not to mention... this is a fantastic sustainability partnership with Weyerbacher Brewing Co.!

Is your skin taking a beating from the hot summer sun? Buzz by Funny Farm Apiaries tent this Saturday and get $1.00 off Lotion and/or Sunscreen bars. Hydrate and protect your skin with their amazing silky-smooth bars. Grab your favorite scent before they are all gone! 

Rob is featuring his first Gouda cheese of the season. It's perfect atop a juicy grilled burger and makes a fabulous grilled cheese!

Rob will also have spreadable cheeses, yogurt, smoothies, feta, halloumi, ricotta, and hard cheeses. Stop by for a healthy sheep milk treat!

Want a homecooked meal without the prep? Stop by Mattie's tent on Saturdays to get yourself a homemade, hand-stretched strudel! Their strudels are frozen to ensure freshness. All you have to do is unwrap your strudel, bake it in the oven for 30-45 minutes, and have a hot and homemade breakfast, lunch, dinner, and/or dessert. Enjoy!

This week's bevereage menu:

Mango Bojito - Tomboy Bourbon, Mango, Lime, Mint & Simple 

Peach Me How To Dougie - Vodka, Peach, Lemon, Simple 

Non-alcoholic (or add your favorite spirit) Crushie:

Disco Lemonade - Strawberry, Pineapple, Lemonade 

This Week from Zekraft: Two soups: Salmon Corn Chowder Soup, and Tuscan

Things are starting to get busy! And we love Zekraft's ready-made, organic and locally-sourced salads for quick and asy lunches/dinners. This week: Thai Peanut Chicken, Cherry Chicken, Smoked Gouda Chicken, Roasted Summer Vegetable Salad (V), Southwestern Salmon Salad, Quinoa Chickpea Salad (V), or Turkey Cobb Salad. 

For the sweet tooth: Chocolate PB Mousse, or Key Lime PIE Jar!!

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It's tomato season and Apple Ridge's Fire-roasted Tomato Wheat Sourdough is back - for a limited time only! 

Have you tried a cold brew coffee from Roastwell Coffee Roasters? Their 24 hour method creates a smooth, easy drinking beverage that's low acidity & tastes great over ice or in any of these many specialty drinks they offer. Want some for later? Bring your own growler and they'll happily fill it for you. And if you're feeling adventurous you can purchase the same coffee beans they use and make it yourself at home. In addition we'll have some goodies to go with your coffee including vegan breakfast coffees, raspberry squares & ham & cheddar scones. 

Pre-order your coffee or tea online and Roastwell will have it bagged, tagged & waiting for you at the market!

This week's B.O.D. is "Pinger"

You guessed it... a delish combo of peaches and ginger!

Bella’s Bistro will be bringing back their handmade Pumpkin-Peanut Butter cookies this week! These are great for an everyday treat and the added cinnamon can help with inflammation and digestion. They are sold by the dozen in small and large sizes and sold individually in an extra large size. Make sure to stop by to get yours before they run out!

You can also pre-order any of their products on their website at www.bellasbistroshop.com and pick it up on Saturday. Venmo and credit cards accepted.

Looking to add some tranquility or clarity to your day? Stop by this week for a bar of tranquility soap or clarity soap. Tranquility has vetiver essential oil in it. Deemed the "oil of tranquility", it is oh so relaxing with a woodsy scent that Susan sweetens with tangerine essential oil. It also comes in body massage oil and body spray. Teels Hill's clarity soap is also relaxing and scented with clary sage essential oil. It's also available as a body spray.

Half way through August!  Time does fly by! This week the Bubbly Goat is running a special on candles. They are continuing to make room for their fall scents and have a small amount of spring/summer scents available. These will be discounted at a special price. So stop by and check them out! They will also have all of their soaps and other products available.