Market Report 8/3/19

The air was cool and the light muted after a brief shower just prior the Brattleboro Area Farmers Market opening up on Saturday morning. That kind of “rainy light” makes colors appear pronounced, or what photographers refer to as “saturated.” Last report was all about shapes. This one’s theme is color. This blog is a cult hit among infant children everywhere…

These eight-ball squash from Wingate Farm in Hinsdale, NH are perfect for stuffing.

A selection of fresh bread from Wood Fired Bread & Pastry in Alstead, NH was described by a shopper as “downright pornographic” in it’s visual allure.

A color-saturated selection of beets and radishes from Old Athens Farm in Westminster, Vt.

As yet unrealized tomato/basil salads are the picture of inspiration courtesy of Old Athens Farm in Westminster, Vt. (Not pictured: olive oil and buffala mozzerella.)

While the conditions for chanterelle foraging have been abysmal lately in Halifax Hollow, the terribly-dry conditions have been favorable for the wild blueberries. Vanilla ice cream sold separately…

These Shishito peppers from Full Plate Farm in Dummerston, Vt. were going for $4 a box.