Market Report
Fresh Garden Peas
Fresh peas have a short but glorious season in Alberta, prized for their sweetness, crunch, and versatility. From shelling in the garden to adding them to salads and simple sides, these little green [...]
Guide to Summer Markets
From sun-ripened produce to handcrafted goods, Calgary’s farmers’ markets are a summer staple. Whether you're hunting for fresh, seasonal ingredients or browsing one-of-a-kind local finds, these markets offer a taste of the city’s [...]
Kale
Kale can be tricky, but with a little know-how it becomes a surprisingly versatile ingredient. From choosing the right leaves to prepping them properly, here’s what to keep in mind when making kale [...]
Market Report: Juicy Finds and Market Drives
From cold-pressed juice in the heart of the city to a country market road trip in the foothills, this season’s market scene is all about fresh finds and local flavour. We've stopped by Crossroads [...]
Radishes
For those who share an undeniable fondness for the zesty spark of radishes, prepare to celebrate this harbinger of spring. Their vibrant colours and peppery bite embody the season's fresh energy, much like [...]
Market Report: Candy and Treats
In this month's market report, we highlight two sweet success stories born from passion and community. First, Sprinkles & Co., where a lab technologist's love for baking transformed into handcrafted treats inspired by childhood [...]
Turnips and Rutabagas
Rutabagas and turnips might not be the most glamorous vegetables, but they bring serious flavour to winter cooking. These often-confused brassicas offer sweet and savoury notes, adding depth to everything from mashes to [...]
Persimmons
The persimmon, an Asian tree-fruit in the genus Diospyros, is actually a berry but isn’t thought of as one. The fruit we usually see here in Calgary, Canada is grown in California or [...]
Market Report: Farmers’ Markets
Discover Calgary’s holiday hotspots: Fresh & Local Market + Kitchens and Mister Grow It All. Enjoy festive foods, unique gifts and support local businesses this season. From global flavours and artisan goods at Fresh [...]
Grapes
As is typical of so many fruits and vegetables, thousands of varieties of table grapes exist, while only a very few make it to our markets and groceries. Table grapes are cultivated for [...]
Market Report: Pasta and Ice Cream
Thinking about comfort food or a boozy summer treat? Calgary offers both: laughs and ready-made meals from ex-comedian Jebb Fink at Crossroads Market, and boozy ice cream flavours for adults at Tipzy Cow in [...]
Market Report: Alberta Bounty & Quebec Flavours
Craving fresh, local product? Our local farmers markets are bursting at the seams with locally grown produce from Alberta Farms. In this issue's Market Report, we dive deeper into Innisfail Growers and explore Quebec [...]
Leeks
Leeks are close relatives of onions with a milder, sweeter flavour. They have a white bulb and long green leaves, and the white and light green parts are both edible. Leeks are often [...]
Market Report: Meat
While plant-based diets are front-and-centre in the ethical eating conversation, some of us are simply carnivores. Fear not! Animal protein can still be produced and consumed ethically with organic and humane practices. Supporting local [...]
More Pineapple
Despite the mild winter we've enjoyed, we know the cruel reality: Spring is still a long way off for those of us on the Alberta prairies. We’ve had our fill of dried fruits [...]
Asian Greens
When we think of Asian greens, a picture of bok choy is what we usually imagine. Bok choy (also called pak choi), a brassica, is a native Chinese vegetable and a variety of [...]
Dragon Fruit
As we enter the lunar year of the dragon, we thought it'd be fun to celebrate the homonymous fruit. Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is a vibrant tropical fruit with a unique, [...]
Market Report: Lunar New Year and Ukrainian Christmas
Our local markets are bursting with excitement as they celebrate Ukrainian Christmas (newly established as December 24th, although some still celebrate in January) and Lunar New Year (occurs this year on February 10th). Discover [...]
Market Report: Bread and BBQ
The holiday season might be over, but local farmers' market shopping continues throughout the year. In this edition of the Market Report, columnist Grace Wang unwraps a festive showcase featuring two exceptional local vendors. [...]
Winter Squash
All squash, large or small, winter or summer, are fruits. They share the cucurbit family vine with melons and gourds like cucumbers and luffas. We tend more often to treat them like vegetables, [...]
Potatoes
This versatile vegetable began its journey in Peru, where potatoes in their vast variety have been an integral part of the Inca diet for more than 7,000 years. (The panoply of colour, size and [...]
Market Report: Chai and Jelly
Chai Spice offers an aromatic journey into the world of rich, fragrant spices, where traditional chai blends come to life with every sip. Jellicious is a delightful sweet haven at the Farmers Market, offering [...]
Market Report: Seafood and Cookies
The summer issue of our Market Report feature puts the spotlight on two remarkable local vendors who have been delighting our taste buds and adding a touch of magic to our local markets. At [...]
Summer Berries
Ah, the berries of summer. I’ve always thought the appearance of local (and semi-local – thank goodness for B.C.) strawberries, raspberries and blueberries is what really heralds the advent of summer. We’ve whetted [...]