Page 34 April 2014 Local farmers’ markets bring fresh produce to the city By Heather Kinkel Spring is a season of growth, renewal, and health. It is also a beautiful time of year to enjoy Phoenix’s gorgeous spring weather. What better way to enjoy a spring day than with a visit to a nearby farmers’ market? Arcadia is home to a handful of farmers’ markets, and whether you visit regularly or only as a special outing, you won’t be disappointed. Trying to eat locally? Farmers’ markets make it easy to not only eat fresh and seasonally, but also to support local farmers, businesses and crafters. When you visit next, make sure you pick up some local honey along with your fresh produce, and grab a fresh, uniquely flavored ice pop while you shop. AZ Pops, at the Scottsdale Old Town Farmers’ Market carries some unique flavors, like grapefruit- rose and lavender-berry. Or maybe a freshly- baked artisan pretzel from Brat Haus (also at Scottsdale Old Town’s market) is more to your liking. If you’re looking for ways to make your home a bit more organic, stop by Patti’s Joy at the Town & Country Farmers’ Market. She is a lavender vendor, and makes everything from lavender chocolates to homespun wool dryer balls – and best of all, her stand smells like heaven! While you’re at Town & Country, pick up a jar of the spicy pickles from Pickled Perfection. You will not be disappointed – the perfect mix of salt, spice and crunch! Whatever you are there to find, our local markets have something for everyone, and even if you are not looking for anything in particular, you probably won’t go home empty handed or with an empty stomach. Continued on page 35 Local farmers’ markets bring fresh produce to the city arugula, fennel and blood orange salad ingredients For the salad: • One head butter lettuce • One small bunch arugula • One bulb fennel, the base only sliced into very thin rings • One to two blood oranges (taste preference), peeled and cut into sections • 3 oz. goat cheese • 3 oz. marcona almonds, coarsely chopped Dressing: • Juice of one lemon • 3 Tbsp. olive oil • 1/2 tsp. each, coarsely ground salt and pepper preparation Dressing: In a small bowl, mix and whisk all ingredients until well- blended. Salad Assembly: Remove outer leaves of butter lettuce, cut off stem, then cut cross-wise and place lettuce in serving bowl. Add arugula leaves and fennel slices. Toss lettuces and fennel with dressing, and then arrange blood oranges, goat cheese and almonds on top. Enjoy! by Heather Kinkel Town & Country Farmers’ Market every Wednesday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 20th St. and Camelback Rd. Arcadia Farmers’ Market every Sunday 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 3811 N. 44th St. (Scottsdale School District main offices) The Camelback Market every Saturday (October through May) 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 3930 E. Camelback Rd. Scottsdale Old Town Farmers’ Market every Saturday 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Brown Ave. & 1st St. Old Town Scottsdale ARCADIA-AREA FARMERS’ MARKETS: 3703 East Indian School n Phoenix, AZ 85018 n 602.957.9910 n salonsandoval.com Ladies Night Out! Please join us Friday, April 11th for champagne and blowouts to celebrate Aveda Earthmonth 2014. The cost is $25 and all proceeds benefit Aveda’s clean water partner, providing clean drinking water for families in India. It’s your chance to do something good for yourself and the planet. So please stop by! Schedule your appointment: 602.957.9910 ©Aveda Corp.

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