My roam through the farmer's market today yielded some interesting new finds: cranberry beans and the fairy tale eggplant - a lighter, sweeter, less bitter alternative to it's classic dark purple cousin. These items were spied at the Sycamore Farms stand and I couldn't resist picking them up along with some heirloom tomatoes, yellow and red peppers and a white eggplant. I enjoyed shopping at this laid back vendor, they were extremely friendly and I was offered suggestions on how to use the beans. I'm not sure what I'm going to do with them yet but instructions for cooking were to hull the beans and drop into boiling water for 20 minutes. The buttery beans can be added to pasta, salads, risotto. Endless possibilities. I am very excited for this gastronomic experiment.
Next I made a quick pit stop at S&S.O Produce. Not as friendly as Sycamore Farms but I was drawn to their artfully displayed boxes of red potatoes and cippolini onions. This will be simple. Roasted potatoes with caramelized onions, maybe some chives sprinkled on top. I'll have to see what's in the fridge.
Cook for nourishment. Eat for sport
Today is Sunday, February 5, 2012
Posts for September 13th 2008
Farmer's Market Stroll
Sep13
Ipuddo, 65 4th Avenue
The greeting when you walk into the dining room is a definite indicator as to how your meal will go; comforting, familiar and soul warming. Every time we go to Ipuddo the meal is the same: Pork buns and Akamaru Modern ramen. The pork is mouth wateringly moist and the creamy ramen broth is unbelievably flavorful. Whether you decide on a quick lunch or a late and lazy dinner, your appetite will thank you.
