Broadway Farmers' Market TONIGHT

This week's market marks the debut of In Forno Pizza!

In Forno master chef George Negy constructed a mobile firebrick wood-fired oven that bakes his from-scratch pizza in--get this--90 seconds. George prepares his pizza with fresh, all-natural ingredients: homemade dough from Italian flour; garden-grown basil; mozzarella; olives, tomatoes, mushrooms and more. In Forno pizzas are Neapolitan-style, which means that they are old-world thin crust and in the tradition of the finest pizzas in the world. Come check out his oven and get yourself a pie. Mangiano!

The Transylvania Bake Shop returns with an assortment of locally-made baked goods: Walnut Rolls, Braided Raisin Loafs, Rye Loafs, Pastries, et cetera.

Produce, of course, is starting to become more plentiful than ever. Be sure to hit up Por-Bar Farms, Green Corps, and Harvest in Christto see what's in season. You can be sure to find berries, beets, kale, cucumbers and zucchini, various herbs, chard, collards, carrots, okra, radishes and turnips -- and more, of course!

Hummingbird Creations has a huge display of homemade lotions, soaps, teas, ointments, shampoos, and more. Take some time to inspect the many lovely offerings.

Shipley's Coffee House is your place to go for coffee and smoothies! Beat the heat with some cold beverages.

And don't forget to bring your kitchen knives, lawn mower blades, and anything with a dulled edge to be sharpened by Noon Sharpening!

As always, see you this Monday from 4-7pm.

Yours in Yummy Food,

Emelio

Support Growhio - Buy Tickets to Burning River Fest!

Please help Growhio offset its Burning River Fest participation fees by using Non-Profit Promotional code GROH11 when you register for your tickets!

Burning River Fest 2011

Saturday, July 23, 6-11pm

Sunday, July 24, 1-6pm

@Historic Coast Guard Station on Whiskey Island

www.burningriverfest.org

Since 2011, folks from all over the Great Lakes region have come together to remember the 1969 burning of the Cuyahoga River and celebrate the renewed sense of eco-consciousness the infamous fire sparked. Intended to raise awareness of environmental issues affecting the Great Lakes region and Cuyahoga River ecosystem, the annual Burning River Fest features educational exhibits from area environmental groups, fresh food from local farms and eateries, live music and a special appearance by Great Lakes Brewing Company’s Christmas Ale!

What To Expect At This Year’s Fest:

• Over 30 musicians and bands on 3 stages ranging from funk to blues to eclectic
• Great Lakes Brewing Company fish fry and craft beers, and other local restaurants and chefs adding to the flavor with fresh food offerings and demonstrations
• Local environmental groups featuring interactive and educational displays for all ages
• The most spectacular nighttime views of Cleveland from a wonderful greenspace right in the heart of Cleveland's industry!

• Online Presale: $8/person/day or $15/person/weekend pass
• At the Gate: $10/person/day
• Kids 12 and under are free
• Sign up to volunteer
• Register today - PLEASE use code GROH11 to help Growhio offset participation costs!

Proceeds benefit the Burning River Foundations, a local non-profit organization that provides resources for the sustainable future of our waterways. Join us at Burning River Fest on July 23rd and 24th at the historic Coast Guard Station on Whiskey Island: help celebrate the“Spirit of Giving" and spark a new level of environmental awareness!

MUSICIAN & EXHIBITOR LINEUP (AS OF 05.31.11)

ECO-PARTNERS: ASCE – Cleveland Section Baldwin-Wallace College Cleveland Division of Water Cleveland Metroparks/Rocky River Nature Center Cuyahoga River RAP Cuyahoga Valley National Park EcoWatch GreenCityBlueLake Institute Growhio LEEDCo (Lake Erie Energy Development Corp.) Ohio Canal Corridor Sierra Club The Trust for Public Land U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary West Creek Preservation Committee

ECO-VILLAGE: Beecology Cosmic Bobbins Green Street Solutions Heartworks Hummingbird Creations Leaf Guard Paperalice SmartKleanOhio FRESH FOOD: Cropicana Dim and Den Sum Great Lakes Brewing Company Jeni's Ice Creams McCormick and Schmick’s Restaurant Mi Mo's Handcrafted Ice Cream Sammies Ohio City Pasta Spice of Life Catering The Root Café Umami Moto Whole Foods Market

LIVE MUSIC: Saturday The Uncanny Jane Dough Zach and The Bright Lights Kristine Jackson Robbing Mary The Flavor Jim Gill Hey Mavis Will Cheshier Steve Madewell Trash Talkers Brian Henke Ashley Toussaint Revolution Brass Band The Red Western Sunday Austin "Walkin' Cane" Chad Hoffman Shivering Timbers Lonesome Bones The Flip Side Diana Chittester Claudia Schieve Zach Friedhof Joe Landes Kristine Jackson Calypso Gypsies Alex Bevan Cream of the Crop Young Man Whiskey Daredevils The Modern Electric

Broadway Farmers' Market Tonight!

Loyal Market-Goers:

I know we've promised the Transylvania Baker's presence at the Broadway Market for the last few weeks -- but both Mondays, some last-minute hitches have kept him from being able to attend. This week, however, he assures us that he will be there with bushels of old-world Hungarian-style bread for you all!

For today's market, not only will our local baker join the ranks, but an expansive spice vendor--Spice Hound--is also making a visit. Spice Hound, who will come to Broadway once a month, offers a massive selection of individually bagged spices, each priced at $1 (saffron is $5 for a half gram).

Por-Bar Farms is also sponsoring this week's raffle: a new salad spinner (with a bonus bag of farm-grown salad greens)! Remember, with each purchase you make, you receive one raffle ticket for entry into the week's drawing.

For those who use Food Stamps benefits, we want to remind you (and anyone you know -- spread the word!) that using your card for $5.00 or more automatically gives you an extra $5.00 to use at the market. The Food Stamps EBT Incentive Program is a wonderful project sponsored by the Cleveland-Cuyahoga County Food Policy Coalition (and funded diversely).

This week's vendors:

Por-Bar Farms (Medina County)
Green Corps Learning Farms (Slavic Village and other Cleveland locations)
Transylvania Baker (Slavic Village)
Shipley's Coffee House (Slavic Village)
Plant Kingdom (Akron)
Hummingbird Creations (Vermillion)
Noon Sharpening
Spice Hound

selection of produce offered today: beets, carrots, fava beans, green beans, snap peas, cucumbers, squash/zucchini, strawberries, raspberries, blueberries

See you today,
-Emelio

P.S. Remember to bring your Ohio Proud passports... and if you don't know what I'm talking about, visit the Market Manager's tent to find out!

Tremont Farmers' Market: Another Tasty Tuesday!

TFM=Good Food, Good Folks, Good Times. Get your shopping list ready now!

5PM Chef Demo: Chef Jeff Fisher, Touch Supper Club. http://www.touchohiocity.com/

Music: Wesley Washington. http://wesleywashington.bandcamp.com/

EBT Proudly accepted! EBT Incentive Program still in effect. Participants who use more than $5 from their Ohio Direction Cards receive an extra $5 to spend at the market. EBT can be used to purchase food plants!

Special Dinner!! Bistro on Lincoln Park on Wednesdays! Featuring food purchased at TFM. More info about Bistro: http://bistroonlincolnpark.com/

Recycle/Reuse/Reduce:

Bring your bags, reduce your use of plastic.

Return egg cartons to Hickory Acres Meats.

Return tea containers to t by Sarah.

Return glass jars to Godmother's Pizzas, Abby's Kitchen and Humble Pie.

See you Tuesday in the Park!
Jody Lathwell, Market Manager

Downtown Farmers Market returns to Public Square for its second season!

Each Friday, 11am-2pm, look forward to delicious prepared foods for lunch as well as fresh fruits and vegetables, eggs, meat, cheese, spices, salsas, chocolate and baked goods to take home.

Come down on your lunch hour and visit one of the food trucks (Dim and Den Sum and StrEat Mobile Bistro) or stop by Judy's Oasis for a Middle Eastern meal including Falafel sandwiches & meat pies, or Frickaccio's for pizza bagels and pepperoni rolls. You'll also find sweets from No Whey Chocolates and Oh Baby Cakes - c'mon, it's Friday, treat yourself!

The Downtown Farmers Market proudly accepts WIC, Senior’s Coupons, EBT (Ohio Direct Card) and debit cards. Thanks to the generosity of The George Gund Foundation, EBT users will receive an extra $5 in tokens to spend at the market.

Here's a complete list of vendors that you'll find at the market tomorrow:

• Por-Bar Farms: Heirloom and organic vegetables, fruits, herbs and flowers
• Woolf Farms: Apples, strawberries and apple cider
• HAPI Fresh: Vegetables including Bok Choy, carrots, cabbage, and Asian eggplant
• Hickory Acres Meats of Oberlin: Beef, pork and poultry products with no antibiotics or added hormones
• Judy’s Oasis: Middle Eastern Cuisine, including hoomus, meat pies, falafel and prepared foods for lunch
• No Whey Chocolates: Vegan, whey-free chocolate candies and chocolate-covered fruit
• Blaze Gourmet: Exotic hot sauces, salsas, rubs, BBQ sauces, and drink mixes
• The Beanery at Urban Homestead: Locally roasted coffee, featuring on-site beverages and beans to-go
• SpiceHound: High quality spices, herbs, chilies, and natural salts
• Plant Kingdom Bakery: Vegan, organic and gluten-free snacks and bakery
• Zoss, The Swiss Baker: Breads, pastries, Bavarian pretzels and savory tarts
• Frickaccio’s: Pizza Bagels and pepperoni rolls
• Oh Baby Cakes: Cupcakes that come in many flavors: Strawberry Lemonade, Banana, German Chocolate, Peach, Carrot, and more!
• StrEat Mobile Bistro: Locally sourced, chef-driven soups, sandwiches, salads and sides
• Dim and Den Sum: Regional comfort foods with an Asian flair

DFM has fava-fever! Check out this recipe for Bessara, a Moroccan fava bean dip:

Bessara - Fava Bean Dip

2 quarts Fava Beans

1 lemon (juice & zest)

2 cloves garlic

1/3 cup olive oil

Salt & pepper to taste

First, peel the fava beans and remove the waxy covering. Combine the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve cold with pita chips from Judy's Oasis or tortilla chips from Blaze Gourmet.

Bring your leftover containers with you - our vendors will reuse them!

• Cowboy George will happily accept your empty salsa and hot sauce jars.
• The Beanery at Urban Homestead is now packaging their coffee in reusable containers - Mason jars! You'll receive a $.50 discount on smalls and a $1.00 discount on the larges when you return with the bottles to get them refilled.
• And, don't forget your reusable shopping bag!

I hope that we will see you tomorrow. Please pack an umbrella and join us rain or shine!

For more information, please contact:

Ashley Shaw, Market Manager

(440) 821-0254

downtownclevelandmarket@gmail.com

Broadway Farmers' Market First Day

Hey all you hungry people -- June is here, and hand-in-hand with the summertime is the Broadway Farmers' Market!

This year is all about NEW and FUN: You might remember last year's Warszawa Farmers' Market... well, this year we changed the name, changed the logo, and moved it right on Broadway Avenue, across the street from Third Federal Savings' headquarters (Broadway at Baxter Ave).

We also changed our hours: this year, we'll open at 4pm and close at 7pm (you can still head over to Dan Kane Park on E. 65th for the Warszawa Music Festival, which starts at 7pm each Monday). All you employed in the Village from 9-5 -- make sure to stop by on your way home from work!

And now (drumroll please), I'm happy to present our fabulous market vendors--many of which are new--for the market's Grand Opening this Monday, June 6:

Por-Bar Farms -- Medina-based, selling heirloom produce varieties
Green Corps -- Slavic Village-based, selling produce, berries and salsa
Shipley's Coffee House -- Slavic Village-based, selling smoothies, Italian soda, and coffee
Transylvania Bakery -- Slavic Village-based, selling Eastern European-style bread and baked goods
Hummingbird Creations -- Vermillion-based, selling handmade herbal and aromatherapy products (soaps, shampoos, lotions, teas and more!)
Noon Sharpening -- This guy hooked up an old sewing machine for sharpening knives -- bring anything with an edge, and he'll manually sharpen while you shop!
Joe Zastawny -- recent graduate of OSU Extension's Market Gardening Course; Joe will be selling through Growhio's community vendor assistance program!
Plant Kingdom -- a far-out vegan bakery from Akron... yum!

Other vendors who will join us later in the season:

Woolf Farms -- an orchard in Columbiana County; sells strawberries, peaches, apples and sweet corn in-season
Canal Corners -- farmers from the Cuyahoga Nat'l Park's Countryside Conservancy program, selling delicious produce

Make sure you get out to our Grand Opening celebration this Monday, June 6: a local drum circle from Community Assessment and Treatment Services will get your body rockin', and we'll be raffling off some game tickets for the first-place Cleveland Indians!

Okay, enough chatter! Start planning your shopping list! (and check out our brand new website!)

Yours in local food,

Emelio

It's a Big Week for Farmers' Markets!

You can shop at a farmers' market in greater Cleveland nearly every day starting next week!

Sunday, June 5 opens Kamm's Corners' outdoor season.

Monday, June 6 is the start of Broadway (formerly Warszawa).

Tuesday, June 7 Tremont continues its season.

Wednesday, June 8 Coit Road continues its extra Spring-Fall market day.

Friday, June 9 Downtown Cleveland opens its second season.

Saturday, June 10 Coit Road continues its year-round market day.

What can you find at these markets?

Fresh. Delicious. Healthy produce and other local food offerings! Many markets also have live music, kids activities, chef demonstrations and other exciting offerings. Join in the fun! Grab a reusable bag and spend your food dollars supporting our local economy!

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