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October 2, 2020
Sat 8am-1pm / Tues 2pm-6pm suspended
3233 Alpine St, Dexter, MI 48130
(Vol. 1 Issue 28)
Planting Fall Bulbs and Garlic
By now most of our gardens are looking pretty worn out and sad. No way can you keep a Michigan gardener down! Already we are dreaming of the rainbow of bright, fresh colors in spring.
Audrey Hepburn is credited with saying, "to plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow." Tenderly tucking bulbs into a soil bed for a long icy nap is a investment in future happiness and we need all we can get right now.
Why do we plant bulbs in the fall, though? The long period of cold followed by the natural warmth and dampness of spring sparks certain biochemical processes in bulbs. These processes can be forced by the clever horticulturalist, called "cold stratification" where the bulb is refrigerated for several weeks to imitate winter.
Some of the most common types of bulbs we see locally are (from earlier blooming to later) Crocuses, Grape Hyacinth, Irises, Allium, Hyacinth, Daffodils, Tulips and GARLIC! Yes indeed, garlic is a bulb that puts up a flower in the spring (called garlic scapes,
which are delicious!) and the bulb is harvested beginning in late August. Now is the time when many vegetable gardeners and farmers are investing not only in their visual satisfaction, but also the delicacy that is fresh homegrown garlic.
You can find garlic at the market now with Jacob's Fresh Farm and Ruhlig's Produce. This is your reminder to get those bulbs planted!!
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Farmers markets are an essential part of the food industry and as such, we follow protocols similar to grocery stores:
- Please only send one person from your household to shop,
- wear a mask
- wash your hands at our provided hand washing station (we also have hand sanitizer in the dispensers throughout the market).
- please do not linger.
- We will be allowing 20 customers into the market at a time, so please come with a patient mind, in case there will be a wait.
- We also ask that you shop quickly to make space for the next customer.
- The market is fenced and the traffic flow will be one-way running North to South. Please enter at the gate closest to the library and exit toward Main st.
- Please only touch what you will buy. Vendors are more than happy to help you choose.
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Vendors
Below is a list of all of our vendors. Click links to go to their online shops, websites and social media.
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Shoreline Wild Salmon - wild, Alaskan, hook-and-line caught salmon. King and Coho Salmon sold frozen in vacuum sealed packages. Smoked Coho Salmon sold in shelf stable jars. Marie and her dad, Mark handle the fish with the utmost care, all the way from the fishing vessels in Southeast Alaska to the farmers market in Dexter! Our one engagement will be this week: 10/3/2020 *See below for vendor profile!*
Judy Welsh - charming hand cut cards, framed beach glass, driftwood art and notebooks.
Ruhlig's Produce - Janelle comes from the long time Dexter farming
family, Ruhlig. After a few years off, she and her partner, Matthew McCalla will be returning to bring cabbage, corn, beans, greens, squash, tomatoes, peppers and more!
BB's Beauty Essentials - Brittney wants to make the world a better place through her craft. She makes body and foot sugar scrubs with a mission of using plant-based, natural ingredients and equity and inclusion for all market customers!
Two Dogs Farms - perennials, annuals, veggie starts, berries, fruit, veggies, maple syrup and jellies and jams from Ray Sowers. And coming soon: Scottish Highlander grass fed Beef!!
My Serenity, Creations by Rachel - lovely bath, body and home goods, soy candles, natural deodorants and bath bars.
Paper Cup Coffee Co - Isaac brings the freshest, fire-roasted coffee by the cup, whole bean and ground; plus donuts and muffins. Follow his Facebook here. Last day 10/10/20! Stock up!
Hoppy Soaps - Stephanie fills the market with the fresh smells of bar soaps, bath bombs, shower fizzies, deodorant, lip balm, body butter, and herbal sachets. Some of these products are even made from her home-brewed beer! Follow her on Facebook here.
NOKA Homestead - Noelle has a breath taking array of produce. From radishes to greens to potatoes, all grown with respect and care for the earth and its creatures! Follow their Facebook here. Sign up for their newsletter here to hear how they can bring you fresh produce this year!
Owl Hollow Bakery - Anne will have delicious pies, breads, baked goods, granola, Amaizin' popcorn, free range chicken and duck eggs, maple syrup, and pure Greek olive
oil.
Jacob's Fresh Farm Shares - chicken eggs, as well as a wide variety of veggies and fruit grown with natural methods from heritage and non-GMO seed. They have several different types of CSAs depending on your family's needs, including boxes that have bakery and coffee items included. Visit his site and get signed up today!
Hives on the Hill Apiary - Jacob also runs a great honey business. Find honey in all sizes of jars, plus he will remove your swarms!
MaryAnn Simpkins - one of our founding members brings produce, baked goods, sewn and crocheted housewares, nuts, soaps, eggs, honey, too much to name! Please keep an eye here for her earliest harvests, there will be lettuce soon!
Ski's Sausage Co - this is Dan's first year, but he's a local from Pinckney! He offers a large variety of sausages; traditional Polish kielbasa and cheddar, jalapeno cheddar and
traditional bratwurst.
Beakes Boys Woodwork - custom tables, lazy susans, wood epoxy clocks, live edge epoxy river tables, wood planter garden boxes, cutting boards, wood garden accessories.
Petz Glitz - Diane Fead shows your dog who the goodest boi really is. Pendants and charms for your furry best friend's collar and hand made dog themed greeting cards.
Big Sister Little
Sister - handmade crochet hats, scarves, toys, and blankets from our market manager, Dana and her sister Beth. She specializes in custom orders and sports color gear! Follow their Facebook here.
New Vendors Added Every
Week!
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Vendor Profile: Shoreline Wild Salmon
Shoreline Wild Salmon was co-founded in 2016 with a mission to increase access to high quality Alaskan salmon to Michigan, co-owner Marie Rose's home state. They only distribute salmon caught by hook and line, one by one. To preserve the catch, they use a method called pressure bleeding to ensure the most fresh and highest quality of salmon possible. Pressure bleeding involves pushing blood out of the fish using water immediately after catching. This reduces funky flavors and bruising, and makes preserving and freezing easier.
While Keith, Joe, and Marie love coming down to visit the markets this time of year, they are staying put in Alaska due to COVID-19. Marie's dad Mark, who lives locally, is working all of Shoreline's markets this year. The team members (and all of Southeast Michigan!) are very grateful for his help. "Seriously, please extend our thanks to him if you see him at the market!" --Marie
Some advice on cooking salmon from the experts:
"Cooking salmon is easy-- I mean it! I prefer to bake coho salmon in a glass pan at 400 degrees for 16- 17 minutes (longer based on thickness). When it comes to seasoning, I always tell people the simpler the better. Our salmon has such great, fresh flavor, it doesn't need to be masked. I recommend cooking it with olive oil, salt, pepper, and some fresh lemon. It's also delicious baked with fresh dill if you have any still growing in your garden! We have recipes on our website as well!"
They will be bringing frozen King and Coho Salmon fillets and flake (a more flavorful, less expense cut), plus canned smoked salmon and more! Customers are always welcome to contact us via our website, social media, or reach out to Marie directly (rose@shorelinewildsalmon.com). They will accept cash or credit card at
the market.
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Upcoming Events
At this time, the DFM has canceled all music and activities. We are following Governor Whitmer's Reopening Plan. We are in Phase 4 which allows crafters to return and our coffee vendor to sell hot coffee by the cup. Still, after purchase, please proceed to a place away from the market to enjoy your food and drink. Please be patient and know that we are working hard to provide free entertainment and educational events to Dexter as soon as is possible. Events will resume when all threat of community spread has been addressed.
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It's soup weather!! Farmers market patrons can take particular joy in the cold and rainy weather knowing that they have a huge and various supply of fresh veggies for their soup and delicious homemade breads for dipping. This recipe can accommodate almost endless modifications for vegetarians, vegans, etc. yields 6 servings Ingredient - 4 tablespoons olive oil
- ¾ cup chopped onion
- ¼ cup chopped celery
- ½ cup chopped carrots
- 1 (19 ounce) canned or soaked dried beans of your choice
- ½ cup shredded cabbage
- 1 (14.5 ounce) canned or fresh stewed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 ½ cups cubed potatoes
- 1 quart chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup elbow macaroni
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions - Heat oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add onion, celery, and carrots; saute for a few minutes.
- Add broth then beans, cabbage, tomatoes, tomato paste, potato, stock, garlic, parsley, and salt to the pot. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat. Simmer for approximately 1 hour until vegetables are barely tender.
- Add pasta, and simmer for 30 minutes more. Salt and pepper to taste, and serve hot with grated cheese.
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