Light Bulb on Garlic

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Light Bulb on Garlic

Light Bulb on Garlic

Garlic is one of those things that is so very loved by some and not so much by others, a true dichotomy if you start asking around. Here’s an example of that divide, even in our culinary specialist Miss Jenn’s’ own family, as her parents cooked with garlic daily while growing up.  Now she and… Read More »

Garlic is one of those things that is so very loved by some and not so much by others, a true dichotomy if you start asking around. Here’s an example of that divide, even in our culinary specialist Miss Jenn’s’ own family, as her parents cooked with garlic daily while growing up.  Now she and… Read More »

Garlic Scape Season

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Garlic Scape Season

Garlic Scape Season

You may have heard about garlic scapes and their alluring flavor and uncommonly unique taste. Garlic scapes are a vegetable, an aromatic, and also an herb all in one. They are the tender stem and flower buds of a garlic plant and grow straight up from a garlic bulb and then curl a bit by… Read More »

You may have heard about garlic scapes and their alluring flavor and uncommonly unique taste. Garlic scapes are a vegetable, an aromatic, and also an herb all in one. They are the tender stem and flower buds of a garlic plant and grow straight up from a garlic bulb and then curl a bit by… Read More »

Stop and Smell the Garlic

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Stop and Smell the Garlic

Stop and Smell the Garlic

Garlic may be one of the oldest cultivated crops according to some historians and as a result of it’s longevity it’s become a staple in many diets and cuisines across the globe. Rich in antioxidants it is considered by health experts to have many health benefits and we find it just plain delicious.  There are… Read More »

Garlic may be one of the oldest cultivated crops according to some historians and as a result of it’s longevity it’s become a staple in many diets and cuisines across the globe. Rich in antioxidants it is considered by health experts to have many health benefits and we find it just plain delicious.  There are… Read More »

Never E-scape the Garlic!

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Never E-scape the Garlic!

Never E-scape the Garlic!

As food growers, we tend to be foodies, that is food fanatics. Our sustainable farm loves innovative growing techniques which also translates to inventive cooking and eating. So when garlic scapes are in season on our farm we couldn’t be more excited to get to work on new & delicious seasonal recipes with you in… Read More »

As food growers, we tend to be foodies, that is food fanatics. Our sustainable farm loves innovative growing techniques which also translates to inventive cooking and eating. So when garlic scapes are in season on our farm we couldn’t be more excited to get to work on new & delicious seasonal recipes with you in… Read More »

CSA Week 2024

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CSA Week 2024

CSA Week 2024

It’s time to celebrate Community Supported Agriculture during CSA week taking place February 19th – 25th this year. CSA week is a chance to learn more about enjoying a healthier lifestyle and connecting with your local farm in your community. In this article we will highlight the many benefits of CSA and how you can… Read More »

It’s time to celebrate Community Supported Agriculture during CSA week taking place February 19th – 25th this year. CSA week is a chance to learn more about enjoying a healthier lifestyle and connecting with your local farm in your community. In this article we will highlight the many benefits of CSA and how you can… Read More »

Magic Moments of 2023

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Magic Moments of 2023

Magic Moments of 2023

As we wind down the year, it’s a great time to reflect on the previous one. Looking back on 2023 we are grateful for many things including growing healthy food and feeding people while providing opportunities for families to experience visiting a real working farm and learn how food is grown. We are most grateful… Read More »

As we wind down the year, it’s a great time to reflect on the previous one. Looking back on 2023 we are grateful for many things including growing healthy food and feeding people while providing opportunities for families to experience visiting a real working farm and learn how food is grown. We are most grateful… Read More »

Gobble it Up!

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Gobble it Up!

Gobble it Up!

Holidays are a time for being with the ones you love and creating wonderful memories around the table. Whether you are cooking a holiday meal for the first time or are a seasoned professional, this ultimate guide can help you be prepared to enjoy the day and make the most of your celebration. Our Ultimate… Read More »

Holidays are a time for being with the ones you love and creating wonderful memories around the table. Whether you are cooking a holiday meal for the first time or are a seasoned professional, this ultimate guide can help you be prepared to enjoy the day and make the most of your celebration. Our Ultimate… Read More »

Catering to All Foodies

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Catering to All Foodies

Catering to All Foodies

You Knead To Eat. There is something about being outside in the fresh air on a farm that brings out the hunger in people. Maybe it’s the fun pick-your-own activities, the fresh vegetables and fruits in their natural habitat, or spending time outdoors in the beautiful scenery that stimulates appetites like no other. Folks are… Read More »

You Knead To Eat. There is something about being outside in the fresh air on a farm that brings out the hunger in people. Maybe it’s the fun pick-your-own activities, the fresh vegetables and fruits in their natural habitat, or spending time outdoors in the beautiful scenery that stimulates appetites like no other. Folks are… Read More »

Fresh from the fields, every day

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Fresh from the fields, every day

Fresh from the fields, every day

In New Jersey, late spring and early summer are good times to grow broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, snow peas, and kale. You will see these available in our markets and farm stands, harvested fresh every morning. You will also find garlic scapes and green onions appearing in our markets for a very short time making both… Read More »

In New Jersey, late spring and early summer are good times to grow broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, snow peas, and kale. You will see these available in our markets and farm stands, harvested fresh every morning. You will also find garlic scapes and green onions appearing in our markets for a very short time making both… Read More »

How to Stock the Perfect Winter Pantry

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How to Stock the Perfect Winter Pantry

How to Stock the Perfect Winter Pantry

Align closer to the season by making sure to keep your pantry stocked with essential items that make mealtime fun and easier. Our culinary and education specialist, Miss Jenn, has put together her top picks to help you cook with ease and obtain optimum nutrition this Winter. Basic essentials are items that you should have on… Read More »

Align closer to the season by making sure to keep your pantry stocked with essential items that make mealtime fun and easier. Our culinary and education specialist, Miss Jenn, has put together her top picks to help you cook with ease and obtain optimum nutrition this Winter. Basic essentials are items that you should have on… Read More »

Keep Calm and Carrot On

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Keep Calm and Carrot On

Keep Calm and Carrot On

Carrots and parsnips are cool-season, root veggies that we plant in early spring and fall. Carrots that have been planted in spring will be available typically from June through November and then longer with cold storage. Parsnips are available, typically, in April & May and then again in October through December.  Root vegetables are low… Read More »

Carrots and parsnips are cool-season, root veggies that we plant in early spring and fall. Carrots that have been planted in spring will be available typically from June through November and then longer with cold storage. Parsnips are available, typically, in April & May and then again in October through December.  Root vegetables are low… Read More »

Geek over Leeks

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Geek over Leeks

Geek over Leeks

Leeks are in the allium family related to onions, garlic, chives, shallots, ramps and scallions. One taste and you will be able to tell that very easily. Leeks have a sweet, milder onion flavor that works so well as a base for soups, stews, pasta dishes. It’s a long bulbous vegetable with white flesh and… Read More »

Leeks are in the allium family related to onions, garlic, chives, shallots, ramps and scallions. One taste and you will be able to tell that very easily. Leeks have a sweet, milder onion flavor that works so well as a base for soups, stews, pasta dishes. It’s a long bulbous vegetable with white flesh and… Read More »