I decided to walk the length of the market first just to see what was available. I snaked my way through the crowd of people, a sign saying fresh eggs catches my eye, them Michigan blueberries, even the Olive Tap, located in Downers grove had a stand there.
My plan of attack at this market and every other market I go to is to spread the wealth. What does this mean you say? They are all local farmers in some shape or form, so why not help out the ones you know are growing the food that you are going to enjoy and build that farm to table relationship.
I was first pulled in by the cheese. The gentleman had a variety of cheeses from around the world and some local. I myself got some 8 year old cheddar. I then stopped by the first of two stands selling produce and got some cucumbers for cucumber sandwiches and some purple carrots. My next stop was the stand with the Michigan blueberries. I bought a pint of the freshest, juiciest blueberries money can buy. Next stop was the next produce stand, there they had some great purple kale, and garlic scapes. Garlic scapes are the flower of the garlic, just chop them up and use them just like garlic cloves.
My last stop was a stand with two older women selling bread. Here I had the best conversation with a sweet lady obsessed with making truly great organic bread with the best ingredients. They had an variety of breads for purchase, but what caught my eye was the rosemary and sea salt focaccia. Soft and so aromatic. This was my last purchase of the day and a great one at that. i will be sure to go back in the near future. Such great people with the same passion for fresh local food.
Photos below of my purchases from the Hinsdale Farmers Market
Cucumbers, Green Beans, Garlic Scapes, Purple
Carrots, Blueberries and 8 year Cheddar
A closer look at the Garlic Scapes
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