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Bob Benenson

5 days ago2 min read

Good Food, No Frostbite: Green City Market Goes Indoors for the Winter

FARMERS MARKETS l It was a bit of a schlep for me to get to the opening of Green City indoor market on Saturday. I wouldn't have missed it..

Bob Benenson

Dec 22 min read

Farmers Rising's Upcoming Climate Change Webinar and Solstice Party

FOOD NON-PROFITS l Farmers Rising is presenting its 3rd webinar on farming & climate change, and is holding a winter solstice party...

Bob Benenson

Nov 251 min read

Find a Winter Market on the Illinois Farmers Market Association Site

FARMERS MARKETS l While there are fewer farmers market choices in the winter, there are several dozen across the state. Get a link to a list

Bob Benenson

Nov 252 min read

Leaves Were Brown, Sky Was Grey: Fond Farewell to Outdoor Markets

FARMERS MARKETS l I visited Green City Market Saturday to observe the end of the outdoor market season. Time to count the days til spring...

Bob Benenson

Nov 253 min read

Ravinia Indoor Market to Kick Off in Time for December Holiday Shopping

FARMERS MARKETS l A mainstay of Chicago region farmers markets, Ravinia Farmers Market in suburban Highland Park is going indoors...

Bob Benenson

Nov 205 min read

Mandy Moody's Leadership at Green City Market Fostered Major Growth

FARMERS MARKETS l Mandy Moody, who stepped down as executive director of Chicago's Green City Market, leaves a legacy of significant growth

Bob Benenson

Nov 151 min read

Chicago Region Mini Farmers Market Schedule, November 15-21

FARMERS MARKETS l If you love the outdoor farmers market vibe, make sure to check this schedule and catch one of the last of this season...

Bob Benenson

Nov 124 min read

Green Up Your Thanksgiving With These Pro Tips

THANKSGIVING SUSTAINABILITY l A sustainability-focused panel of chefs and restaurateurs had timely tips for greening up your Thanksgiving.

Bob Benenson

Nov 115 min read

Restaurant Sustainbility Panel: Success, Opportunity, Challenge

SUSTAINABILITY l Daisies, a standout on Chicago’s restaurant scene, hosted an panel on sustainability on Saturday featuring culinary leaders

Bob Benenson

Nov 102 min read

Logan Square Winter Market Worth Visit, But Mind the Map

FARMERS MARKETS l Chicago welcomed back the Logan Square winter farmers market after two years off. Check the map before you go, though...